Burglary Repairs in Luton (Emergency Boarding Up & Making Safe)

A burglary is upsetting, and the practical damage can make your home or premises feel instantly unsafe. If you need burglary repairs in Luton, our job is to secure the property quickly, reduce the risk of a second break-in, and leave you with the documentation you’ll likely need for your insurer.

For urgent help, call Call 01582 377 256 — we cover Luton and the wider LU1–LU7 area. If it’s out of hours, we can still help you make safe and install temporary boarding or a temporary steel door where appropriate.

When burglary repairs are needed (and what “repairs” usually means)

After a break-in, “burglary repairs” typically means immediate security work, followed by longer-term reinstatement by a glazier, locksmith, or builder. We focus on the parts that can’t wait:

• A smashed window or shattered pane that needs you to board up broken window openings the same day (or tonight)
• A forced or split door where you need to board up door openings or secure the frame
• A damaged shopfront where you need the glazing opening protected and the premises secured
• A property that will be empty overnight (tenants decanted, business closed, or an ongoing police investigation)

If the frame is too damaged for non-destructive methods, we’ll explain the options before proceeding. Our aim is always to keep the property secure while avoiding unnecessary damage.

If you need immediate assistance, call 01582 377 256.

What to do straight after a burglary (practical steps)

If you’re reading this while it’s still fresh, take a breath and focus on safety first.

1. Call the police if the intruder may still be nearby, or if you feel unsafe returning.
2. Don’t touch anything that might be evidence (especially around entry points, handles, broken glass, or disturbed items).
3. Take photos of the damage if it’s safe to do so (wide shots and close-ups).
4. Call your insurer as early as possible and note down your reference number.
5. If there’s an open or broken window/door, call us to secure the property after burglary — especially if the property will be unattended, it’s late, or you can’t safely close up.

We’re not loss adjusters or legal advisers, but we can provide the kind of documentation insurers commonly request (see below).

How we secure a property after a burglary in Luton (our make-safe process)

Every break-in is different, but the goal is the same: secure property and stop the opening being used again.

1) Quick assessment on arrival

We’ll check:

• Which openings are compromised (windows, doors, fanlights, side panels)
• The condition of the frames and surrounding structure
• Whether there’s a risk from loose glass, exposed fixings, or weak masonry/UPVC
• Whether the property is occupied, vacant, or being left overnight

If you’ve already got a crime reference number, tell us — it helps with paperwork later.

2) Choosing the right boarding method (plywood/OSB and fixings)

We use materials based on the opening and the risk level:

• 18mm exterior-grade plywood is commonly used for larger or higher-risk openings where strength matters.
• 12mm OSB can be suitable for smaller openings and short-term needs.

We use anti-tamper fixings where appropriate, because standard screws can be removed from the outside. That matters if the property will be empty or if the break-in looks targeted.

Where possible, we use methods that avoid further damage, but if the surrounding frame is already split or unstable we may need to fix into sound structural points for safety.

3) Boarding up windows (broken or vulnerable glazing)

If you’ve had a smashed window, we can:

• Clear immediate hazards (as much as is safe and within scope)
• Board the opening to prevent entry and reduce weather exposure
• Leave the opening ready for a glazier to re-glaze

For more detail on this specific solution, see window boarding in Luton.

4) Securing forced doors (including temporary steel doors)

A kicked-in door can be hard to secure with simple boarding if:

• The frame has failed
• The lock area is blown out
• The hinges have torn away
• The door leaf is missing or unsafe

In those cases, we may recommend a temporary steel door as a more secure short-to-medium-term option, particularly for vacant properties or repeat-target locations. See door boarding in Luton for how this works.

5) Shopfronts and commercial premises

If it’s a shop or commercial unit, there’s often urgency around:

• Keeping stock secure
• Preventing further vandalism
• Meeting landlord or insurer requirements
• Making sure the frontage is safe for the public

We can arrange shopfront boarded up solutions suitable for larger glazed panels and higher footfall areas. Read more at shopfront boarding in Luton.

6) What you get after the job (useful for insurers and property managers)

We aim to leave you with clear records, which can help if you’re claiming:

• Time-stamped photos of the secured openings (on request)
• An itemised invoice
• A brief description of what was done and why (e.g., “anti-tamper fixings used due to repeat-risk / property vacant”)

If you’re dealing with a claim, our insurance claims guidance explains what to prepare.

Common burglary damage we see around LU1–LU7

Properties across Luton and the surrounding LU postcodes vary a lot — from flats and terraces to industrial units and small parades of shops. That means entry methods and damage patterns also vary. Common issues include:

• Side/rear windows forced or smashed (often out of sight)
• Door panels or glazing broken near the lock
• Repeated targeting where the first breach wasn’t made secure enough
• Damage to outbuildings, garages, and rear access doors

If the property is going to be empty after the incident — even for a night — it’s usually worth treating it as an emergency boarding up situation and securing properly.

A typical burglary call-out (what it can look like)

A typical call-out might involve a landlord in the LU1–LU4 area ringing in the evening after a tenant reports a break-in. The police may have attended, leaving the property with a broken ground-floor window and a door that no longer closes properly.

In that scenario, we would:

• Inspect the window opening and frame condition
• Fit correctly sized boarding (often 18mm ply) with fixings chosen to reduce outside removal
• Stabilise the door situation — which might mean boarding a damaged panel, or discussing a temporary steel door if the frame has failed
• Provide photos and a written summary suitable for the landlord’s insurer and letting agent

If additional building work is needed, we’ll tell you plainly — our role is to secure the property and reduce immediate risk.

Burglary boarding vs “repairs”: what we do (and what we don’t)

We’re transparent about scope.

We do:

• Emergency boarding up and make safe measures
• Temporary boarding solutions for windows, doors, and shopfronts
• Short-to-medium term security options such as temporary steel doors (where required)
• Practical documentation to support insurance claims

We don’t:

• Replace glass or install new windows/doors (that’s typically a glazier/joiner/locksmith job)
• Provide legal advice or guarantee insurer approval
• Carry out full fire/smoke remediation if there’s secondary damage (we secure the property)

If you’re unsure what you need, call and describe what’s happened — we’ll guide you to the most sensible next step.

How quickly can you attend, and what affects the ETA?

We don’t quote fixed arrival times, because traffic, ongoing call-outs, and the complexity of jobs vary — especially out of hours. We prioritise urgent calls and aim to attend as quickly as possible across the LU area.

When you call 01582 377 256, we’ll give you a realistic ETA based on where our team is and what’s happening that night.

Costs: what affects burglary repair/boarding prices?

We avoid quoting set prices online because each job is different, but common cost factors include:

• Size and number of openings to secure
• Material choice (e.g., 12mm OSB vs 18mm exterior ply)
• Height/access requirements and safe fixing points
• Whether anti-tamper fixings or additional security measures are needed
• Commercial vs residential requirements (risk assessments, access constraints)

For a clear explanation of how pricing is calculated, visit pricing.

FAQs: burglary repairs & securing property after a break-in (Luton)

Do you cover all of Luton and the LU postcodes?

Yes — we cover Luton and surrounding areas across LU1–LU7. If you’re not sure whether you fall within our coverage, call 01582 377 256 and we’ll confirm.

Can you board up a broken window tonight?

If you have a smashed window and need to board up broken window openings urgently, call us. We do out of hours call-outs where possible and prioritise urgent security risks.

What if the door is kicked in and won’t close?

If the door and/or frame is too compromised, boarding alone may not be secure enough. We’ll assess on arrival and may recommend a stronger option such as a temporary steel door. See door boarding in Luton.

Is boarding up covered by insurance after a burglary?

Often it can be, but policies vary. Keep your crime reference number, take photos if safe, and contact your insurer as early as possible. We can provide invoices and a work description; see insurance claims for guidance.

Will boarding up cause more damage to my frames?

We try to use fixing methods that minimise additional damage, but the priority is safety and security. If frames are already split or unstable, we may need to fix into sound structural points. We’ll explain what we’re doing and why before we proceed.

Can you secure a shopfront after a break-in?

Yes. If you need a shopfront boarded up, we can secure larger glazed openings and help you protect stock and restrict access. Read more at shopfront boarding in Luton.

I’m a landlord/agent — can you attend without me there?

Often, yes — provided we can legally access the property (keys, tenant access, or authorised entry). We can also supply photos and an itemised invoice for your records.

Need burglary repairs or emergency boarding up in Luton?

If you need to secure a property after a break-in, we’re here to help across LU1–LU7 with fully insured, DBS-checked technicians.

Need help now? Call 01582 377 256 for immediate assistance.
Or, if it’s not urgent, you can email us with photos and the postcode for advice.