24/7 Emergency Boarding Up in Twickenham

24 hour boarding up Twickenham is for those moments when your property is suddenly exposed – a smashed window, a kicked-in door, storm damage or vandalism – and you need someone to board up and secure it quickly, safely and affordably. Our local boarding up specialists cover Twickenham and all TW postcodes 24/7, providing fast boarding up services for homes, shops and commercial buildings.

Need urgent help now? Call 020 3772 7375 for immediate emergency boarding up Twickenham.

We are a local, fully insured team with over 10 years’ experience in emergency securing across South West London. Wherever possible we use non-destructive securing methods, so repairs and glazing replacements are as straightforward as possible later on.

When You Need 24 Hour Emergency Boarding Up

You don’t plan to need 24/7 boarding up in Twickenham – it’s almost always an emergency. Typical situations include:

  • Burglary or attempted break-in

    • Front or back door forced or kicked in
    • Locks and frames damaged
    • Glass in doors or sidelights smashed
    • You need to secure property after a break-in Twickenham while you wait for permanent repairs

  • Vandalism and malicious damage

    • Shop window smashed on King Street, London Road or Twickenham Green
    • Brick through a front-room window
    • Graffiti or damage to shutters and doors
    • Need for vandalism boarding Twickenham and a clear-up of broken glass

  • Storm damage and bad weather

    • High winds blowing open or breaking windows and doors
    • Loose panes or frame damage in older properties around St Margarets, Strawberry Hill or Whitton
    • Roof lights or skylights damaged, needing storm damage boarding and temporary weatherproofing

  • Accidental breakage and impact

    • Ball or ladder through a window
    • Delivery vehicle or car impacting a shopfront or low wall
    • Glass doors cracked or shattered in a block entrance
    • Need for accidental breakage boarding Twickenham to keep the area safe

  • Fire or flood damage

    • Firefighters forcing entry through doors or windows
    • Windows removed for smoke ventilation
    • Flood-swollen frames that no longer lock properly
    • Property left vulnerable and needing emergency property securing

If you are unsure whether you need an emergency board up 24/7, you can always call us for advice. We will explain calmly what’s needed, how we can help, and what your options are with your insurer.

For more detail on specific issues, you can read about burglary repairs and securing after a break-in or our wider boarding up services in Twickenham.

How We Secure Your Property

Our aim in every emergency boarding up Twickenham call-out is simple: make your property safe and secure, fast, with minimal damage.

1. Quick assessment on arrival

Once on site we:

  • Check for immediate hazards – loose glass, sharp edges, tripping hazards
  • Confirm all occupants are safe and that police/fire services have finished their work
  • Assess whether doors, windows or frames can still be locked or must be boarded
  • Identify if there are any structural concerns that need a builder or engineer before boarding

We explain what we propose to do, including any areas where we must fix into brickwork or frames, and confirm you are happy before starting.

2. Choosing the right materials

We use strong, trade-grade boarding materials suited to emergency boarding up Twickenham:

  • Plywood boarding or OSB boarding (Oriented Strand Board)
  • Typically 18mm thickness for doors and ground-floor windows
  • Thinner boards may be used at high level where suitable and safe

For larger shopfronts or wide openings, we may use:

  • Jointed boards across support timbers
  • Additional bracing to prevent flexing
  • Options to integrate temporary vents if required for drying in flood-damaged properties

Where higher, medium‑term security is needed (e.g. after fire damage or for a vacant building), we can also provide:

  • Temporary steel doors to give controlled, lockable access
  • Steel security screens / Sitex-style anti‑vandal security screens for vulnerable windows

3. Fixings and non-destructive securing

Wherever possible we use non-destructive securing methods:

  • Fixing boards internally against existing frames so no extra holes are made in the outer brickwork
  • Clamping systems where suitable, so outward removal from the street is extremely difficult
  • Re-using existing screw holes where they are sound

When we must fix through to masonry or timber (common on certain shopfronts or where frames are destroyed), we use:

  • Anti-tamper fixings – designed so they cannot be easily removed from outside
  • Properly sized screws and bolts, not makeshift or undersized fixings
  • Where needed, additional perimeter fixings to resist attempts at prying boards away

We will always tell you when we have to use more invasive methods and explain why (for example, severely damaged frames or structural movement).

4. Doors and access

For door boarding up we aim to balance security with practicality:

  • Where a door is beyond use (e.g. kicked in and split), we can:

    • Board over completely for short‑term security; or
    • Install a temporary secure door (steel door set) with lockable access

  • Communal entrances, fire exits and escape routes:

    • We never block designated escape routes without appropriate alternatives
    • We will discuss options with you and, if needed, with building managers

If you need more detail on how we handle doors, you can see our dedicated door boarding up service.

5. Clean, safe finish and documentation

Before we leave, we:

  • Sweep and clear visible glass and debris from accessible areas
  • Check all boards are tight, robust and weather-resistant
  • Confirm windows and doors that are still usable can lock and close correctly
  • Take time‑stamped photos of damage and the completed boarding
  • Provide an itemised invoice and simple work statement for your insurer

If you plan to use your own glazier, they can work around our boarding. If you prefer a board & glaze style solution, we can coordinate with glazing partners or your chosen contractor.

Why Choose Us for Emergency Boarding Up in Twickenham

When you are searching for “emergency boarding up near me” in the middle of the night, you need more than just speed – you need a team you can trust.

Local, TW-focused service

  • Based in and around Twickenham, regularly working across:
    • St Margarets, Strawberry Hill, Teddington, Whitton
    • Richmond, Isleworth, Hampton, Hampton Hill and all nearby TW postcodes
  • Mobile teams covering SW1–SW20 and the wider TW area
  • Familiar with local property types from Victorian terraces to modern flats and retail units

10+ years’ experience

  • Over a decade providing boarding up services Twickenham for:
    • Homeowners and tenants
    • Landlords and estate agents
    • Shop owners and retail chains
    • Facility managers, schools, surgeries and offices
  • Skilled at working after burglaries, storms, fires, floods and accidents

You can see what other customers say on our reviews page.

Insured, vetted technicians

  • Public liability insured boarding up service
  • DBS-checked technicians for boarding up, suitable for work in homes, schools and other sensitive settings
  • Clear identification on arrival and polite, reassuring communication

Non-destructive first approach

  • We prioritise non-destructive securing wherever possible
  • We explain when we must drill or fix into frames or masonry and keep impact minimal
  • Boarding is installed so that future glazing repairs remain straightforward

Insurer-friendly paperwork and support

  • Time-stamped photos of both damage and completed boarding
  • Clear, itemised invoices stating:
    • Address and time of attendance
    • Type and size of openings boarded
    • Materials and fixings used
  • Short work statement to support your insurance claim for boarding up

We cannot give legal or insurance advice, but we can provide the documentation your loss adjuster or insurer usually expects.

What Happens Next

When you need fast boarding up services Twickenham, we keep the process simple and calm.

  1. Call us 24/7

    • Call 020 3772 7375 any time, day or night.
    • Tell us briefly what has happened (e.g. “shop window smashed”, “door kicked in”, “storm damage to skylight”).
    • We confirm availability and give you an outline of what we will do on arrival.

  2. We attend and secure the property

    • On arrival, we assess the scene, agree the work and start emergency securing.
      -Doors, windows, shopfronts, roof lights – all can be boarded or made safe.
    • We keep you informed as we go, and you can ask questions at any point.

  3. We tidy, check and document

    • Glass and debris cleared from accessible areas.
    • Boarding checked for strength and weather resistance.
    • Photos taken and paperwork prepared for your records and insurer.

  4. Plan for follow‑up repairs

    • You can use your own builder or glazier, or ask us to refer a trusted partner.
    • Our boarding is installed so that future window boarding removal and glazing is straightforward.

For more detail on individual services, you can also see:

If your situation is not urgent but you want to understand the process and cost factors, our boarding up prices and boarding up FAQs pages explain more.

FAQs

How fast can you get to me for emergency boarding up in Twickenham?

We operate a 24/7 boarding up Twickenham service with mobile teams across the TW area. Response times depend on current workloads and location, but we always prioritise vulnerable properties and situations where there’s a security or safety risk. When you call, we will give you an honest, realistic time frame and keep you updated.

Will you need to break more glass or damage my frames?

Our goal is non-destructive securing wherever possible. Often we can remove loose or dangerous shards and fix boards securely without damaging the remaining frame. In some cases – for example where the frame is rotten, broken or a door has been completely smashed – we may need to trim or remove some material to make it safe. We will explain this before we start.

Is emergency boarding up covered by insurance?

Many home and business insurance policies do cover emergency property securing after events such as burglary, vandalism, fire, flood or storm damage, but every policy is different. We provide insurance-ready paperwork including photos, an itemised invoice and work statement. We always recommend you contact your insurer as soon as you can, keep any police reference number, and check what they require. For more information see our page on insurance support for boarding up in Twickenham.

How long does it take to board up a property?

The time depends on:

  • Number and size of openings
  • Height and access (ground floor vs upper floors or roof lights)
  • Complexity of frames or shopfront systems

A single standard window can often be safely boarded within an hour. Larger shopfronts, double doors, or multiple damaged openings will take longer. When we arrive and see the damage, we can give you a clear estimate of how long the work will take.

Can you help if my shop window is smashed late at night?

Yes. We regularly provide commercial boarding up Twickenham for shops, cafes, takeaways and offices on and around Twickenham high streets. We can board over large panes, work around existing shutters or roller doors, and liaise with you or your security company. If you need more specific information, see our shopfront boarding service.

Do I have to be at the property for you to board it up?

Where possible, it is best if someone responsible is present to agree the work and sign off at the end. However, we understand that in some cases (for example, a landlord living out of area or a commercial property) that may not be possible. We can often liaise by phone or email and send photos once the work is complete, as long as access and authorisation have been arranged.

Need help now?
For immediate 24 hour boarding up Twickenham,
Call 020 3772 7375 or Email us.

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