Secure your property with board-up services

Safeguard your property from the elements, and protect it from unauthorized access, with our board-up services. With 24/7 availability, we’re ready to help you cover windows and doors or provide temporary fencing to assist you in keeping your property protected.

Boarding up your windows and doors reduces the impact of severe weather events like hurricanes and severe storms by keeping water out of areas where it can easily find its way into your property.

Large-scale catastrophic events like hurricanes and severe storms can have a large impact on property. Our board-up services can reduce further damage to your property after the storm and lessen your business downtime.

Board-up offers added protection for businesses that have closed, and it has been known to keep unauthorized persons away during riots and other events where a high volume of people pass your property.

Our emergency call centre is available to take your call 24/7, 365 days a year. You can call us for board-up services at any time.

Additional Services

When your needs go beyond fire and smoke damage restoration, so do our services. See how our specialized team members can help you overcome whatever comes your way.

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Let us help you prepare for the unexpected

When disaster strikes, knowing what to expect can make a world of difference. Discover what our specialists have to say about preparing for disaster, expediting recovery, and everything in between. We’re here to help, always.

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FAQs

Board-up services involve securing windows, doors, and other openings in your property before or after a disaster to protect it from damage, intrusion and weather conditions.

Boarding up your property after a disaster is critical to prevent additional damage from weather, intruders and other unauthorized access. This is a step to safeguard your property and belongings until more permanent repairs can be made.

We understand that emergencies require immediate action. Our team is available 24/7, and we strive to respond as swiftly as possible. The safety of our teams and clients always comes first. Property or an area must be deemed safe for teams to enter.

We use high-quality, durable plywood for most residential board-ups. However, for commercial properties or specific situations, we may use other materials such as metal panels.

While it’s possible for some to board up their damaged property, we strongly advise against it due to safety concerns and the potential for further damage. Our professionals are trained to handle these situations safely and quickly.

Every insurance policy is different. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand your coverage.

The duration of the board-up process depends on the extent of the damage and the size of the property. However, our team works efficiently to ensure your property is secured as quickly as possible.

Along with board-up services, we provide comprehensive disaster preparedness and recovery solutions, including water extraction, damage assessment, mould remediation, debris removal, property restoration and more.

When a property sits boarded up, we are also able to provide the tarping and securing of roof structures, temporary power, temporary plumping, security, and climate control solutions to stabilize the environment from mould, frozen pipes and more.

Yes, we offer board-up services for commercial, retail and industrial properties of all sizes.