Temporary Fencing in Redhill
Temporary fencing in Redhill is often needed at short notice to secure damaged, unsafe or vulnerable areas – for example after a break‑in, fire, storm damage, or an accident involving a vehicle. Our Redhill team supplies and installs robust, insurance‑friendly temporary fencing so you can board up and secure your property quickly and safely.
Need fencing urgently?
Call 01737 301 082 any time, day or night.
When You Need Temporary Fencing
You may need temporary fencing when:
- A wall, gate or fence has been knocked down in an accident.
- Fire or flood damage has left part of your property exposed.
- You need to secure an empty property or garden boundary quickly.
- There’s a risk to the public – loose brickwork, broken glass, unstable structures.
- You’re waiting for follow‑on repairs or insurance decisions.
- You need to keep people away from a damaged roof, smashed shopfront, or unsafe access route.
Typical emergency situations we attend across Redhill, Merstham, Earlswood, Reigate and the wider RH area include:
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Post‑burglary or vandalism
Thieves or vandals may damage fences and gates to get in. We can pair temporary fencing with post-burglary boarding up or vandalism repair and boarding to fully secure your boundary and building. -
Storm and weather damage
High winds and falling trees can flatten fences or damage outbuildings. Alongside our storm damage boarding, we use temporary fencing to cordon off unsafe areas and protect the public. -
Fire or flood damage
After the fire brigade or emergency services leave, the site may be open and hazardous. Temporary fencing helps you secure an empty property while we also provide fire damage boarding and securing or flood damage make‑safe work. -
Accidental damage / impacts
Vehicle impacts into walls, shopfronts or boundary fences are common. We can combine temporary fencing with shopfront boarding in Redhill or accidental breakage boarding to manage both safety and security.
If you’re unsure whether you need temporary fencing, boarding, or both, we’ll talk it through on the phone and advise the safest, most cost‑effective option for your situation.
How We Secure Your Property with Temporary Fencing
Our aim is to provide fast, safe, non‑destructive securing wherever possible, while meeting insurer expectations and keeping disruption to a minimum.
1. Fast Assessment (On Site or Over the Phone)
- You call us on 01737 301 082 and explain what’s happened.
- We ask a few key questions: type of property, extent of damage, any access issues, and risks to the public.
- On arrival, our DBS‑checked technician carries out a quick but thorough risk assessment to decide where fencing is needed and how it should be anchored.
Where appropriate, temporary fencing is provided alongside services like window boarding in Redhill or door boarding up.
2. Choosing the Right Temporary Fencing System
We carry a range of fencing options so we can adapt to different properties and risk levels:
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Heras‑style mesh panels
- Ideal for larger perimeters, driveways, car parks, and commercial sites.
- Panels are linked with secure couplers and set into weighted feet to withstand normal weather conditions.
- Good visibility for CCTV while still deterring intruders.
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Rapid barrier fencing
- Lighter options for quick cordons around trip hazards, glass debris or small unsafe areas.
- Typically used as an inner barrier with stronger mesh fencing on the outside when security is critical.
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Timber hoarding / solid barrier sections
- Used in combination with our plywood boarding on doors and windows.
- Offers better privacy where you don’t want passers‑by seeing damage inside.
If you’re securing a vacant or void property, we may recommend combining temporary fencing with longer‑term measures such as vacant property boarding and security.
3. Fixings, Stability and Non‑Destructive Methods
We secure all temporary fencing to be stable, tamper‑resistant and as non‑destructive as possible:
- Panels are weighted using specialist rubber feet or ballast, avoiding unnecessary drilling into hard standings.
- Where we must fix to existing structures, we use suitable anchors and, where appropriate, anti‑tamper fixings designed not to be easily removed from outside.
- On soft ground, we may drive in stakes or anchors; we’ll always explain what we’re doing and why.
- Fencing lines are set to avoid obvious climbing points like low walls and bins wherever possible.
In rare cases of severe structural damage, we’ll prioritise safety over non‑destructive methods and may need to drill or bolt into sound areas to secure fencing or hoarding safely. We’ll explain this clearly before we proceed.
4. Integrating Fencing with Boarding and Access
Temporary fencing is often part of a wider make‑safe solution:
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Boarding and fencing together
- Damaged doors and windows are secured using OSB or plywood (typically 11–18mm thick), with anti‑tamper fixings.
- Fencing then protects the perimeter or hazards around the building.
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Access points and gates
- We can create a lockable access panel or temporary “gate” section so you, your contractors and your insurer’s surveyor can enter safely.
- Where needed, we can coordinate with temporary steel doors or security screens installed by our team or your contractors.
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Signage and safety
- We can place simple warning signs (e.g. “Danger – Keep Out”) to make the risk clear to the public and to demonstrate reasonable precautions for insurance purposes.
5. Insurer‑Friendly Documentation
For most claims, your insurer will want proof that you moved quickly to secure and make safe the property. As standard, we can provide:
- Time‑stamped before‑and‑after photos of fenced and boarded areas.
- An itemised invoice stating fencing length, type and fixings.
- A brief work statement summarising what we secured and why.
For broader guidance around claims, see our dedicated page on insurance support for boarding up in Redhill.
Why Choose Us for Temporary Fencing in Redhill?
Choosing the right team for emergency securing in Redhill makes a big difference, especially when insurers and safety are involved.
Local, Mobile and Available 24/7
- Based in Redhill, covering RH postcodes including Merstham, Earlswood, Reigate, Nutfield, Horley, Gatwick and surrounding villages.
- 24/7 emergency response – we don’t quote exact arrival times, but we always aim to be with you as efficiently as traffic and workload allow.
- Experienced with residential, commercial and vacant property boarding and fencing across the RH area.
You can see how we support different property types on our residential boarding up, commercial boarding up and vacant property security pages.
10+ Years’ Experience Securing Properties
- Over a decade working in emergency boarding up, fencing, and site securing.
- Used by homeowners, landlords, shop owners, facility managers and agents across Redhill and the RH region.
- Familiar with “what insurers expect” in terms of temporary boarding up and fencing.
Fully Insured and DBS‑Checked
- Public liability insurance in place for your peace of mind.
- All technicians are DBS‑checked, uniformed and carry ID.
- Clear explanations before work starts; no hidden extras.
Non‑Destructive Securing Wherever Possible
- Our default approach is to avoid damage to your property when installing temporary fencing or boarding.
- Drilling or bolting into structure is only used where necessary for safety or structural reasons, and we keep this to a minimum.
- Tidy working: we clear up off‑cuts, packaging and debris we create, and we’ll help you identify any remaining hazards from the original incident.
Clear Pricing and Honest Advice
While we don’t publish fixed rates for temporary fencing, we always:
- Explain cost factors up front (length of fencing, access, risk level, out‑of‑hours work).
- Offer options where possible, such as lighter cordon fencing vs full mesh panels.
- Provide clear, itemised invoices to help with any claim.
To understand how we structure our quotes, you can read about boarding up prices in Redhill, which follow similar principles to our fencing work.
What Happens Next
If you think you need temporary fencing or are unsure whether boarding, fencing, or both are required, the steps are straightforward:
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Call Us or Get in Touch
- For urgent help, Call 01737 301 082 right away.
- For non‑urgent or planned securing (e.g. void property handovers), you can also contact our Redhill team online.
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Discuss the Situation
- We’ll ask for a brief description of the damage, location and any immediate risks.
- Where relevant, we’ll talk you through options such as window boarding, door boarding up or shopfront boarding in addition to fencing.
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On‑Site Securing
- Our technician attends, carries out a quick assessment and agrees with you what needs securing.
- We install the appropriate fencing, boarding or temporary doors, and take photos for your records.
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Paperwork for Insurers or Landlords
- You receive an itemised invoice and simple work statement.
- If the incident involved crime, keep your police reference number safe – insurers often require this alongside our documentation.
For a broader view of how we can help in different situations, you might also find our boarding up services in Redhill overview and situations we cover pages useful.
FAQs – Temporary Fencing in Redhill
How quickly can you install temporary fencing?
We provide 24/7 emergency securing in Redhill and across the RH area. While we don’t promise exact times, we prioritise urgent safety risks and aim to get temporary fencing in place as efficiently as conditions allow.
Is temporary fencing suitable for residential properties?
Yes. We regularly use temporary fencing to secure homes, gardens and driveways after burglaries, storms or accidents. We’ll always choose a fencing option that balances security, privacy and practicality for your property.
Will temporary fencing damage my driveway or garden?
Wherever possible, we use weighted feet and non‑destructive fixings that don’t require drilling into surfaces. If we do need to fix into solid structure for safety, we’ll explain this first and keep holes to a minimum.
Can you combine fencing with boarding up doors and windows?
Very often, yes. Many call‑outs involve both boundary issues and building damage. We provide emergency window boarding, door boarding up, shopfront boarding and temporary fencing so the entire site is secured.
Will my insurance cover temporary fencing?
Policies vary, but many insurers will consider temporary fencing and boarding part of reasonable “make‑safe” measures after an insured event. We provide insurance‑ready paperwork, and you can learn more on our insurance support for boarding up in Redhill page. Always check your own policy or speak with your insurer for specific advice.
Need help now? Call 01737 301 082 or Email us for emergency temporary fencing and securing in Redhill and the RH postcode area.
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