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Emergency Board-UpOn-Site Within 2 Hours

Broken glass leaves your property vulnerable. We arrive on-site within 2 hours anywhere in the DMV to secure every opening with professional-grade materials -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

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When You Need Us

When Emergency Board-Up Is Needed

Any broken glass opening that creates a security, safety, or weather exposure risk requires immediate board-up.

Break-In or Burglary

Shattered windows and doors after a forced entry leave your property completely exposed. We secure every opening within 60 minutes,

Storm Damage

High winds, hail, falling trees, and flying debris can shatter multiple windows simultaneously.

Commercial Property Damage

A shattered storefront is a security liability and a revenue loss. We prioritize commercial board-ups and can secure large storefront openings, entry doors,

Accidental Breakage

Whether a ball went through a window, a piece of furniture hit the glass during a move, or any other accident occurred,

Vandalism

Vandalized windows and doors need immediate securing to prevent further damage and unauthorized entry.

Vacant Property Security

Vacant homes, commercial properties, and construction sites with broken glass are targets for further damage.

Our Process

How Our Board-Up Service Works

1

You Call, We Dispatch

Call (703) 679-7741 any time of day or night. A live person answers and dispatches the nearest available technician immediately.

2

On-Site Within 60 Minutes

Our technician arrives with all necessary materials — plywood, polycarbonate sheeting, fasteners, and tools. No second trips, no waiting for materials.

3

Measure, Cut, and Secure

We measure each opening, cut material to exact fit, and securely fasten the board-up using appropriate fasteners for the frame type (wood, aluminum, vinyl, steel). We ensure each board-up is weathertight and tamper-resistant.

4

Document and Schedule Repair

We photograph all damage and the completed board-up for your records. We provide a detailed invoice and schedule your permanent glass replacement, typically within 24 to 72 hours.

Materials

Board-Up Materials We Use

Exterior-Grade Plywood

Our standard board-up material. Strong, readily available, and cost-effective. We use minimum 1/2-inch exterior-grade plywood for residential applications.

Best For
Residential windows, most emergency situations
High strength and impact resistance
Cost-effective for most applications
Can be painted to blend with exterior
Weather-resistant when properly sealed

Polycarbonate (Clear Lexan)

Clear, impact-resistant sheeting that allows natural light through the opening while maintaining security.

Best For
Storefronts, offices, rooms with limited windows
Allows natural light transmission
Transparent for commercial visibility
Impact-resistant and virtually unbreakable
Professional appearance for businesses
Commercial

Commercial Board-Up Services

Commercial properties require immediate response when glass is broken. A vulnerable storefront or office building is a liability, a security risk, and a potential revenue loss. We treat commercial emergencies with the same urgency as residential ones and have the capacity to secure large-format openings.

We coordinate with property managers, building owners, and law enforcement across the DMV, and provide claim-ready documentation for your insurance company. Our team understands the unique requirements of commercial board-up, including maintaining as much natural light and visibility as possible through polycarbonate panels.

Commercial Services Include

Storefront window and door board-up
Large-format commercial glass openings
Multi-story building window securing
Shopping center and retail board-up
Restaurant and hospitality glass
Office building emergency response
Property management priority accounts
Construction site glass damage
Insurance

Insurance & Police Report Documentation

Damage Photography

We photograph all glass damage before and after board-up with timestamped images. These photos serve as evidence for your insurance claim and police report.

Detailed Written Assessment

We provide a written assessment of the damage including type of glass broken, opening dimensions, cause of damage, and recommended permanent repair or replacement.

Itemized Invoices

Our invoices meet the documentation standards required by insurance adjusters — itemized by material, labor, and any after-hours premiums.

Police Report Coordination

For break-ins and vandalism, we coordinate with law enforcement on-site. We do not disturb potential evidence areas until police have completed their investigation.

Safety First

What to Do While You Wait

Follow these steps to stay safe until our technician arrives to board up the opening.

01

Stay Away from the Opening

Keep everyone -- people, children, and pets -- away from the broken glass and the exposed opening. Glass shards may still be falling or loosely attached to the frame. Wear hard-soled shoes if you need to be near the area.

02

Cover the Opening Temporarily

If safe to do so, hang a heavy blanket, tarp, or large piece of cardboard over the opening to block wind and rain. Use tape on the wall or frame edges -- not on paint or wood surfaces that could be damaged.

03

Secure the Area

If the break was caused by a break-in or vandalism, do not touch anything near the entry point. Call 911 first, then call us. Preserve the scene for law enforcement and do not attempt to clean up until police have documented the damage.

04

Document Everything

Take photos and video of all damage from multiple angles before any cleanup begins. This documentation is critical for insurance claims and police reports. Note the time and date of the damage if known.

Important Safety Warning

Never attempt to remove large or jagged glass shards without professional equipment. Broken glass can cause severe lacerations. Keep children and pets completely away from the area until our technician arrives and the opening is fully secured.

Service Area

Emergency Board-Up Across the DMV

We provide on-site emergency board-up within 2 hours throughout Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

ArlingtonAlexandriaFairfaxFalls ChurchMcLeanTysonsViennaRestonHerndonSterlingLeesburgManassasWoodbridgeBethesdaChevy ChaseSilver SpringRockvilleGaithersburgCollege ParkBowieLaurelWashington DC
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