Boarding Up Services in Twickenham

Our boarding up services in Twickenham provide fast, professional help when you need to board up and secure your property after damage, break-ins or planned works. We cover homes, shops and commercial buildings across all TW postcodes with 24/7 emergency boarding up, temporary security solutions and insurer‑friendly paperwork.

With over 10 years’ experience as local boarding up specialists, we focus on non-destructive securing wherever possible, tidy workmanship and clear communication at a stressful time.

Our Boarding Up Services

We offer a full range of boarding up services in Twickenham for windows, doors, shopfronts, roofs and vacant properties, using the right materials and fixings for each situation.

Window Boarding

Broken, smashed or cracked glazing made safe and secure.

  • Emergency window boarding for homes and shops
  • Suitable for single, double and large display windows
  • Plywood or OSB boarding (typically 11–18mm thickness)
  • Anti-tamper fixings so boards cannot be easily removed from outside
  • Non-destructive fitting in most cases, using existing frames or reveals
  • Option to coordinate with glaziers for “board & glaze” follow‑up

Learn more about our dedicated window boarding in Twickenham.

Door Boarding Up & Temporary Secure Doors

When a door is kicked in, forced or damaged, it needs to be made safe quickly.

  • Boarding up of timber, uPVC and aluminium doors
  • Temporary secure door solutions where access is still required
  • Consideration for damaged frames, locks and hinges
  • Anti-tamper fixings and through-bolting where appropriate
  • Work carried out with insurer expectations in mind

For more details on how we handle break-ins and forced entry, see our door boarding up service.

Shopfront Boarding & Commercial Frontage

Protect your business and stock after a smashed window or impact.

  • Emergency shopfront boarding for high street and retail parks
  • Suitable for toughened, laminated and oversized glass panels
  • Can work around shutters, grilles and roller doors
  • RAMS (risk assessments and method statements) available where needed
  • Options for repeated access, including temporary steel doors

This service is ideal for retailers, cafés, salons and offices. Read more about shopfront boarding in Twickenham.

Roof & Skylight Boarding

Make damaged roofs and rooflights safe and weather‑resistant.

  • Boarding and temporary weatherproofing after storm damage
  • Covering for skylights, roof lanterns and roof hatches
  • Use of OSB/plywood boarding with additional sheeting where required
  • Focus on safe access and working at height
  • Liaison with your roofer or insurer’s contractor if requested

Find out how we handle roof and skylight boarding in Twickenham, especially after storms or impact.

Temporary Steel Doors & Security Screens (Contextual Options)

In situations where standard boarding is not enough (for example, void or vacant properties, repeated vandalism, or major fire damage), we can recommend and install:

  • Temporary steel doors – lockable, tamper‑resistant access doors
  • Steel security screens – sometimes called Sitex‑style or anti‑vandal security screens
  • Anti-tamper fixings to discourage removal and unauthorised entry

These options are especially useful for vacant property boarding in Twickenham and for longer‑term security while insurance claims and repairs are arranged.

Temporary Fencing (Where Needed)

To keep people away from unsafe areas or damaged structures, we can also arrange temporary fencing solutions alongside boarding work.

  • Establishing a safety cordon after impact or structural damage
  • Helping to clearly separate public areas from damaged zones
  • Useful for car park incidents, warehouse loading bays and forecourts

You can learn more on our dedicated temporary fencing service page.

When You Might Need Emergency Boarding Up

Our 24 hour boarding up in Twickenham is used in a wide range of situations:

  • Burglary or attempted break-in
  • Vandalism, smashed windows or graffiti damage
  • Storm damage boarding after high winds or flying debris
  • Fire damage where windows and doors are compromised
  • Accidental breakage, such as a ball or object through a window
  • Vehicle impact to a shopfront or boundary wall
  • Securing vacant or repossessed property

If you need immediate help, go straight to our 24/7 emergency boarding up in Twickenham page or call us directly.

How We Secure Your Property

We aim to provide fast boarding up services in Twickenham while respecting your property and keeping disruption to a minimum.

1. Initial Call & Assessment

  • We confirm your location in the TW area and the type of damage
  • Where safe, we ask for a few photos to choose the right materials
  • We explain the likely approach and answer any urgent questions

2. Non-Destructive Securing Wherever Possible

Our first choice is always non-destructive securing:

  • Using existing frames, reveals or structure for fixings
  • Avoiding unnecessary damage to surrounding plaster, brickwork or cladding
  • Securing so boards cannot be easily removed from the outside

Only where there is structural damage, severe frame failure or safety concerns will we need to use more invasive fixings; this is always explained clearly on site.

3. Materials & Fixings

We primarily use:

  • Plywood or OSB boards (normally 11–18mm thick, chosen based on opening size and risk)
  • Anti-tamper fixings such as specialised screws, coach bolts and back plates
  • Additional sheeting or membranes where temporary weatherproofing is required

For high‑risk or longer‑term situations, we can install temporary steel doors or steel security screens by arrangement.

4. Safety, Clean-Up & Documentation

  • Removal or safe positioning of loose glass and hazardous debris
  • Tidy finish with boards cut to size, not bodged or overhanging dangerously
  • Time‑stamped photos of the damage and finished work for your records
  • Simple written description on the invoice to support any insurance claim

If you are dealing with burglary, vandalism or storm damage, our team can also point you to appropriate pages such as post-burglary boarding up in Twickenham or vandalism repair and boarding.

Who We Work With

We provide boarding up services across Twickenham and the wider TW postcode area for:

  • Homeowners and tenants
  • Landlords and estate agents
  • Shop owners and small businesses
  • Facilities managers, schools and healthcare sites
  • Local authorities and housing associations
  • Property managers responsible for vacant or void property

To see how we adapt to each type of building, explore our pages for residential boarding up in Twickenham, commercial boarding up and vacant property security.

Why Choose Us for Boarding Up in Twickenham?

Choosing the right boarding up contractors in Twickenham matters for your safety, security and insurance.

  • Local TW coverage
    Based in the Twickenham area, we cover all nearby locations including Richmond, Teddington, Whitton, Isleworth, Hounslow and surrounding TW postcodes.

  • 10+ years’ experience
    Experienced technicians used to dealing with burglary, storm and impact damage in a calm, professional way.

  • DBS‑checked & insured
    Our team members are DBS‑checked, and we carry public liability insurance, giving peace of mind in homes, shops and sensitive sites.

  • Non-destructive approach
    We focus on non-destructive securing wherever possible, explaining any unavoidable drilling or cutting before work begins.

  • Insurer‑friendly paperwork
    We provide itemised invoices, a simple description of the work carried out, and time‑stamped photos if requested. For more details see our dedicated insurance support for boarding up in Twickenham.

  • Clear communication & tidy work
    We explain options in plain language, work efficiently, and leave the site as tidy and safe as circumstances allow.

You can also read feedback from local clients on our reviews page.

What Happens Next?

Whether you have an urgent situation or you are planning ahead, our process is straightforward:

  1. Contact our Twickenham team
    Call us or send an enquiry describing what has happened and where you are. If it is urgent, let us know so we can treat it as an emergency.

  2. Remote assessment & guidance
    We ask a few quick questions (and photos if possible) to understand the damage, agree the best approach and talk through any constraints (for example, children in the property, stock security, or alarm systems).

  3. On-site securing
    Our technicians attend, make the area safe, and install appropriate boarding, temporary doors or screens. We keep you informed at each stage.

  4. Follow-up and insurance
    Once secure, we can provide documentation for your insurer and, if needed, coordinate with glaziers, roofers or building contractors for permanent repairs.

If you would like to understand cost factors before you call, our boarding up prices in Twickenham page explains how quotes are put together without giving fixed figures.

For non‑urgent questions, you can also check our boarding up FAQs or read more about what boarding up is and how it works.

FAQs About Our Boarding Up Services

Do you offer 24/7 emergency boarding up near me?

Yes. We provide 24 hour boarding up in Twickenham and across nearby TW postcodes. We are a mobile service, so we come to you at any time of day or night for genuine emergencies.

Can you help me secure my home after a break-in?

Yes. We regularly carry out post-burglary boarding up in Twickenham, securing broken doors and windows, and fitting temporary secure doors where needed. We can also supply photos and invoices to help with your insurance claim.

Will boarding up damage my frames or brickwork?

In most cases, no. Our priority is non-destructive securing, using existing frames or reveals and anti-tamper fixings chosen to minimise damage. Where more invasive work is unavoidable (for example, rotten or shattered frames), we explain this clearly before proceeding.

How long does it take to board up a property?

Most standard windows and doors can be boarded within a short visit, but the total time depends on the number of openings, their size and access (for example, upper floors or roof areas). We work efficiently while still making sure everything is safe and properly secured.

Is boarding up covered by insurance?

Many home and business policies do cover emergency boarding up and emergency securing, especially after burglary, vandalism, fire or storm damage. You will need to check your own policy or speak to your insurer. We provide insurance-ready paperwork, including itemised invoices and a brief description of the situation.

Do you only cover Twickenham?

Twickenham is our core area, but we cover a wide range of TW postcodes including Richmond, Teddington, Hampton, Hounslow, Isleworth, Sunbury and beyond. See the full list of areas we cover.

Need help now? Call 020 3772 7375 or Email us for fast, professional boarding up services in Twickenham and across the TW area.

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