Boarding Up in Greenham

When a window shatters or a door is forced after a break-in around Greenham Business Park, or storm winds rip slates from a roof near the Common, you need local experts who understand the area’s mix of commercial units and semi-rural homes. Boarding up in Greenham (RG19) is our patch—we know the quick access via the A339 from Newbury, the logistics of securing larger industrial openings in the business park, and the need to weatherproof properties exposed to open fields. As your Reading-based specialists covering the full RG postcode area, we’re equipped to respond promptly to secure properties here, whether it’s a warehouse on Pyle Hill or a house backing onto the nature reserve.

Properties in Greenham and What Makes Them Vulnerable

Greenham sits on the edge of Newbury, blending modern business premises with established residential spots. You’ll find low-rise offices and light industrial units in Greenham Business Park, often with extensive glazing for natural light, alongside bungalows and family homes clustered around roads like New Greenham Park and Octagon Way. These aren’t towering city blocks but practical, single- or two-storey buildings where damage from vandalism or accidental impacts—like a delivery van clipping a loading bay door—can expose stock or valuables quickly.

The area’s semi-rural feel means properties face unique risks: high winds across the open Common can lift roof tiles, while opportunistic burglaries target unattended business units during off-hours. Victorian-style cottages near the old racecourse edges mix with newer builds, all sharing RG19’s exposure to Thames Valley weather. We specialise in window boarding for the large panels common in business park offices and door boarding for the roller shutters or personnel doors on warehouses.

Nearby areas like Thatcham, Newbury, and Tadley see similar calls—often spillover from Greenham incidents where traffic on the A339 or B4009 brings us straight over. Landmarks such as the iconic Control Tower at Greenham Common or the business park’s entrance off the Newbury bypass are easy reference points for us; we’ve secured sites right by these spots after everything from smash-and-grabs to storm fallout.

Common Scenarios We Handle in Greenham

Picture this: a late-night break-in at a logistics firm on Greenham Road. Thieves prise open a side door, scattering tools across the yard. Police leave with a crime reference, but the owner needs the site locked down before morning stock checks. We arrive, assess the mangled frame, fit a temporary steel door with anti-tamper fixings, and provide time-stamped photos showing the before-and-after—insurers love that detail. The business reopens without further loss, and our invoice breaks down plywood grades and labour transparently.

Storms hit hard here too, with gusts funneling across the Common towards properties near the Control Tower. We’ve boarded up roofs and skylights after debris from nearby trees punches through, using 18mm exterior-grade plywood secured with coach bolts to hold against follow-up rain. For vacant units in the business park—common between tenancies—we install steel security screens that allow ventilation while deterring squatters.

How We Secure Properties in Greenham

Our process is straightforward, tailored to RG19’s layout:

1. You call: Share your location—near the A339 junction or by the Common—and police/insurance details if you have them.
2. We assess remotely first: Advise on immediate safety, like propping unstable doors.
3. On-site: Use cherry pickers for awkward access in business park units or scaffolding for homes near Octagon Way. We opt for non-destructive fixings where possible, explaining if a damaged frame needs replacement upfront.
4. Secure and document: Anti-tamper screws prevent outside removal; we email photos, a work statement, and itemised invoice same day.

Materials matter: 18mm plywood for windows withstands weather better than thinner OSB, especially with Greenham’s damp autumns. For shopfront-style openings in the park, we use reinforced panels. Public liability insurance covers us, and our technicians are DBS-checked—peace of mind when leaving a site unattended.

We prioritise Greenham calls alongside core Reading areas like Tilehurst or Caversham, but don’t quote fixed times—traffic from the M4 can vary. If it’s after hours, our 24-hour emergency boarding up line handles it.

Insurance and Practical Tips for Greenham Property Owners

Most policies cover boarding up as an emergency measure—keep your police reference and snap safe photos before we arrive. We’re not adjusters, but our documentation (damage notes, material specs) aligns with what insurers in the RG area expect. For business park landlords, mention RAMS if needed for larger jobs.

FAQs About Boarding Up in Greenham

How quickly can you board up a business unit in Greenham Business Park?

We aim to mobilise fast for RG19, factoring in access from Newbury station or the A339. Conditions vary, but urgent calls get priority.

What’s the difference between plywood and steel doors for Greenham properties?

Plywood suits short-term window fixes exposed to the Common’s winds; temporary steel doors offer sturdier door security for unattended warehouses.

Do you handle roof damage near Greenham Common after storms?

Yes—weatherproof boarding for skylights and holes, focusing on containment while fire or structural checks happen.

Is boarding up covered for vacant units in RG19?

Typically yes, as a security measure. We provide quotes factoring in screens for longer voids.

Helpful Links

• Emergency Boarding Up
• Window Boarding Services
• Door Boarding
• Insurance Claims Guidance
• Pricing Information
• Areas We Cover

Need secure boarding up in Greenham? Call 01182 308 876 now—we’re ready to help across RG19 and beyond. Or email us for advice.