Pricing for Boarding Up in Crawley (RH10 & RH11)

Worried about costs after a smashed window or forced door? We keep pricing clear and fair. Every job is different, so we don’t publish fixed prices, but this page explains what affects cost, what’s included, and how we keep you informed before we start.

For urgent help now, call 01293 699 986. We cover Crawley and across RH10 and RH11, 24/7.

How We Price Boarding-Up Work

We price each job based on what it actually requires on site. Factors include:

  • Access and size of opening: small pane vs. full shopfront; ground floor vs. upper floor
  • Materials needed: 18mm exterior-grade plywood, 12mm OSB for smaller apertures, steel security options
  • Fixing method: non-destructive clamping vs. anti-tamper fixings into the frame or masonry
  • Out-of-hours attendance: evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays
  • Location and parking considerations within RH10 and RH11
  • Additional security items: temporary steel door, locks, or security screens for void properties

We’ll talk you through the likely scope on the phone and give a realistic estimate. On arrival, we confirm the price before work starts. If something changes (for example, the frame is too damaged for clamping and needs through-bolting), we’ll explain options and costs first.

What’s Included as Standard

Every completed job includes:

  • Make-safe works: secure property and weatherproof where possible
  • Appropriately sized boards cut on site for a snug fit
  • Anti-tamper fixings or internal clamping where suitable
  • Clean-up of immediate work area and safe removal of loose glass
  • Time-stamped photos of before and after (on request)
  • Itemised invoice showing labour, materials, and attendance time
  • Work statement suitable for insurers (on request)

If you need medium-term securing for a vacant property, we can quote for temporary steel doors or steel security screens as a separate line.

Typical Cost Drivers by Service

Every property and incident is different, but these notes help you understand how scope changes price:

  • Window boarding: Costs scale with pane size, glazing type, and fixings. A cracked sash on a first floor may be clamped internally; a ground-floor double-glazed unit may need through-bolting for security. See window boarding in Crawley.
  • Door boarding up: Forced entries often involve damaged frames. We may install a timber board or a temporary steel door if the opening must remain in daily use.
  • Shopfront boarding: Large panes, shop signage, and frames influence board thickness and bracing. Out-of-hours attendance is common for retail. Learn about shopfront boarding.
  • Roof and skylight boarding: Requires safe access, edge protection, and weatherproofing. Materials and labour reflect the complexity. More on roof boarding.

If you’re dealing with a specific incident, our situation guides explain scope and documentation needs:

Out-of-Hours and Emergency Rates

We operate 24/7. Evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday call-outs typically carry higher rates to reflect staffing and availability. We don’t promise fixed arrival times—conditions vary—but we prioritise urgent calls and will provide a realistic ETA when you ring.

If you need immediate attendance, use our dedicated line: emergency boarding up in Crawley.

Insurance and Payment

Many customers claim back emergency boarding-up costs through their insurer. We’re not loss adjusters, but we provide the documentation insurers typically ask for:

  • Itemised invoice with date/time of attendance
  • Photos of damage and completed make-safe works (on request)
  • Work statement describing materials and fixings used

Helpful steps:

  • Contact your insurer early and note your claim/reference number
  • If it’s a crime, get a police reference number
  • Take your own photos (if safe) before we arrive

Read our full guidance: insurance claims for boarding up.

Payment options:

  • Card payment on completion (preferred for emergencies)
  • Bank transfer by arrangement
  • Invoicing for approved commercial accounts and facilities managers

Our Process: From Call to Signed-Off Job

  1. Call us on 01293 699 986 and explain what happened, where you are in RH10 or RH11, and any safety concerns.
  2. We ask a few practical questions: size of panel, floor level, access, door or window type, and whether power is available.
  3. We give a realistic estimate and ETA. If authorised, we dispatch a DBS-checked technician.
  4. On site, we assess, confirm price, and agree the method (clamping, anti-tamper fixings, or steel door).
  5. We cut boards to size, secure the opening, clean up, and make safe.
  6. You receive time-stamped photos (on request) and an itemised invoice. For claims, we can add a work statement.
  7. We advise on next steps for permanent repairs; we can return to remove boards when glazing is ready.

For more about what boarding up involves, see what is boarding up?.

Discounts and Multi-Openings

  • Multiple openings: We can often achieve economies if we’re boarding several windows or a long shopfront at once.
  • Return visits: If we fitted a temporary steel door and you later need screens or additional openings secured, we’ll quote accordingly and may adjust for repeated attendance.
  • Commercial/portfolio clients: Talk to us about account terms if you manage multiple properties in RH10 and RH11.

We’ll always be transparent about where savings are possible and where extra labour or materials are required.

Safety, Materials, and Methods (Why They Affect Price)

  • Board specification: We use 18mm exterior-grade plywood for most external openings; 12mm OSB may be suitable for small internal apertures or interim internal screens.
  • Fixings: Anti-tamper fixings prevent removal from outside—important if the property is unattended. Internal clamping avoids damage to frames where possible.
  • Weatherproofing: For roof or exposed openings, we may add membranes or tape to shed water—small material cost, big benefit.
  • Access equipment: Ladders are standard; towers or specialist access will be discussed and priced if needed.
  • Security upgrades: Temporary steel doors and security screens cost more initially but can be more economical for medium-term voids.

Our choices are practical and insurer-friendly. We’ll explain the “why” before we proceed.

Limitations and Honest Boundaries

  • No fixed-price menu: until we see the opening and agree the method, final cost can vary
  • No guaranteed arrival times: we’ll prioritise and provide a realistic ETA
  • We secure the property—permanent glazing replacement is typically handled by your chosen glazier
  • Smoke/odour remediation after a fire sits outside our scope

If the frame is too damaged for non-destructive methods, we’ll explain options and costs before drilling or bolting.

FAQs About Pricing

Can you give a price over the phone?

We can usually give a ballpark based on your description and photos. Final price is confirmed on site once we’ve assessed the opening, access, and fixings.

Do you charge extra for out-of-hours call-outs?

Yes, evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays carry higher rates. We’ll tell you this up front and confirm before attending. If it’s urgent, see emergency boarding up in Crawley.

Is boarding up covered by insurance?

Often, yes—especially after burglary, vandalism, or storm damage. We provide itemised invoices and supporting statements. Read more: insurance claims.

Do you take card payments on the night?

Yes. Card on completion is preferred for emergencies. We also accept bank transfer and can invoice approved commercial accounts.

Will you charge more if the opening is larger than expected?

If the scope changes (e.g., a full shopfront instead of a small pane), we’ll explain and agree revised costs before starting.

Do materials quality affect price?

They do. Exterior-grade 18mm plywood and anti-tamper fixings cost more but provide better security and insurer acceptance. We’ll always specify appropriately for the risk.

Can you price match?

We aim to be competitive for RH10 and RH11, but we won’t cut corners on safety, materials, or process. Share a like-for-like written quote and we’ll advise.

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