ShopfrontShop boarding up in Greater London
Shop boarding up is one of the most requested repairs we carry out in Greater London. Shop boarding up is fitting solid sheet material — usually exterior plywood or OSB — over a broken window or door so the premises is weatherproof and secure. Coverage includes Westminster, Bromley, Ilford and Lewisham.
- Fixed price agreed before work
- Free survey & written quote
- 24/7 emergency call-outs
- Engineers across the UK
- Safety glass as standard
What we repair in Greater London
- Boarding of vacant units awaiting refit
- Removal of boarding and making good when the new glass goes in
- Securing fanlights and transom glazing
- Boarding of glazed doors, with a lockable access door where needed
Signs you need shop boarding up
- A pane is broken and cannot be replaced today
- You need to keep trading with one door usable
- The shop must be left overnight after damage
Who covers Greater London?
We work across Greater London for independent traders, franchise sites and national retailers alike. Every quotation is written, fixed and itemised so you can pass it to a landlord or insurer.
Towns in Greater London
- Westminster (SW)
- Camden (NW)
- Croydon (CR)
- Ealing (W)
- Stratford (E)
- Wembley (HA)
- Bromley (BR)
- Kingston upon Thames (KT)
- Romford (RM)
- Islington (N)
- Lewisham (SE)
- Ilford (IG)
Common questions
Can I still open while the shop is boarded?
Often, yes. If the door itself is sound, we board only the broken panes so customers can still get in.
How long can a shop stay boarded up?
Boarding is designed to be temporary. It will keep a shop secure for weeks if needed, but most councils and landlords expect the frontage to be reglazed promptly, and boarded frontages tend to attract graffiti.
Can I get shop boarding up out of hours in Greater London?
Emergency work to make premises safe is available out of hours. Non-urgent repairs are booked around your trading hours.
What should I do before the engineer arrives?
Keep people clear of broken glass, do not force a jammed door or shutter, and take photos if it is safe to do so. If you can, note any make or model shown on the door, closer or shutter motor.