Temporary Fencing in Crawley (RH10 & RH11)
When you need to secure a site quickly—after a break-in, accident, or storm—temporary fencing lets you make safe and control access without permanent works. We supply and install robust, insurance-acceptable temporary fencing across Crawley and the RH10 and RH11 postcode districts, 24/7. Whether it’s a damaged shopfront, an open yard, or a fire-affected property, we’ll assess the risk and deploy fast.
Need urgent help tonight? Call 01293 699 986 for emergency temporary fencing in Crawley. You can also reach us at info@boarding-up-crawley.co.uk.
We’ve been trading for 10+ years, are fully insured, and all technicians are DBS-checked. Our focus is practical, safe, and tidy solutions that help you secure property and satisfy insurers or building managers.
When Temporary Fencing Is The Right Choice
Boarding is ideal for windows and doors—but sometimes you need to secure a wider perimeter or an outdoor hazard. Temporary fencing helps you:
- Make safe after incidents: collisions into shopfronts, fallen masonry, or storm-damaged cladding
- Control access around unsafe areas while repairs are arranged
- Deter opportunist entry to yards, car parks, or side accesses when locks or gates are compromised
- Define safe walkways after glass breakage or debris on pavements
- Protect vacant or fire-damaged sites pending assessment
Common call-outs in Crawley include retail and hospitality premises in RH10 with street-facing frontage, light industrial units in RH10 and RH11, and residential properties where rear access or alleyways need securing. If you’re unsure whether you need fencing or boarding (or both), we’ll advise on the phone and on-site.
For smashed glazing and openings, see window boarding in Crawley and shopfront boarding. For forced doors, we also install temporary steel doors.
What We Install: Materials & Specifications
We carry a range of compliant, hire-grade fencing systems designed for emergency deployment:
- Anti-climb mesh panels (Heron/round-top style)
- Typical panel size: 3.5m x 2.0m
- Galvanised steel mesh with narrow aperture to deter footholds
- Stabilisation and anti-lift features
- Rubber block feet for stability on hardstanding
- Couplers/clamps tightened with anti-tamper tools
- Optional fence stays/props and ballast for wind loading
- Access control
- Temporary swing/hoarding gates with lockable hasps
- Crowd-control barriers for queuing and pedestrian management
- Visibility and safety
- High-visibility feet, reflective strips, and hazard signage where required
- Debris netting or privacy screening on request (wind-loading considered)
- Ground protection and fixing
- Non-invasive weighting for paved areas
- Optional pinning or staking on soft ground (subject to utilities check and permission)
Why these choices matter:
- Anti-climb mesh reduces scaling risk and is the standard for vacant or incident sites
- Anti-tamper couplers prevent casual removal—important if the site will be unattended
- Additional bracing and ballast mitigate wind risk, especially in exposed RH11 sites
- Signage and visibility reduce public liability risk by warning passers-by of hazards
If the site needs longer-term securing or is particularly high-risk, we may recommend combining fencing with steel security screens or temporary steel doors.
Our Emergency Deployment Process
- Your call
- We’ll establish the incident type, site location (RH10 or RH11), access constraints, and priority risks.
- We’ll give you a realistic ETA based on workload and traffic. We don’t promise fixed times, but we prioritise genuine emergencies and out-of-hours risks. For immediate action, use our 24/7 emergency boarding up line.
- On-site risk assessment
- We identify hazards (glass, loose materials, live traffic/pedestrian flow) and agree the fenced footprint with you.
- If the frame or structure is too damaged for non-destructive methods, we’ll explain options before proceeding.
- Setup and safety checks
- Panels are assembled, clamped, and stabilised with bracing where needed.
- Gates are positioned for emergency access and locked off if suitable.
- We place hazard signage and ensure lines of sight around corners.
- Photos are taken before/after with timestamps.
- Handover
- We talk you through access arrangements, keys/padlocks (if supplied), and inspection points.
- You receive an itemised invoice and a work statement suitable for insurers, plus time-stamped photos on request.
- Follow-up and adjustments
- For multi-day deployments, we can schedule inspections and adjust the layout as repairs progress.
Where Temporary Fencing Helps Most
- Shopfront collisions and smashed glazing: create a safe exclusion zone while we make safe and arrange shopfront boarding
- Storm damage: cordon off loose cladding, fallen trees, or unstable roofing while we handle post-storm securing
- Fire damage: limit access to a weakened structure after the fire service leaves; we secure the perimeter and entrances while acknowledging that smoke/odour remediation is outside our scope. See post-fire securing
- Vacant or vandalised properties: deter trespass and protect rear access routes; combine with door boarding and window boarding
- Car parks and yards: isolate compromised gates or broken barriers; set safe pedestrian routes
What You Get With Us
- 24/7 response for emergency temporary fencing in Crawley
- Experienced, DBS-checked technicians and fully insured works
- Appropriate fencing spec for the risk, with anti-tamper fixings and bracing
- Tidy, well-presented installs that respect public routes and neighbouring properties
- Time-stamped photos, itemised invoices, and a brief work statement for insurance claims
- Clear handover: access points, padlocks/keys (if supplied), inspection and contact details
Practical Considerations & Limitations
- Wind loading: We’ll assess exposure. In high winds, we add stays and ballast, reduce panel runs, or alter layout. In extreme conditions, fencing may be temporarily unsafe; we’ll advise alternatives.
- Ground conditions: On soft ground we can pin or stake where safe and permitted. On paved areas, we use weighted feet and bracing. We won’t drill or fix into surfaces without permission.
- Public highways: If the fence intrudes onto footways/roads, additional permissions or traffic management may be required. We’ll provide practical guidance, but permits are the client’s responsibility.
- Duration: Fencing is a temporary measure. For medium to long-term security, we may suggest steel screens or more permanent solutions.
- Response times: We attend as quickly as possible but don’t guarantee specific times. We’ll give a realistic ETA when you call.
Documentation For Insurers and Site Managers
After incidents—burglary, vandalism, fire, storm—insurers often ask for proof of “make safe” measures. We can provide:
- Time-stamped photographs of the hazard and completed fencing
- An itemised invoice describing materials (e.g., anti-climb mesh panels, anti-tamper couplers, stays, ballast)
- A brief work statement noting the reason for fencing, area secured, and any access arrangements
For more on claims, visit our insurance guidance. For costs and how we price, see our pricing page. We don’t quote fixed prices online—costs depend on panel count, bracing, duration, access, and time of call.
Safety First: How We Work On-Site
- We create a safe work zone before assembly—lookouts for traffic/pedestrians where needed
- Edges and trip hazards are minimised; block feet are aligned and highly visible
- All couplers are tightened with the correct tools; gates are checked for swing clearance
- We confirm emergency egress routes if the building remains occupied
- We leave the area clean of debris and provide contact details for adjustments
Who We Help In RH10 & RH11
- Retailers and hospitality venues: fast exclusion zones after smashed windows or impacts
- Facilities managers and landlords: vacant property security with defined access control
- Industrial/warehousing: perimeters, loading bays, or damaged gates around Manor Royal and wider RH10/RH11
- Residential owners: garden and alleyway security after a break-in or fence failure
For property-specific considerations, see residential boarding, commercial properties, and vacant property security.
Temporary Fencing vs Boarding: Choosing The Right Approach
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Choose fencing when:
- You need to secure a wider area outdoors or control public access
- There’s a trip, fall, or debris hazard that can’t be instantly removed
- The risk is perimeter-based (yard/gate failure) rather than a single opening
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Choose boarding when:
- You need to seal a broken window, door, or shopfront glazing
- Weatherproofing is required
- You want anti-tamper fixings directly into frames/masonry
It’s often both: fencing to make the area safe for the public, and boarding to secure the building envelope. We’ll advise on the best combination when you call.
FAQs: Temporary Fencing in Crawley
Can you provide temporary fencing out of hours in Crawley?
Yes. We operate 24/7 for emergency deployments across RH10 and RH11. Call us, and we’ll confirm a realistic ETA based on conditions.
Will temporary fencing be enough to secure my shop after a smashed window?
Fencing creates a safe exclusion zone and deters access, but you’ll usually also need shopfront boarding to secure the opening and protect stock.
Do you supply lockable gates with the fence?
We can. For sites that must remain accessible, we can add a temporary gate with padlock/hasp and provide keys to authorised personnel.
What if high winds are forecast in RH11—will the fence be safe?
We assess exposure and can add stays, ballast, and reduce sail area (e.g., avoid screening). In severe conditions, fencing may require modification or temporary removal for safety—our team will advise.
Can you install fencing on uneven ground or gravel?
Yes. We use weighted feet and bracing on hard, uneven ground and can stake on soft ground where safe and permitted. We’ll discuss the best approach on-site.
How long can I keep the fencing in place?
As long as needed, but it’s intended as a temporary measure. We can schedule check-ins for longer deployments and advise if a more permanent solution is warranted.
Will my insurer accept temporary fencing as “make safe”?
Typically yes for perimeter hazards. We supply time-stamped photos and a work statement that insurers usually require. For building openings, combine fencing with boarding for full compliance.
Do you handle permits if the fence encroaches on a pavement?
We’ll advise on practical layout to avoid highways where possible, but permits and traffic management are usually the client’s responsibility.
What To Expect When You Call
- Calm, clear triage from our local team
- Straight answers on availability and likely setup
- A solution that balances safety, access, and cost
- No hard sell—just what’s needed to secure the site
If you’re dealing with burglary, vandalism, storm, fire, flood, or accident damage, you may also find our situation guides helpful:
Ready To Secure Your Site?
Need temporary fencing now? Call 01293 699 986 for 24/7 emergency assistance in Crawley, RH10 and RH11. Prefer email? Contact us at info@boarding-up-crawley.co.uk. We’ll advise the quickest, safest way to make safe and secure your property.