Boarding Up Pricing in Tonbridge (What Affects the Cost)

If you’re looking for boarding up pricing in Tonbridge, you’re probably dealing with an urgent problem: a smashed window, a forced door, or a shopfront that can’t be left exposed. We keep pricing straightforward and explain what drives the cost, so you can make a decision quickly and confidently—without sales pressure.

For urgent help, see our emergency boarding up page or call now on Call 01732 900 178.

Transparent pricing — without fixed “from” figures

We don’t publish fixed prices online because boarding up isn’t one-size-fits-all. The cost depends on the opening size, the level of damage, the fixing method needed, access, and whether it’s out of hours.

What we can do:

  • Give you a clear quote on the phone based on a few questions and photos (if you can safely send them).
  • Confirm the approach when we arrive, especially if frames are damaged or unsafe.
  • Provide itemised invoices and a work statement suitable for insurance.

If you’re unsure what service you actually need, start with: what is boarding up?

What affects the cost of boarding up?

1) Size and number of openings

A single small pane is different to a full bay window, patio door, or a multi-panel shopfront. More openings generally means more materials and more fitting time.

Common examples we price around:

  • Board up broken window (single or multiple panes)
  • Board up door after forced entry
  • Shopfront boarded up after impact or vandalism
  • Rooflight/skylight openings (often more complex access)

Related services:

2) Material choice: plywood vs OSB (and when we use each)

We select materials based on security needs and practicality:

  • 18mm exterior-grade plywood is commonly used for stronger protection and better durability.
  • OSB (often 12mm for smaller openings) can be suitable for lower-risk or smaller areas, depending on the frame and fixing points.

We’ll advise what’s appropriate; we won’t upsell material that doesn’t add value for your situation.

3) Fixing method and frame condition (non-destructive vs through-fix)

The method matters as much as the board:

  • Non-destructive fixings may be possible when frames are intact and there are good fixing points.
  • If the frame is split, missing, charred (after fire), or swollen (after flood), we may need a different approach.

If the frame is too damaged for non-destructive methods, we’ll explain the options before proceeding.

4) Access, height, and site conditions

Pricing is affected by how straightforward it is to work safely:

  • Upper-floor windows
  • Tight rear access
  • Flats above shops
  • Busy frontages where safe working space is limited
  • Parking/loading constraints (common in town-centre areas)

5) Out of hours and urgency

If you need out of hours attendance (evening/night/weekends), it can cost more due to staffing and immediate mobilisation. We don’t promise fixed arrival times—workload and conditions vary—but if you call, we’ll give you a realistic ETA and prioritise urgent make safe jobs.

If it’s urgent tonight, go straight to: 24/7 boarding up in Tonbridge

6) Extra security options (when boarding alone isn’t enough)

Sometimes boarding is the immediate “make safe”, but you may need something more secure for an unattended or void property:

  • Temporary steel doors for forced entries where the door can’t be secured
  • Steel security screens for longer-term protection on vulnerable openings

If you’re managing an empty building, see: vacant property boarding

Typical pricing scenarios (to help you compare like-for-like)

These are not prices—just examples of what changes the quote:

  • Smashed window in a ground-floor room: often a straightforward temporary boarding with exterior-grade plywood and anti-tamper fixings.
  • Forced front door after burglary: may require door boarding or a temporary door solution depending on hinge/lock damage.
    Helpful guidance: burglary repairs and boarding
  • Shopfront glazing damaged: usually larger sheets, additional fixing points, and more time on site.
    See: shopfront boarding
  • Storm damage with loose frames: may involve weatherproofing priorities and careful fixing to compromised timber.
    Read: storm damage make safe
  • Post-fire openings: we secure the property; smoke/odour remediation is outside our scope.
    See: fire damage property security

What you receive (and why it matters for insurance)

When we board up and make safe a property, you’ll typically receive:

  • Time-stamped photos of the secured openings
  • An itemised invoice
  • A work statement describing what we did and what materials were used

We’re not loss adjusters or legal advisors, but we provide the documentation insurers commonly ask for.

More detail here: insurance claims support

How to get an accurate quote quickly

To price your job properly, we’ll ask a few practical questions:

  1. What’s been damaged? (window, door, shopfront, rooflight)
  2. How many openings and roughly what size?
  3. Is the property occupied or empty?
  4. Is access straightforward? (ground floor vs height, rear access, flats above shops)
  5. Is it urgent/out of hours?
  6. Can you safely send photos? (Only if it’s safe and you’re not inside a risky area.)

If you’re dealing with a break-in or vandalism, keep your police reference number and contact your insurer early.

If you need urgent help: Call 01732 900 178

Payment and paperwork

We keep the admin side simple and professional:

  • Clear scope of work agreed before we start (where possible)
  • Documentation provided for insurers/landlords/managing agents
  • If extra work becomes necessary due to hidden damage (e.g., crumbling frame), we’ll explain it before proceeding

For anything else you’re unsure about, you may also find our FAQs useful.

Pricing FAQs

Do you offer a fixed price for boarding up in Tonbridge?

Not online. The safest and fairest way is to quote based on the size of the opening, material choice, fixing method, access, and urgency. Call us and we’ll give you a clear quote based on your situation.

How much does boarding up cost in Tonbridge?

It varies job-to-job. A small, accessible window boarded in normal hours is usually less complex than multiple openings, a shopfront, or an out-of-hours call-out. If you tell us what’s happened, we’ll talk you through the options and costs.

Is boarding up covered by insurance?

Often it can be, especially after burglary, vandalism, storm damage, or accidental impact—but policies differ. We’ll provide photos, an itemised invoice, and a work statement to support your claim. See insurance claims support.

Can you board up a broken window tonight?

If you need emergency boarding up, call us and we’ll advise the quickest next step and a realistic ETA based on current workload. Use: emergency boarding up.

Is it cheaper if I supply the boards?

Usually not recommended. Correct material thickness, safe sizing, and proper anti-tamper fixings matter. If the board fails or is fitted incorrectly, it can cost more to put right. We bring what’s needed and fit it properly.

Do you charge more for out of hours boarding up?

Out of hours work can cost more because it involves immediate response and staffing outside standard times. We’ll be upfront about any additional cost when you call.

What if the door or frame is too damaged to board neatly?

We’ll explain your options. In some cases, a temporary steel door or a different fixing approach is safer and more secure than standard boarding. Related: door boarding.

How long does boarding up take?

It depends on how many openings there are, access, and the condition of the frames. A single “board up broken window” job is often quicker than a shopfront boarded up across multiple panels. We’ll give you a realistic expectation before starting.

Ready to get started?

Ready to get started? Call 01732 900 178 or email us for a free, no-obligation quote.