Emergency Window Boarding
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24/7 Emergency Cover
A smashed or damaged window can leave your home or business exposed to the weather, further damage and unauthorised access. When the glass or surrounding frame cannot be made secure immediately, temporary window boarding provides a fast way to protect the opening until permanent repairs can be completed.
Window Doctor provides 24/7 emergency window boarding through our nationwide network of local branches, helping homeowners and businesses secure damaged properties following burglary, vandalism, accidental damage and other emergencies.
Our experienced engineers can board windows in residential and commercial properties, including uPVC, aluminium and timber installations. We can also secure large glazed openings and damaged shopfront windows while replacement glass is arranged.
Available 24/7 for any emergency, call us today on 0800 043 0095 for a free quote and have your home or business boarded and re-secured by the best! Once the property has been secured, we can assess the damage and arrange the necessary permanent window, frame or glass repairs.

From £92
Common Reasons For Emergency Window Boarding:
Emergency boarding is generally required when damage has left a window opening exposed and permanent repairs cannot be completed immediately.
Common reasons for window boarding include:
- Smashed or shattered windows – broken glazing can leave a property exposed and unsafe.
- Burglary or attempted break-ins – forced entry can damage glazing, frames, locks and surrounding components.
- Vandalism – deliberately smashed windows may require immediate temporary protection.
- Crowbar and jemmy damage – attempted forced entry can distort frames and compromise window security.
- Damaged window frames – severe damage may prevent replacement glass from being fitted immediately.
- Damaged locks and handles – a window that cannot be closed or locked securely may require temporary boarding.
- Smashed shopfront windows – large commercial openings may need securing while replacement glazing is manufactured.
- Accidental impact damage – impacts from objects, machinery or other accidents can cause extensive glazing damage.
- Storm and weather damage – falling branches, debris and severe weather can break windows or damage frames.
- Temporary security during repairs – boarding can protect an opening while replacement glass, frames or other components are being prepared.
Not every broken window needs boarding. If suitable replacement glass can be fitted immediately or the existing opening can be secured safely through repairs, temporary boarding may not be necessary. Where immediate permanent repair isn’t possible, however, boarding can provide important temporary protection.
Our 24/7 Emergency Window Boarding Services:
Window Doctor provides professional emergency boarding for residential and commercial windows, with assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Our services include:
24/7 emergency window boarding
Boarding smashed and shattered windows
Boarding following burglary or attempted break-ins
Boarding vandalised windows
Boarding damaged uPVC, aluminium & timber windows
Boarding damaged residential windows
Commercial window boarding
Shopfront window boarding
Removal and disposal of damaged materials
Permanent window and glazing repairs following boarding
Residential & Commercial Window Boarding
Window Doctor provides emergency window boarding for both homes and businesses. From a single smashed bedroom window to a large damaged commercial opening, the priority is to make the affected area safe and restore temporary security until permanent repairs can take place.
With local engineers operating through our nationwide branch network, we can respond to emergency window damage across a wide range of property types 24/7.
If a smashed or severely damaged window has left your home or business exposed, contact Window Doctor 24/7. Our 24/7 emergency service can help secure the affected opening, assess the damage and arrange the permanent repairs required, with a free, no-obligation quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs
Do you provide emergency window boarding 24 hours a day?
Yes. Window Doctor provides 24/7 emergency window boarding for suitable residential and commercial properties. If broken glass or other damage has left a window opening unsecured, our engineers can assess the situation and arrange temporary boarding where required.
Can you board up a smashed window after a burglary?
Yes. Burglary and attempted forced entry are common reasons for emergency window boarding. We can secure suitable damaged openings before arranging permanent repairs to the glazing, frame, locks or other affected components.
Can you board up shopfront windows?
Yes. Window Doctor provides emergency boarding for suitable damaged shopfronts and other commercial glazed openings following burglary, vandalism, accidental impact and other damage. We can also arrange permanent shopfront glass replacement.
Do all broken windows need to be boarded?
No. If the window can be repaired or replacement glass can be fitted immediately, boarding may not be necessary. Temporary boarding is generally used when an exposed opening cannot be permanently repaired straight away and needs to be made safe and secure in the meantime.
Can you replace the glass after boarding the window?
Yes. Window Doctor provides a wide range of glass replacement and window repair services. Once the opening has been secured, we can assess the damage and arrange suitable replacement glass, frame repairs, locks, handles or other components required to restore the window.
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