Emergency Boarding Up in Streatham Common
If you need fast, professional boarding up in Streatham Common, we’re here to help. Boarding up Streatham Common properties is what we do every day across SW16. Whether it’s a smashed window, a forced door, shopfront damage or storm impact, our local, DBS-checked technicians secure your property quickly and safely so you can rest easy.
- 24/7 availability for emergencies, day and night
- Non-destructive securing wherever possible
- Insurer-friendly paperwork with time-stamped photos
- Coverage across SW postcodes, with a strong presence in SW16
Need urgent help? Call 020 4538 6452 for immediate assistance.
Local, 24/7 Help Across SW16
We cover Streatham Common and surrounding parts of SW16, from the green space around Streatham Common and The Rookery to homes and businesses near Streatham Common station and along Greyhound Lane and Streatham High Road. We also work nearby in Streatham, Streatham Vale, Streatham Hill and Norbury. Whether you’re beside the common, close to the ice rink site on the High Road, or near Mitcham Lane and the Sainsbury’s/Leigham Court Road junctions, our mobile teams can reach you promptly.
Primary landmarks we know well:
- Streatham Common and The Rookery gardens
- Streatham Common railway station (Thameslink/Southern)
- Streatham High Road shopping parade and local cafés
Postcode districts covered locally: SW16.
When You Need Emergency Boarding Up in Streatham Common
Emergencies rarely give warning. Call us if you’re dealing with:
- Burglary or attempted break-in: door kicked in, frame splintered, or window forced.
- Vandalism: smashed panes on homes or shopfronts along Streatham High Road.
- Storm damage: broken skylights or blown-out windows after high winds on the Common.
- Accidental breakage: ball strikes, delivery impacts, or ladder mishaps.
- Fire or flood aftermath: securing compromised doors/windows while you arrange repairs.
- Vacant/void property securing: short to medium-term protection with anti-tamper fixings.
We provide:
- 24 hour boarding up Streatham Common
- 24/7 boarding up Streatham Common
- Out-of-hours boarding up and same day boarding up
- Fast boarding up services and emergency property securing
If broken glass is involved, we can make safe and board quickly, and coordinate with glazing partners where “board & glaze” is appropriate.
How We Secure Your Property
Our approach is careful, tidy and pragmatic. We aim for non-destructive securing wherever possible. Exceptions are rare and typically relate to severe structural damage or severely warped frames after impact or fire.
What we use:
- Plywood or OSB boarding: commonly 11–18 mm thickness, selected to suit opening size, exposure and duration.
- Anti-tamper fixings: designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside.
- Temporary steel doors: when a door is beyond use, a steel door can maintain secure access.
- Steel security screens (where appropriate): for vacant property or repeated vandalism risk.
Typical steps:
- Assess and make safe: remove loose glass, check frame stability, establish safe working area (we can cordon if needed on busy stretches like Streatham High Road).
- Cut and fit boards: measure and cut OSB/ply to fit neatly; secure with anti-tamper fixings.
- Seal and secure: weatherproof edges where helpful; ensure doors and vulnerable openings are locked or boarded correctly.
- Evidence for insurers: time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice, and a simple work statement. Keep any police reference number.
- Follow-on options: temporary steel doors or steel security screens for higher-risk or vacant properties, and liaison with glaziers or roofers if you need ongoing works.
For smashed windows, see our dedicated guidance on window boarding in South West London. For forced doors, explore door boarding up. If your shop window on Streatham High Road or near Streatham Common station has been damaged, our shopfront boarding service covers out-of-hours and larger panes. After high winds across the Common, our roof & skylight boarding can help keep weather out.
Why Choose Us
- Local to South West London: Rapid coverage across the SW area, with daily work in SW16 around Streatham Common, Streatham Vale, Streatham Hill and Norbury.
- 10+ years’ experience: Seasoned boarding up specialists used to everything from small terraced homes to larger commercial shopfronts.
- Public liability insured, DBS-checked technicians: Professional, vetted teams you can trust in your home or business.
- Non-destructive methods first: We preserve frames and fabric wherever possible; we’ll explain clearly if structural issues change the approach.
- Insurer-ready support: Photos, itemised invoice and a brief statement to support your claim. We understand what most insurers expect after break-ins or storm damage.
- Clean, courteous and efficient: We sweep glass, tidy the work area and leave you secure.
What Happens Next
- Call us or contact online: Tell us what’s happened, where in SW16 you are, and any immediate hazards.
- Fast dispatch: We schedule the nearest mobile team to you—whether you’re by The Rookery, near Streatham Common station, or along Greyhound Lane.
- Secure and reassure: We make safe, board up, and walk you through the evidence we’ll provide for insurers.
Helpful pages if you’re comparing options:
- For a breakdown of what affects costs, see our guide to boarding up prices.
- Need quick context on insurance? Visit insurance support.
- For immediate incidents, go straight to our 24/7 emergency boarding up page.
- Check broader coverage beyond SW16 on areas we cover.
Micro Case Studies in SW16
- Shopfront on Streatham High Road: Late evening vandalism left a large pane shattered. We set a safe perimeter, removed loose glass, and fitted OSB with anti-tamper fixings. Provided time-stamped photos for the owner’s insurer and kept access via the side door secure.
- Terrace near Streatham Common station: A kicked-in rear door after an attempted break-in. We stabilised the frame, boarded the opening, and installed a temporary secure door so the family could lock up and sleep safely. The client used our paperwork to progress their claim.
- Top-floor flat near The Rookery: Storm gusts cracked a skylight. We arranged safe roof access, boarded the opening, and weatherproofed edges. We then liaised with the resident’s roofer for follow-on repairs.
FAQs for Streatham Common
How fast can you get to SW16?
We offer 24/7 availability and efficient dispatch across South West London. While we don’t promise exact ETAs, our mobile teams regularly work in Streatham Common and nearby, so we aim to reach you promptly.
Is your boarding up non-destructive?
Yes, wherever possible. We secure boards using methods and fixings that preserve frames. If a frame is structurally damaged (e.g., severe kick-in or fire), we’ll explain options and proceed safely.
What thickness boards do you use?
Typically 11–18 mm OSB or plywood depending on opening size, exposure and risk. We’ll choose the right specification for your property.
Can you help with insurance claims?
We’re not loss adjusters, but we provide insurer-friendly paperwork: time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a simple work statement. Keep your police reference number if there was a crime.
Do you clean up broken glass?
Yes. We make safe first, clear loose shards and leave the area tidy before we complete the boarding.
Can you secure a vacant property near Streatham Common?
Yes. We offer medium-term solutions such as steel security screens and temporary steel doors with anti-tamper fixings. See our page on vacant property security.
Property Types We Help in Streatham Common
- Homes and flats near Streatham Common, The Rookery and along Greyhound Lane.
- Shops, cafés and takeaways on Streatham High Road and Mitcham Lane.
- Landlords, estate agents and facilities managers with properties across SW16.
- Voids and refurbishments needing temporary protection.
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Your 3-Step Emergency Process
- Call us on 020 4538 6452 and tell us what’s happened in SW16.
- We dispatch a trained, insured team with the right materials.
- We secure your property, provide documentation and advise on next steps.
If you need broader service information, see our boarding up services in South West London. For specific incidents, our vandalism repair and post-burglary boarding up pages may help.
Primary CTA: Call Now for Immediate Assistance: 020 4538 6452
Secondary: Prefer to message? Email [email protected]
Block out risks quickly and safely—our Streatham Common team is ready to help.
Need help now? Call 020 4538 6452 or Email us.
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