Protecting the property
After a crime, a police forced entry, a fire or an unattended death, a property may be left with broken doors or windows, or with no one living there to keep it secure. An unsecured property invites trespassers, theft, weather damage and further contamination, and many insurance policies require owners to take reasonable steps to protect property from additional damage.
What securing includes
- Boarding windows and doors with plywood fastened to resist entry
- Securing damaged doors or temporarily replacing hardware
- Covering roof or wall openings after fire damage, with tarps or boards
- Changing or securing locks, coordinated with a locksmith where needed
- Posting no-trespass notices at the owner's direction
How it works
- Confirm authority. We work for the owner, their representative, an insurer, a lender, or an agency with authority over the property.
- Assess openings and document damage with photos for insurance.
- Secure using appropriate materials and methods for the building.
- Document what was secured and how to access the property.
- Coordinate permanent repairs with your contractor, glazier or locksmith.
After biohazard events
When a property is secured after a death or crime, we can include securing in the same project as cleanup so the family or owner deals with one company.
Vacant and REO properties
Lenders, asset managers and municipalities often need vacant properties secured to specific standards. We work to your specifications where provided.
Common questions
Can you secure a property the same day?
Contact us for availability in your area. Securing is often scheduled the same or next day.
Will insurance pay for board-up?
Many policies cover reasonable emergency measures to protect property after a covered loss.
Do you make permanent repairs?
No. Board-up is temporary. Permanent repairs are made by your contractor.