Window Boarding in Kingston
Window boarding in Kingston is a fast, safe way to secure your property after a smashed or cracked pane, attempted break-in, storm damage or accidental impact. We provide 24/7 emergency window boarding across KT postcodes, using robust plywood or OSB and anti-tamper fixings to make your home or business secure and weather‑tight until glazing can be replaced.
If it’s urgent, please call now. For planned works, contact us for a free, no‑obligation quote. Need immediate help? Call 020 4572 1601.
When You Need This
If any of the following has happened, emergency window boarding is the safest first step:
- Broken or smashed window from burglary, vandalism or an accident.
- Cracked or loose glass that could fall out, especially in windy weather.
- Storm damage where frames or sashes are exposed to the elements.
- Temporary void security while a property is vacant or awaiting glazing.
- Safety concerns around children, pets or customers near damaged glass.
- A shopfront or display window has been struck (e.g., by a delivery trolley or vehicle).
Common scenarios we attend day and night across Kingston and the KT area:
- Emergency window boarding for sash and casement windows in Norbiton, Canbury and Coombe.
- Broken window board up after vandalism in Surbiton, Tolworth and New Malden.
- Shopfront smashed window boarding in Kingston town centre and Hampton Wick.
- Storm damage boarding in Thames Ditton, Esher and Chessington.
Whether you need a single boarded up window or multiple openings secured, we’ll make the property safe, discreet and compliant with typical insurer expectations.
How We Secure Your Property
We use proven, non-destructive securing methods wherever possible and explain any exceptions clearly. Our approach balances security, safety and speed.
- Make-safe assessment and glass safety
- We assess the damage, check for loose shards and cordon off the area.
- We carefully remove dangerous loose pieces and sweep up debris.
- We’ll advise if any structural issues mean a different approach is needed.
- Measure and material selection
- We measure the opening precisely and note any obstructions (e.g., internal beading, window furniture).
- Material options:
- Plywood boarding (typically 12–18 mm for doors and ground-floor windows).
- OSB boarding (Oriented Strand Board) of similar thickness for robust, cost-effective security.
- For shopfronts or larger spans, we may use thicker sheets or additional bracing to prevent flex.
- Non-destructive securing
- Our default method uses internal bracing to avoid damage to frames:
- Timber battens are fixed inside the opening to clamp the board in place.
- Anti-tamper fixings secure from the inside so boards can’t be removed externally.
- Where frames are too damaged to brace, we may need to screw into sound timber or masonry. We’ll discuss this with you first and keep fixings neat and minimal.
- Anti-tamper fixings and weatherproofing
- We use anti-tamper fixings (designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside) and appropriate washers.
- Gaps are sealed to limit draughts and rain ingress, keeping interiors protected.
- Photos and insurer-friendly paperwork
- We can take time-stamped photos before and after.
- You’ll receive an itemised invoice and a short work statement to assist with any insurance claim (keep your police reference number if applicable).
- Optional: Board & glaze coordination
- If you need glazing arranged, we can coordinate with trusted local glazing partners for temporary glazing, “board & glaze” next-day swaps or full replacements.
- We remain your single point of contact if you prefer, so you’re not chasing multiple trades.
Safety and access
- We work safely at height using ladders or a small tower where necessary.
- For difficult access (e.g., rear extensions or upper floors), we plan a safe method and advise on any additional access equipment required.
Tidy finish
- We leave the area swept and tidy, remove waste glass, and ensure doors/windows still in use can be operated where possible.
Why Choose Us
- Local Kingston specialists: Based in Kingston upon Thames with mobile coverage across KT1–KT24, including Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Thames Ditton and beyond.
- 10+ years’ experience: Reliable methods and materials that insurers recognise.
- Public liability insured: Your property is protected while we work.
- DBS-checked technicians: Courteous, vetted team members you can trust.
- Non-destructive wherever possible: We preserve frames and finishes unless damage requires another approach.
- Quality materials: Robust 12–18 mm plywood/OSB, internal bracing and anti-tamper fixings.
- Insurer-ready documentation: Time-stamped photos, itemised invoice and concise work statement included on request.
- Clean, respectful, safe: We clear glass, secure the site and keep disruption low.
- Workmanship guarantee: We stand behind our fixings and boarding for the duration of the temporary installation.
What Happens Next
- Call or message us: Tell us what’s happened and share photos if you can.
- We advise and dispatch: We’ll outline the plan and send a mobile team.
- Make safe and secure: We clear loose glass and install the boarding.
- Proof and paperwork: Photos and a clear invoice/statement for insurers if needed.
- Follow-on works: We can coordinate glazing or return to remove boarding once replacements are ready.
Useful links if you’re comparing options or arranging a claim:
- See our transparent overview of boarding up prices.
- If this is urgent out of hours, go straight to our 24/7 emergency boarding up.
- Need insurer documents? Read how we provide insurance support.
- Check the neighbourhoods we cover across KT on areas we cover.
FAQs
How quickly can you board up a broken window?
We operate 24/7 with mobile coverage across Kingston and the wider KT area. We don’t quote hard arrival times, but we prioritise emergencies and dispatch efficiently to make your property secure as soon as possible.
Will boarding up damage my window frame?
Our priority is non-destructive securing. We typically use internal bracing and anti-tamper fixings so we don’t screw into visible frames. If the frame is structurally compromised and we must fix into sound timber or masonry, we’ll explain why and keep it minimal.
What thickness of board do you use?
For most windows we use 12–18 mm plywood or OSB. Larger shopfront panes or high-risk areas may need thicker sheets or additional internal bracing for rigidity.
Can you help with insurance claims?
Yes. We can supply time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a brief work statement. Keep any police reference number if there was a crime. For more detail, see our insurance support.
How long should I keep the board on?
It’s a temporary solution—many clients keep boarding in place for a few days to a couple of weeks while glazing is organised. We can coordinate with trusted glaziers or remove the boards when your replacement is ready.
Do you clean up broken glass?
Yes. We remove loose shards from the opening and sweep the immediate area for safety. Please keep children and pets away until we’ve finished and confirmed the area is safe.
What if my window was smashed late at night?
You can call us at any time for emergency window boarding. We provide out‑of‑hours boarding to make the property safe and secure until glazing can be replaced. For urgent help, visit our 24/7 emergency boarding up.
Materials and Methods We Trust
- Plywood and OSB: We select sheet material and thickness based on opening size, risk level and planned duration. OSB is excellent for strength and cost; plywood offers a smooth, robust finish.
- Anti-tamper fixings: We use fixings designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside. This protects against tampering and opportunistic re‑entry.
- Internal bracing: Where frames allow, we brace from the inside to avoid visible screw holes and to distribute forces across the reveal.
- Sealing and weatherproofing: We seal edges to reduce draughts and water ingress while allowing the property to remain ventilated as appropriate.
- Optional medium-term security: For longer-term vacant property security, we can advise on steel security screens and temporary steel doors (installed non-destructively where possible) via our related services.
Where We Operate
We cover Kingston upon Thames and the KT postcode area including KT1–KT24: Kingston, Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Norbiton, Canbury, Coombe, Hampton Wick, Thames Ditton, Esher, Claygate, Hinchley Wood, Long Ditton, Worcester Park, Ewell, Epsom and surrounding neighbourhoods. If you’re unsure whether we can reach you quickly, call us—we’ll confirm availability and dispatch.
Insurance, Documentation and Peace of Mind
We understand the stress that comes with a smashed window. Our process is designed to reassure:
- Public liability insured and DBS-checked technicians on every job.
- Clear communication on methods before we start.
- Time-stamped photos (before and after) to support your claim.
- Itemised invoices and simple work statements that explain what we boarded and how.
- We do not act as loss adjusters or legal advisors, but we provide documentation that insurers typically expect.
If your breakage is linked to a crime, keep your crime reference number from the police. We can add it to your paperwork for ease of reference.
Prefer to compare options first? Review our boarding up prices. If your situation is urgent, go straight to 24/7 emergency boarding up. Planning ahead or securing a vacant property? We can advise on medium-term solutions too.
Contact us today for a free, no‑obligation quote or immediate help if it’s urgent.
Need help now? Call 020 4572 1601 or Email us.
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