Vacant Property Boarding Redhill
Vacant property boarding in Redhill helps you secure empty homes, shops and buildings quickly, reducing the risk of break‑ins, squatting, vandalism and weather damage while they stand unoccupied.
Whether you’re a landlord between lets, managing a probate property, waiting for sale or overseeing a long-term redevelopment, we provide tailored void property security across Redhill and the wider RH postcode area.
Need help now? Call 01737 301 082 for urgent vacant property boarding in Redhill.
When You Need Vacant Property Boarding
Empty buildings can attract the wrong kind of attention surprisingly quickly. Our vacant property boarding in Redhill is suitable for:
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Void residential properties
- Houses or flats between tenants
- Probate or inherited homes waiting to be sorted or sold
- Properties where the owner has moved into care or abroad
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Vacant commercial units
- Empty shops on Redhill High Street, Station Road or in local parades
- Disused offices, light industrial units and workshops
- Pubs, restaurants or cafés awaiting new tenants or refurbishment
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Properties awaiting works or sale
- Buildings pending structural repairs or redevelopment
- Homes with serious fire, flood or storm damage that can’t be occupied
- Properties that insurers require to be secured as a condition of cover
Typical scenarios where owners call us for vacant property boarding Redhill:
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Previous vandalism or attempted break-in
You’ve already had a smashed window or forced door. You want stronger, medium‑term protection like Sitex-style security screens and temporary steel doors. -
High-risk locations
Empty properties near busy footpaths, alleyways or transport hubs (for example near Redhill station, Earlswood, or Horley) that are more exposed to opportunistic entry. -
Insurer or council requirements
Your insurer, managing agent or local authority expects you to use void property security measures, such as steel screens, anti‑tamper fixings and secure access points. -
Squatter risk / anti-social behaviour
You’re concerned about squatters, rough sleeping, drug use or fly‑tipping in and around an empty building.
If you’re not sure what level of vacant property boarding you need, we can visit, assess and recommend a cost‑effective combination of boarding, screens and access control.
How We Secure Your Empty Property
We focus on robust, insurance-friendly security that’s practical for a vacant building, while still allowing legitimate access for you or your contractors.
Survey and Plan
- Initial discussion – We’ll ask about the property type, location, how long it will be empty and any previous incidents.
- Site visit – Where appropriate, we inspect all entry points, boundary access and surrounding risks.
- Security plan – We recommend a mix of temporary boarding up, Sitex-style security screens and temporary steel doors, tailored to your budget and insurer expectations.
Boarding Windows and Doors
For many void properties, especially residential houses and smaller shops, strong timber boarding is still the most cost‑effective solution.
We use:
- Exterior-grade plywood or OSB boarding (typically 11–18mm thick depending on risk and window size).
- Internal bracing or external anti-tamper fixings designed so boards can’t be easily removed from outside.
- Non-destructive methods wherever possible – fixing into frames, brick joints or existing holes rather than damaging sound structure.
This is ideal when you need:
- Window boarding in Redhill to cover multiple glazed panels, bay windows, patio doors or French doors
- Door boarding up for broken or weak doors that still need extra reinforcement
You can read more about our specific services here:
Sitex-Style & Steel Security Screens
For higher-risk or longer-term vacancies, we recommend steel security screens (often called Sitex-style or anti-vandal security screens):
- Perforated or mesh steel sheets that allow some light and airflow while preventing entry
- Fixings anchored from the inside so they can’t be removed externally
- Custom-cut to fit each opening, including large shopfronts and awkward bay windows
- Strong resistance to prying, levering and impact compared with timber alone
These anti-vandal security screens are well suited for:
- Long-term empty homes and flats
- Ground-floor commercial units in busy or exposed locations
- Properties with previous repeated vandalism or squatter attempts
Temporary Steel Doors & Controlled Access
You or your contractors will still need to get inside, so we often combine screens or boarding with temporary steel doors:
- Solid steel security doors in a purpose-made steel frame
- Multi-point locking with high-security cylinders
- Option for multiple keys or key control through a managing agent
- Fitted into the existing opening with internal fixings wherever possible
These temporary secure doors make it easy to manage:
- Viewings (estate agents and potential buyers)
- Surveys and building works
- Utility readings and maintenance visits
Non-Destructive Securing Wherever Possible
We always aim for non-destructive securing:
- Using existing openings, frames and structural features for fixings
- Avoiding unnecessary damage to brickwork, render, sills or finishes
- Making removal and reinstatement easier when the property is occupied again
The main exceptions are:
- Severe structural damage (e.g. after fire, vehicle impact, major storm damage) where we must fix into sound structure for safety.
- Dangerous or rotten frames where boarding can’t be safely anchored to existing materials.
If we do need to drill into brickwork or concrete, we’ll explain why and keep it to the minimum required to make the property safe and secure.
Why Choose Us for Void Property Security in Redhill?
Choosing the right team for vacant property boarding Redhill is about more than just putting boards over windows.
Local, RH-Focused Boarding Up Specialists
- Based in and around Redhill, regularly working across RH1–RH20
- Familiar with local hotspots and typical risks in areas such as Merstham, Earlswood, Reigate, Horley and Godstone
- Flexible scheduling to suit estate agents, landlords, housing associations and facilities managers
You can see the full list of areas we cover.
10+ Years’ Experience Securing Empty Properties
Our team has over a decade of experience securing:
- Individual houses and flats
- Small and large commercial units
- Larger sites with multiple vacant buildings or outbuildings
We regularly handle:
- Post-incident securing after fire, flood, storm or vandalism
- Medium-term void security while properties go through planning or legal processes
- Phased de-boarding as parts of a site become reoccupied
For incident-specific help, see:
Insured, Checked and Professional
- DBS-checked technicians for boarding up – reassuring where neighbours, vulnerable residents or shared access are involved
- Public liability insurance in place for your protection
- Clear RAMS (risk assessments and method statements) available for commercial or multi-occupancy sites
- Tidy working – we clear our waste boarding offcuts and sweep any glass we disturb
Insurer-Friendly Paperwork
For managed voids, insurers and auditors often require evidence of security measures. We can provide:
- Time- and date-stamped photos of boarded or screened openings
- An itemised invoice showing locations and types of security installed
- A brief work statement summarising why and how the property was secured
If you’re dealing with a claim linked to a previous incident (e.g. burglary, fire, flood), our dedicated insurance support for boarding up in Redhill page explains how we help with documentation. Please note we are not loss adjusters or legal advisors.
What Happens Next
Securing a vacant property with us is a straightforward process:
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Contact us for an assessment
Tell us about the property type, location, how long it will be empty and any recent incidents. For general service information, see our boarding up services in Redhill. -
Site visit and recommendation
We visit when convenient (or attend urgently if there is an immediate security risk), assess windows, doors and any other weak points, then recommend a mix of plywood/OSB boarding, steel security screens and temporary steel doors. -
Quote and approval
We give a clear, no-obligation quote that explains what we’ll secure, what materials we’ll use and any optional upgrades. You can also read about typical cost factors on our boarding up prices in Redhill page. -
Installation
Our DBS-checked team installs the agreed security measures, aiming for non-destructive securing. We take photos if you need evidence for insurers or stakeholders. -
Ongoing checks or adjustments (optional)
For medium- and long-term voids, we can return if needed to add or remove boarding and adjust access arrangements.
If you have multiple properties across different parts of the RH area, our local boarding up service covers everything from vacant residential properties to commercial boarding up in Redhill.
Vacant Property Boarding – FAQs
How long should I keep my property boarded or screened?
It depends on how long the building will stay empty and the risk level. For short voids (a few weeks), timber boarding may be enough. For several months or in higher-risk areas, we usually recommend Sitex-style security screens and temporary steel doors. We can review the setup with you as plans change.
Can you still provide access for estate agents and contractors?
Yes. We often combine steel screens or boarding with a temporary secure door fitted with a high-security lock. We can provide multiple keys or agree key control procedures with your managing agent or facilities team.
Will boarding up damage my property?
We prioritise non-destructive securing wherever possible, using existing frames and fixings. When we do need to fix into brick or concrete (usually for steel screens or doors), we use neat, minimal fixings and explain this in advance.
What’s the difference between timber boarding and steel security screens?
- Timber (plywood/OSB boarding) is cost‑effective and quick to install, ideal for shorter periods or lower-risk locations.
- Steel security screens are stronger, more tamper-resistant and better suited for long-term voids and higher-risk sites. They also offer controlled airflow and light through perforations.
We can mix both on the same property depending on each opening’s exposure and risk.
Can you help with insurance claims for damage before the property was vacant?
Yes, we regularly secure properties after burglary, fire, flood or storm damage and then provide paperwork for insurance. Our insurance support for boarding up in Redhill page explains what we can supply. Always keep any police or incident reference numbers – your insurer will ask for them.
Do you cover vacant properties outside Redhill town centre?
Yes. We cover the wider RH area, including places like Merstham, Earlswood, Reigate, Horley, Godstone, Oxted, Crawley and Horsham. For full details, see the areas we cover.
Need help securing an empty home, shop or site?
Need help now? Call 01737 301 082 or Email us for fast, professional vacant property boarding in Redhill and across the RH postcode area.
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