Boarding Up Thatcham – Emergency Services in RG18 and RG19

When a window smashes or a door gives way in Thatcham, you need local experts who understand the area’s mix of family homes, retail parks, and industrial units. Boarding up Thatcham is our speciality across RG18 and RG19, from the bustling High Street to quieter spots around Thatcham railway station. We’ve secured properties here after everything from overnight break-ins to storm damage, prioritising quick response without the drama.

Thatcham sits between Reading and Newbury, with its practical blend of 1970s estates, semi-detached houses along Henwick Lane, and commercial hubs like the Key Centre shopping area. Whether it’s a Victorian-era property near the Reedbeds nature reserve or a modern unit off the A4, we know the access challenges—narrow drives, busy junctions at the station, and weather exposure from the open fields. Nearby areas like Calcot, Greenham, Tadley, and Newbury often see similar calls, but we’re geared for Thatcham’s unique layout, including the tight turns around Colthrop industrial estate.

Why Thatcham Properties Need Reliable Boarding Up

This town’s property mix means vulnerabilities vary. Residential semis in RG18 face typical burglary risks—back doors forced or side windows smashed—while RG19’s edge-of-town retail and workshops deal with shopfront impacts from passing traffic on the London Road. Storms hitting the exposed reedbeds area can lift slates or crack skylights, and vacant units between tenancies need longer-term fixes.

We don’t promise the world, but we deliver what’s needed: weatherproof security using 18mm exterior-grade plywood for windows and doors, or 12mm OSB for smaller openings where weight matters. Anti-tamper fixings go through the frame into brickwork, preventing easy removal from outside—crucial if you’re leaving the site unattended overnight.

Take a recent case near Thatcham station: a family home on Station Road had its rear patio door kicked in during a burglary. The frame was splintered, but we assessed on arrival, fitted a temporary steel door for better medium-term security, and provided time-stamped photos plus an itemised work statement. The homeowner had their police reference ready; we documented everything for a straightforward insurance claim.

Our Boarding Up Process in Thatcham

1. Call us: Share your location—High Street, Burdwood Road, or out towards the Reedbeds—and police/insurance details if you have them.
2. We prioritise: Urgent RG18 and RG19 calls go top of the list; conditions like traffic on the A340 affect travel, but we’re local.
3. On-site assessment: Check frame integrity, measure precisely (e.g., bay windows common in older Thatcham homes), and explain options. If non-destructive fixing isn’t viable due to rot or severe damage, we’ll flag it upfront.
4. Secure and document: Boards cut to fit, fixed securely. You get photos before/after, invoice, and a statement noting materials and methods—insurers in the RG area typically accept this without quibble.
5. Follow-up: Advice on next steps, like glaziers for permanent glass.

We’re DBS-checked, fully insured, and carry public liability cover. No smoke remediation or structural work—that’s for specialists—but we make the site safe from further intrusion or elements.

Materials and Methods Tailored to Thatcham

• Windows: 18mm plywood for ground-floor openings exposed to High Street passers-by; lighter OSB for upstairs veluxes in bungalow-heavy RG19.
• Doors: Boarding for immediate fix, or temporary steel doors (galvanised, lockable) for properties unattended post-burglary.
• Shopfronts: Larger panels for Key Centre units, with overlap seals against Berkshire rain.
• Roofs: Access via ladders for pitched roofs common in Thatcham semis; tarpaulin underlay first to prevent water ingress.

We explain the why: plywood’s durability suits the area’s damp winters, while steel options deter repeat vandals targeting retail parks.

Coverage and What Happens Next in RG18 & RG19

We cover all of Thatcham, from the station end to the fringes near Bucklebury, linking seamlessly to areas we cover like Calcot and Tadley. Take photos if safe before we arrive, note your police crime reference, and alert your insurer early—we’re not adjusters, but our docs help claims move fast.

Window boarding and door boarding are the most called-for here, especially after storms or break-ins. For commercial sites, check our shopfront boarding options.

Thatcham Boarding Up FAQs

How soon can you board up after a break-in near Thatcham railway station?
We prioritise urgent calls in RG18 and RG19—we’re nearby, so response depends on volume, but aim to secure fast without fixed times.

Is boarding up covered by home insurance in Thatcham?
Usually yes, as temporary security post-damage. Keep receipts and our statement; most RG-area policies include it.

What if my High Street shop window is smashed overnight?
Call immediately for emergency boarding up. We’ll handle large panels and provide trader docs for your claim.

Do you secure vacant properties in RG19?
Yes, with steel security screens or temporary doors—ideal for between-tenancy lets common around here.

Helpful Links

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• Insurance claims guidance
• Pricing information
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• Areas we cover

Need boarding up in Thatcham now? Call 01182 308 876 for immediate help across RG18 and RG19, or email us for non-urgent quotes. We’re here when it matters.