Boarding Up Windows in Newcastle

First, the loose and hanging glass is taken out so nothing can fall on anyone. Broken pieces are cleared from the frame and from the surrounding area. A sheet of board is then cut to the opening and fixed securely, either inside the frame or across it, depending on the window and how much of the glazing has gone.

The aim is an opening that cannot easily be pushed through and that keeps the rain out. Where only one pane of a double glazed unit is cracked and the window is still secure, boarding may not be needed at all, and we tell you so.

Double glazed units are made to measure, so a replacement cannot be carried on the van for every window. Boarding bridges the gap between the damage and the new unit arriving. Simple single panes can sometimes be glazed on the first visit, but most modern windows and doors need a sealed unit ordered to size, toughened or laminated where safety rules require it.

Emergency boarding up is about making a home safe today. The permanent repair follows on a return visit, and our sealed unit replacement page explains how that new unit is fitted in the existing frame.

If the damage follows a break-in, report it to the police and keep your crime reference. Avoid touching the frame more than you need to. When it is safe, take photographs of the damage for your insurer. Our guide to boarding up after a break-in covers what to do while you wait. A forced door or damaged lock can be dealt with on the same call out as the window.

Wind-blown debris, a falling branch or a stray football all break glass. With storm damage we also look at whether the frame, hinges or beads have been strained, because a window that has been hit hard may not close properly once it is reglazed.

Call us and tell us where the broken glass is, roughly how big the opening is and whether the property can be locked. For anything that is not urgent, you can request a quote with photos and we will arrange the permanent glass.