Fire Damage Boarding in South West London
Fire damage boarding in South West London is about making your property safe and secure as quickly as possible after a fire. Whether it’s a minor kitchen blaze or a more serious incident, our 24/7 team can board up and secure entry points, install temporary steel doors, and fit anti-vandal security screens to prevent unauthorised access and weather ingress while you plan repairs.
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When You Need This
If a fire has affected your home or business anywhere across SW postcodes (SW1–SW20), boarding up is often needed the same day. Common scenarios include:
- Broken or removed windows after firefighting operations (smashed or removed glazing to vent smoke).
- Compromised doors and frames that no longer close properly.
- Exposed openings that leave the property vulnerable to trespass, theft or weather.
- Weakened or charred structures around windows and doors that require temporary containment.
- Vacated buildings that need to be secured pending investigation, loss assessment or rebuild.
You might be searching for “emergency boarding up near me” or “secure empty property after fire” late at night. We provide out-of-hours boarding up, fast boarding up services, and same day boarding up throughout South West London, including Battersea, Clapham, Wandsworth, Putney, Wimbledon, Brixton, Fulham, Pimlico and nearby neighbourhoods.
Important notes:
- Safety first: we only begin work once the Fire Brigade has deemed it safe to enter and the area is stable enough for make-safe work.
- Odour, soot or content cleaning is out of scope for our service. We focus on emergency property securing and weatherproofing.
How We Secure Your Property
Our approach is calm, methodical and non-destructive wherever possible. We aim to protect the structure and future repair works while delivering strong temporary security.
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Assessment and make-safe
- We carry out a quick risk assessment, looking for unstable frames, loose glass, sharp debris and electrical hazards.
- If there is structural damage (e.g., unsafe lintels or buckled frames), we may recommend temporary shoring by a builder before boarding.
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Plywood/OSB boarding
- We typically use 18 mm structural plywood or OSB for external boarding; thicker boards may be used for large spans or high-risk positions.
- Boards are cut to size and fitted with anti-tamper fixings designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside.
- Where frames are fragile, we use internal bearers and through-bolting to avoid further damage (a non-destructive securing method wherever feasible).
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Temporary steel doors
- For compromised entrances, a temporary secure door can be installed to allow controlled access for you, insurers, surveyors or contractors.
- Doors are fitted with high-security locks and anti-tamper fixings to deter unauthorised entry.
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Steel security screens (Sitex-style)
- For medium-term security on vacant properties, we can fit steel security screens or anti-vandal security screens that allow ventilation while resisting forced entry.
- These are ideal when windows have been removed or will be out of action for an extended period.
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Weatherproofing and containment
- We add weather seals, tapes and coverings to reduce rain ingress and wind through damaged openings.
- We can board loft hatches or roof lights affected by heat or firefighting water; for more extensive issues see our roof & skylight boarding.
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Tidy, insurer-friendly finish
- We remove loose shards of glass from the affected openings and tidy the immediate work area.
- You’ll receive time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a brief work statement to support your claim. Keep any police or incident reference number from the Fire Brigade.
If glazing is needed later, we can leave openings “board & ready” to help your chosen contractor or emergency glazier complete replacements efficiently.
Why Choose Us
- Local and available 24/7 across SW
- Based in South West London with mobile teams covering SW1–SW20, we coordinate rapid, out-of-hours boarding up without promising risky ETAs.
- 10+ years’ experience
- Experienced boarding up specialists who understand fire scenes and work respectfully alongside fire services, loss adjusters and contractors.
- Safety, insured and DBS-checked
- Public liability insured; our technicians are DBS-checked for your peace of mind.
- Non-destructive securing
- We prioritise non-destructive securing methods wherever possible; we explain any exceptions clearly (e.g., structural damage or frames beyond repair).
- Quality materials and methods
- 18 mm plywood/OSB, anti-tamper fixings, temporary steel doors and security screens as required.
- Insurer-ready documentation
- Time-stamped photos, itemised invoice, and a brief statement of works provided promptly.
What Happens Next
- Call us any time
- We’ll gather a few details (address, access, type of damage, safety status) and dispatch a team.
- On site
- We assess, make safe, and board up or install temporary secure doors/screens as needed.
- Aftercare
- We provide documentation for insurers and discuss any follow-up measures.
You can also explore related services and situations:
- Arrange rapid window boarding in South West London.
- Secure compromised entrances with door boarding up.
- For roof lights or damaged skylights, see our roof & skylight boarding.
- If you’re beginning a claim, read our simple insurance support.
FAQs
Is boarding up covered by insurance after a fire?
Many policies cover emergency make-safe works. We provide insurance-ready paperwork (photos, itemised invoice, brief statement) to support your claim, but we are not loss adjusters or legal advisers. Check your policy and speak to your insurer.
How quickly can you attend?
We operate 24/7 with efficient dispatch across South West London. We don’t quote rigid ETAs, but we prioritise urgent fire damage boarding and out-of-hours boarding up calls.
Will you cause damage when boarding up?
We use non-destructive securing wherever possible, using internal bearers, through-bolts and anti-tamper fixings. If frames are severely fire-damaged or unsafe, we’ll explain options before proceeding.
Can you install a temporary secure door?
Yes. We fit temporary steel doors with high-security locks, ideal for controlled access after a fire while the property is unoccupied or awaiting repairs.
Do you clean smoke or handle restoration?
No. Our focus is emergency securing and temporary weatherproofing. We do not provide soot, smoke or odour cleaning services, but our securing allows restoration specialists to work safely.
What if the roof or skylight is damaged?
We can provide temporary roof and skylight boarding or weatherproofing where safe to do so. See our dedicated roof & skylight boarding.
Call Now for Immediate Assistance
If you’ve suffered a fire at your property in South West London, we’re here 24/7 to make it safe and secure. Our friendly, DBS-checked team will board up windows and doors, install temporary steel doors or security screens, and provide insurer-friendly documentation on completion.
Need urgent help? Call Now for Immediate Assistance: 020 4538 6452
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