Pricing for Boarding Up in Slough (SL Postcodes)

If you’re dealing with a broken window, a forced door, or a damaged shopfront, you’re probably trying to answer one urgent question: how much does boarding up cost in Slough? The honest answer is that prices vary because every opening, frame and access situation is different.

This page explains what affects the cost of boarding up in Slough and across the SL postcode area, what information we’ll ask for, and what you’ll receive from us afterwards—so you can make a decision quickly and confidently.

For urgent incidents, use our emergency page: emergency boarding up. To speak to us now, call 01753 379 919.

What you’re paying for (and what “boarding up” includes)

Boarding up isn’t just putting a sheet of wood over broken glass. Done properly, it’s about making the building safe, secure and weather-resistant until a permanent repair or replacement can happen.

Depending on the job, boarding up may include:

  • Making the area safe (checking for loose glass, unsafe edges, trip hazards)
  • Measuring and cutting boards to suit the opening
  • Fixing boards securely using appropriate methods and anti-tamper fixings where needed
  • Protecting frames where possible (non-destructive methods when the structure allows)
  • Temporary security upgrades such as temporary steel doors or steel security screens for higher-risk or longer-term situations
  • Providing documentation for insurers/landlords (photos and written job details)

If you’re unsure what type of service you need, our explainer is here: what is boarding up?

The main factors that affect boarding up prices in Slough

We keep pricing straightforward and itemised, but there are genuine variables that change the time and materials needed. These are the biggest ones we see around Slough, Langley, Cippenham, Britwell and the wider SL area.

1) Size and number of openings

A small ground-floor window is a different job to securing a large bay window, multiple panes, or a full commercial shopfront panel.

  • Window size and shape affects material use and cutting time
  • Multiple openings are often more efficient per opening than separate visits

Related services: window boarding in Slough and shopfront boarding

2) Material choice (plywood vs OSB, and thickness)

We typically use:

  • 18mm exterior-grade plywood for robust, secure boarding (common for vulnerable openings)
  • OSB (often 12mm) for smaller, lower-risk openings where appropriate

We’ll recommend what fits the risk and the property type. If it’s a shopfront on a busy road or a vacant property, we’ll usually steer you toward a stronger, more tamper-resistant solution.

3) Fixing method and frame condition

How we fix boards matters for both security and minimising further damage.

  • Where frames are sound, we can often use methods that reduce impact on the surrounding fabric
  • If frames are already split, rotten, blown, or heavily damaged after a break-in or impact, the job can require additional stabilisation to make the opening secure

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

Common scenarios: burglary repairs and boarding or accident/impact damage boarding

4) Access, height and working conditions

Costs can change when access is complex, for example:

  • Upper-floor windows in flats and maisonettes (common around central Slough and near transport links)
  • Rear access only (tight alleyways, locked side gates, or limited parking)
  • Awkward rooflines, skylights, or damage near gutters and eaves

If the opening is overhead or roof-level, see: roof boarding

5) Time and urgency (in-hours vs out-of-hours)

Emergency call-outs late at night, weekends or bank holidays involve different staffing and logistics. We don’t quote fixed arrival times because traffic, access and police/fire service attendance can affect when we can safely start—but we do prioritise urgent security risks.

If it can wait until the next morning, we’ll tell you—sometimes that’s the most cost-effective option.

For urgent help: 24 hour emergency boarding up in Slough

6) Property type and risk level (residential, commercial, vacant)

A lived-in home usually needs a different approach to a retail unit, office, or empty building.

  • Commercial sites may need stronger protection to prevent repeat targeting
  • Vacant properties may need medium-term solutions (screens/steel doors) rather than short-term timber boarding

Related pages: commercial boarding up and vacant property boarding

7) Temporary steel doors, screens, and follow-up work

If a door has been forced, timber boarding may secure it short-term—but a temporary steel door is often a better option if the property will be unattended or the door frame has failed.

Similarly, security screens can be cost-effective over longer periods because they’re designed to be removed and re-fitted as access is needed.

See: door boarding

Typical pricing scenarios (examples, not fixed prices)

We don’t publish set prices because it would be misleading—there’s too much variation in openings, access, and security requirements. But to help you understand how quotes are built, here are common local scenarios we price every week:

  • Single broken ground-floor window in a house: measure, cut, fit board with secure fixings
  • Forced entry to a front door: temporary boarding or a temporary steel door depending on damage and occupancy
  • Smashed shopfront glazing: larger panels, higher footfall area, often requires stronger materials and anti-tamper fixings
  • Fire-damaged or flood-affected openings: securing without trapping moisture where possible, and making the site safe for follow-on trades

Situation guides: fire damage securing and flood damage securing

If you tell us what’s happened and share a couple of clear photos, we can usually explain the likely options quickly.

How we quote (and what we need from you)

To give a sensible quote, we’ll usually ask:

  1. The property address (and if it’s SL1–SL3 Slough, or another SL postcode district)
  2. What’s been damaged (window/door/shopfront/rooflight)
  3. Approximate size and how many openings
  4. Whether the property is occupied or vacant
  5. Any access issues (upper floor, rear access only, gated car park, etc.)
  6. Photos if possible (from a safe distance)

If police, fire service, or your managing agent is involved, let us know—coordination can affect how quickly the site can be made safe.

For enquiries: Call 01753 379 919 or [email protected].

What you’ll receive (useful for insurers and landlords)

After boarding up, we can provide:

  • Time-stamped photos of the secured openings
  • A clear description of materials used (e.g., plywood thickness) and fixing method
  • An itemised invoice and work statement suitable for most insurer/agent requirements

We’re not loss adjusters and can’t approve claims, but we know what insurers typically ask for. More guidance here: insurance claims for boarding up

Keeping costs sensible without cutting corners

There are a few practical ways to keep the job efficient:

  • If safe, take photos before we arrive so we can advise the best approach
  • Tell us if a glazier is already booked—short-term boarding may be enough
  • For vacant sites, consider screens/steel doors if you expect repeated access over weeks
  • If you need multiple openings secured, doing them in one visit is usually more efficient

If you’re not sure what you need, our FAQs can help: boarding up FAQs

FAQs about boarding up pricing in Slough

How much does boarding up cost in Slough?

It depends on the opening size, material choice, fixing method, access, and whether it’s an emergency/out-of-hours job. Call 01753 379 919 and we’ll ask a few quick questions and explain the options.

Is boarding up covered by insurance?

Often, boarding up after incidents like burglary, vandalism, storm damage or impact is included as part of “make safe” or emergency works—but policies vary. Keep your crime reference number (if applicable) and take photos if safe. See: insurance claims for boarding up

Do you charge more for shops and commercial buildings?

Commercial work can cost more because shopfront openings are larger and higher risk, and may need stronger materials or anti-tamper fixings. See: shopfront boarding and commercial boarding up

Can you quote from photos?

Often, yes—photos plus basic measurements can help us estimate. We may still need to confirm on site if frames are damaged or access is complicated.

How long does boarding up take?

A single opening can often be secured quickly once on site, but total time depends on the number of openings, cutting time, and access (especially upper floors or shopfronts). We’ll give you a realistic expectation when you call.

Ready for a quote?

If you need clear, practical pricing for boarding up services in Slough and the SL postcode area, we’ll talk you through the options and provide an itemised quote.

Ready to get started? Call 01753 379 919 or email us for a free, no-obligation quote.