24 Hour Emergency Boarding Up Harrow (HA0–HA9)

Need urgent help right now? If your window, door, shopfront or roof has been damaged and your property is exposed, we can secure it.

Call: Call 020 4634 5472
Email: [email protected]

We provide 24/7 emergency boarding up in Harrow and across the HA postcodes (HA0–HA9). Whether it’s a smashed window after a break-in, a shopfront hit overnight, or storm damage that’s left a gap you can’t safely leave open, we’ll talk you through the next steps and arrange urgent boarding.

We don’t promise fixed arrival times (traffic, access and police/fire attendance can change things), but we prioritise genuine emergencies and keep you updated.

When to call for emergency boarding up in Harrow

If the building can’t be properly locked or weatherproofed, it’s usually an emergency—especially if the property will be unattended.

Call us if you’ve got:

Broken or missing glazing (ground floor, bays, patio doors, communal doors)
A damaged front or back door that won’t close or lock
A smashed shopfront that can’t be made secure before opening hours
Roof, skylight or soffit damage after wind or impact
Fire or flood damage where openings have been compromised (we secure the site; we don’t provide remediation)

Common Harrow situations we attend include:

Post-incident call-outs after police attendance for a break-in (burglary repairs)
Vandalism to shopfronts or street-facing windows (vandalism repair)
Wind-blown debris and damaged panes after bad weather (storm damage)
Securing a property after a fire has been contained (fire damage)
Swollen, failing frames after water ingress (flood damage)
Accidental impact—vehicles, bins, or building works (accident damage)

If you’re unsure whether it “counts” as an emergency, ring anyway. We’ll give straightforward guidance and explain your options.

What happens when you call (and what we’ll ask)

Emergency boarding up is about making things safe, secure and weather-resistant as quickly as practicable—without causing unnecessary extra damage.

When you call 020 4634 5472, we’ll ask:

Where the property is (postcode and nearest main road/landmark if helpful)
What’s been damaged (window/door/shopfront/roof) and roughly how big the opening is
Whether anyone is on site and if the property will be left empty overnight
Any safety risks (hanging glass, exposed wiring, fire damage, unstable frames)
Access details (rear access, shutters, concierge, parking/loading restrictions)

If safe, we may ask you to send a quick photo so we can arrive with the right board thickness and fixings—especially for large shopfront panels or awkward bay windows.

If you’re dealing with a break-in or criminal damage, keep your police reference number to hand. It helps with documentation and insurance later.

Our emergency boarding approach (secure first, explain as we go)

We aim to secure your property in a way that’s robust enough to deter opportunists and keep the weather out, while keeping the future repair straightforward.

Step-by-step on site

Safety check & risk assessment
We’ll check for loose glass, unsafe frames, and any hazards around the opening (particularly after impact, storms or fire).
Measure and prepare boards
We typically use 18mm exterior-grade plywood for most openings because it holds fixings well and stands up to weather. For smaller or lower-risk apertures we may use 12mm OSB where appropriate.
Fixing method chosen for the situation
- Non-destructive fixings where possible (so you’re not left with unnecessary damage)
- Anti-tamper fixings where the board could be attacked or removed from outside—important for unattended properties
- Reinforced framing where the surrounding frame is compromised
Seal and secure
Where sensible, we aim for a tidy fit to reduce drafts and rain ingress. For doors that can’t be reliably boarded and left secure, we’ll discuss alternatives such as a temporary steel door.
Photos and paperwork
We can provide time-stamped photos and an itemised invoice/work statement—useful for landlords, managing agents, and most insurers.

If the surrounding structure is too damaged for a neat, non-destructive installation, we’ll explain what’s possible before proceeding. We won’t just start drilling without telling you.

Emergency services we can provide (24/7) across HA0–HA9

Emergency jobs tend to fall into a few categories. We’ll recommend what’s appropriate for the risk level and how long you need the building secured.

Emergency window boarding (houses, flats, communal glazing)

Broken windows are one of the most common call-outs in Harrow—especially ground-floor panes, side access windows, and bay windows.

Learn more about our approach on the dedicated service page: window boarding in Harrow.

Emergency door boarding and forced entry repairs (making entrances secure)

If the door has been kicked in, the lock area splintered, or the frame twisted, boarding alone sometimes isn’t enough to leave the property safe.

We can board damaged doorways and, where appropriate, advise on additional security options. See: door boarding in Harrow.

Emergency shopfront boarding (retail and commercial glazing)

Harrow has busy commercial areas—when shopfront glass goes, you need a fast, secure temporary solution that protects stock and keeps the premises safe until glazing can be replaced.

We regularly secure:

Large glazed panels
Corner units and returns
Vulnerable entrances and side windows

More detail here: shopfront boarding in Harrow.

Emergency roof and skylight boarding (weather exposure and overhead hazards)

Roof openings are risky—water ingress can cause rapid secondary damage. If a skylight has failed or a section is exposed, we’ll look at safe access and the best temporary weatherproofing possible in the circumstances.

See: roof boarding in Harrow.

Temporary steel doors and security screens (when you need more than plywood)

For vacant or repeatedly targeted properties, a stronger medium-term option may be more suitable than repeated boarding.

If you’re securing an empty unit or void property, it’s worth reading: vacant property boarding up.

Areas we cover for emergency boarding up in Harrow

We cover Harrow and the HA postcode area (HA0–HA9), including residential streets, town centres, and commercial estates.

Typical call-outs include locations around:

Harrow town centre and HA1 areas such as College Road, Station Road, and the St Ann’s vicinity
Routes linking to Watford Road (A404), Kenton Road, and Pinner Road
Around key stations such as Harrow-on-the-Hill, Kenton, Northwick Park, and West Harrow

For more local landing pages, visit areas we cover or jump straight to pages like:

What you can do immediately (before we arrive)

If you’re reading this after something stressful—break-in, vandalism, or a sudden smash—focus on safety first.

Do not touch loose or cracked glass. Keep people and pets away from the area.
If there’s a crime, call 999/101 as appropriate and wait for police guidance.
If safe, take a few photos of the damage for your records/insurer.
If weather is coming in, you can move valuables away from the opening and place towels to limit water spread.
Keep any police incident number and basic details to hand.

If the property is unsafe to remain in, leave and call us from somewhere secure: Call 020 4634 5472.

Insurance and documentation (what we can provide)

We’re not loss adjusters and can’t approve claims, but we can help you with the practical side by supplying documentation insurers typically request, such as:

Time-stamped photos of the secured opening
An itemised invoice and work statement
Notes on access issues or pre-existing damage we observed

For more guidance, see our page on insurance claims support. If you need a cost overview (without made-up fixed figures), read boarding up pricing.

Emergency boarding up for homes, businesses and landlords

Emergency call-outs in Harrow look different depending on the property type.

Homes and flats: privacy, safety, and keeping the weather out fast. See residential boarding up.
Shops and commercial premises: protecting stock, meeting landlord/centre security requirements, and making the frontage safe. See commercial boarding up.
Void properties: stronger, longer-term options to reduce repeat issues. See vacant property boarding.

If you’re a managing agent or facilities manager and need paperwork for your records, tell us when you call so we can capture the right photos and job notes.

FAQs: 24/7 emergency boarding up in Harrow

How quickly can you come out?

We can’t guarantee a fixed arrival time because it depends on traffic, access, and whether emergency services are still on scene. We prioritise urgent cases and will give you a realistic ETA update once we’ve taken details.

Can you board up tonight if my window is smashed in Harrow?

Yes—if the property is in Harrow or the HA postcodes, call 020 4634 5472. We handle out-of-hours emergency window boarding where a property is exposed or unsafe.

Will boarding up stop the rain getting in?

Boarding up significantly reduces weather ingress, but outcomes depend on the condition of the surrounding frame and the shape of the opening. We’ll do what’s reasonable on the night and explain any limitations (for example, if the frame is warped or crumbling after impact).

Do you fit temporary steel doors?

Where a doorway is too damaged to secure reliably with timber alone—or where the property will be vacant—we can discuss temporary steel doors and other security options. Tell us what’s happened and how long you need the property secured for.

I’m near Harrow-on-the-Hill / Wealdstone / Wembley—do you cover my area?

Yes. We cover HA0–HA9, including Harrow-on-the-Hill, Wealdstone, Kenton, Rayners Lane, Pinner, Stanmore, Edgware-side HA areas, and Wembley. You can also find your local page via areas we cover.

Need emergency boarding up in Harrow now?

If your property is exposed, damaged, or can’t be secured properly, don’t wait until the morning.

Need help now? Call 020 4634 5472 for immediate assistance.
Or email: [email protected]

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