Emergency Boarding Up in London
When a broken window or damaged glazed door leaves your property exposed, temporary boarding can protect the opening while replacement glass is arranged. London Glazing takes boarding-up enquiries 24 hours a day for homes, shops and commercial premises.
Call 07949 775317 with your postcode, the affected opening and any immediate safety concerns. We will discuss availability and access; attendance and replacement times are confirmed for the job rather than promised in advance.
When is boarding up needed?
Boarding may be appropriate after a break-in, accidental breakage or other damage when a safe permanent repair cannot be completed straight away. The opening and surrounding frame need to be assessed so a suitable fixing method can be used.
It is a temporary measure, not a guarantee against further intrusion or a substitute for a permanent repair. Tell us if the damaged area forms part of an escape route or has special access requirements.
Information to have ready
- Your postcode and an on-site contact.
- Whether it is a window, glazed door or shopfront.
- Approximate opening size and whether loose glass remains.
- The floor level, access arrangements and any public footpath or trading-area restrictions.
From temporary protection to new glass
- Discuss the situation: we confirm the problem, availability and access.
- Assess and make safe: the glazier checks the opening and discusses the appropriate temporary protection.
- Specify the replacement: measurements, frame condition and glass type determine the permanent repair.
- Arrange completion: where glass must be ordered, the next visit is arranged once supply and access are confirmed.
We can discuss window glass repairs, replacement double-glazed units and shopfront glazing. We do not promise next-day manufacture or that every door, lock or frame can be repaired on the initial visit.
While you wait
Keep people and pets away from damaged glass and avoid handling loose panes. Do not enter an unsafe building. Contact the emergency services if there is an immediate danger, injury or a crime in progress.
London, South London and Surrey
We provide a mobile glazing service across London and Surrey, including Croydon and Warlingham. Call with your postcode to confirm availability and access arrangements. See our areas and postcodes for local information.
For urgent broken glass, call 07949 775317. For planned work, request a callback with your postcode and a description of the problem.