Emergency Boarding Up Service Bromley
24/7 window and door boarding for homes and businesses
BR2 Locksmith Bromley provides a round-the-clock emergency boarding up service in Bromley for residential and commercial properties. If your windows, doors, or shopfront have been damaged by a break-in, vandalism, bad weather, or an accident, we can respond quickly to make the property safe and secure.
Our priority is simple: make safe fast, reduce risk of re-entry, and prevent further weather damage or injury. We arrive prepared to board up damaged openings neatly and securely, so you can regain control of the situation.
Need emergency boarding up in Bromley? Call now: 020 3677 6112
24/7 Response – Fast Local Engineers – Insurance-Aware Make-Safe Work
For general information about BR2 Locksmith Bromley, see our main locksmith services page.
Emergency boarding up – what we do
This service is designed to secure damaged openings and prevent further loss, damage, or injury. Typical outcomes include restoring a secure barrier, reducing weather exposure, and stabilising loose materials.
- Board up broken or smashed windows (single glazing and double-glazed units)
- Secure damaged doors, frames, and shopfront openings
- Make safe dangerous glass, loose beads, and sharp edges
- Stabilise damaged frames so the opening can be secured properly
- Measure and document damage to support follow-up repairs and insurance steps
If window hardware or locks have been compromised during the incident, our window lock repairs service can help once the property is made safe.
What boarding up is (and isn’t)
- Boarding up is: a rapid make-safe measure to secure an opening immediately.
- Boarding up isn’t: the final permanent repair (it buys you time and restores immediate security).
If your door cannot be secured due to lock or mechanism failure (especially after damage), our emergency locksmith service may be helpful for urgent lock-related work. For non-emergency faults and follow-up fixes, we’ll advise on the best repair route once the opening is secure.
When to call for emergency boarding up
Common scenarios include:
- Break-in or attempted break-in: smashed glass, forced frames, unsecured doors/windows
- Vandalism: shopfront damage, broken panes, compromised entrances
- Accidents: impact damage to doors, windows, or glazed panels
- Storm/weather damage: blown-in glass, frames loosened, openings exposed to wind/rain
- Vacant property risk: openings exposed while awaiting refurbishment or sale
Our 24/7 make-safe process (what happens on the visit)
Emergencies feel chaotic, so we follow a calm, repeatable process to secure the opening quickly and safely. A typical attendance includes:
- Initial safety check: identify hazards (loose glass, unstable frames, sharp edges).
- Make safe: clear immediate danger areas and stabilise loose components where necessary.
- Board selection: choose suitable boarding based on opening size, location, and exposure.
- Secure fixing: fix boards to appropriate structural points for stability and resistance.
- Security check: confirm there are no obvious re-entry points around the boarded area.
- Handover: explain what we’ve done, what to avoid touching, and the next steps.
Evidence-aware approach after a break-in
If police attendance is expected, avoid touching damaged areas unnecessarily. If it’s safe, take a few photos for your records. We focus on securing the opening while being mindful that evidence may matter.
Planned and preventive boarding up
Boarding up isn’t only for emergencies. We also offer planned, preventive boarding when you expect higher risk to your property, such as:
- Large public events and late-night footfall
- High-risk trading periods for shops and high-street premises
- Vacant or empty properties awaiting renovation or sale
Typical use cases:
- Retail units with large glass shopfronts
- Commercial premises with exposed entrances
- Empty properties with repeated targeting risk
Where longer-term protection is needed, stronger temporary solutions may be more appropriate than short-term timber boards. We’ll advise on a sensible approach based on timeframe and risk.
Boarding materials and fixing methods
For emergency boarding up we typically use:
- Strong, good-quality plywood or similar boarding materials
- Appropriate fixings into frames, masonry, or suitable structural points
- Fixing patterns designed to reduce flex and improve stability
Our goal is to provide a temporary solution that is:
- Strong enough to deter opportunistic entry
- Weather-resistant in the short to medium term
- Neat, safe, and secure around edges and walkways
Insurance claim boarding and documentation
We’re experienced with insurance-related make-safe work and can help with the practical side by providing clear job details. While you remain responsible for speaking with your insurer, we can:
- Provide emergency boarding to prevent further loss (often expected by insurers)
- Record measurements and the nature of the damage for quotations
- Provide an invoice and a clear description of work completed
After boarding up: what happens next
Boarding up is usually the first step. Once the property is secure, most people want a permanent repair plan. If your damage is break-in related and you want deeper information on securing damaged doors/frames and restoring security at the failure point, see burglary repair services. If the incident has left a door sticking, misaligned, or structurally damaged, our door repair service can help with the next stage once the opening is safe.
Boarding up for residential properties
We board up and secure:
- Houses and bungalows
- Flats and maisonettes
- HMOs and rented accommodation (with appropriate authorisation)
- Front and back doors, patio doors and French doors
- Ground-floor and upper-floor windows (access dependent)
Typical residential scenarios include:
- Broken glass after a burglary or attempted break-in
- Smashed patio doors or French doors
- Damage from domestic incidents or accidents
- Weather damage to windows and doors
We aim to secure your home quickly and respectfully, keeping disruption to a minimum and making sure you feel safe again before we leave.
Boarding up for shops, offices and commercial premises
Commercial properties often need fast boarding to avoid:
- Stock theft and further loss
- Business interruption
- Health and safety risks for staff and customers
We regularly help:
- Shops, salons and barbers
- Restaurants, cafés and takeaways
- Offices and co-working spaces
- Clinics, surgeries and practices
- Warehouses and industrial units
We can board up shopfront glass, doors and internal partitions, and provide practical guidance on temporary protection choices based on how quickly permanent repairs can be arranged.
Where required, we can attend out of hours to minimise disruption to trading.
What to prepare before we attend
- If it’s unsafe or you believe someone may still be nearby, contact emergency services first.
- If safe, take a few photos for your records and insurer.
- Keep the area clear so we can work safely (especially around broken glass).
- If police attendance is expected, avoid disturbing obvious evidence where possible.
- For commercial sites: arrange a keyholder or authorised contact to grant access.
24/7 boarding up – our response promise
BR2 Locksmith Bromley provides a genuine 24-hour boarding up service.
- We aim to attend as quickly as possible for genuine emergencies in Bromley
- We cover residential and commercial properties
- We secure openings promptly so your property isn’t left exposed
Whether the damage is due to weather, burglary, vandalism or accident, we will secure your property until longer-term repairs can be carried out.
Call now for emergency boarding up in Bromley: 020 3677 6112
Boarding up service – FAQs
How quickly can you get to my property?
For emergencies in Bromley, we aim to attend as quickly as possible depending on location, time of day and traffic. When you call, we’ll give you an honest arrival estimate and keep you updated if anything changes.
Do you offer a 24-hour boarding up service?
Yes. Our boarding up service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
What kind of damage can you board up?
We can secure:
- Broken windows (single glazing or double-glazed units)
- Smashed shopfronts and glazed doors
- Damaged doors and frames
- Patio and French door openings
- Areas affected by forced entry, vandalism or accident
If you’re not sure whether we can help, call and describe the damage—we’ll advise straight away.
Will boarding up damage my frames or surrounding structure?
To secure boards properly, fixings may be required into frames or surrounding structure. We use appropriate fixings, minimise unnecessary damage, and aim to keep later repairs straightforward. Any fixing points are typically dealt with during the subsequent permanent repair work.
Can you also replace the broken glass?
Boarding is usually temporary until permanent repairs can be arranged. We can measure up for replacement glass/units and help you plan the next step once the property is secure.
Is boarding up covered by my insurance?
Many home and business insurance policies cover emergency make-safe work and subsequent repairs after a valid claim, but you should check your policy or speak directly with your insurer. We can provide invoices and details of the work carried out to support your claim.
Do I need to be at the property when you attend?
For most jobs, yes—we normally need inside access to work safely and confirm the opening is secured properly. In some commercial situations we can attend with a keyholder or authorised site contact.
Can you help if my break-in has damaged the door and frame as well?
Yes. If the incident involves forced-entry damage we can make the property safe, then help you plan the permanent repairs and restore security at the failure point.