Reviews – Boarding Up Milton Keynes

When you need boarding up in Milton Keynes, it’s usually because something’s already gone wrong—a smashed window, a forced door, storm damage, or a shopfront that can’t be left exposed overnight. In those moments, you don’t just want a “service”; you want people who turn up, make safe, and leave your property properly secured with clear paperwork for insurance.

We’ve been trading for 10+ years across the MK postcodes (MK1–MK77), we’re fully insured, and our technicians are DBS-checked. This page shares the kind of feedback we most often receive from customers after we’ve completed temporary boarding or installed a temporary steel door.

If you need urgent help, go straight to our emergency boarding up page or call us now: Call 01908 024 702.

What people usually want to know before they book

Most customers contacting us in Milton Keynes are deciding based on a few practical questions:

  • Will you actually secure the property, not just cover it up?
  • Can you board up a broken window or board up a door without causing extra damage?
  • Will the boarding hold up if the building is unattended (anti-tamper fixings, correct thickness, proper positioning)?
  • Can you provide the kind of evidence insurers ask for (photos, written statement, itemised invoice)?
  • Are you safe to have on site (DBS-checked, insured, professional conduct)?

The reviews below reflect those real concerns—especially for out of hours call-outs, vacant properties, and commercial premises.

Customer reviews

“Smashed window at night—secured properly and quickly.”

“Our front window was smashed and we didn’t feel comfortable staying with it open. We called in the evening and got a realistic ETA over the phone. The technician measured up, explained the options, and had it boarded with solid plywood and proper fixings. We also received photos and an invoice that our insurer accepted without any back-and-forth.”

— Homeowner, MK area

“Shopfront boarded up after vandalism – tidy, professional, and documented.”

“We needed our shopfront boarded up after an incident and the priority was keeping the premises secure until glazing could be replaced. They arrived out of hours, made safe, and put up boarding that couldn’t be removed from the outside. They left everything tidy and sent time-stamped photos afterwards.”

— Retail tenant, Milton Keynes

“Door damage after a break-in – talked us through what was possible.”

“Our back door frame was damaged and we weren’t sure if boarding would even hold. The technician explained that non-destructive fixing might not be possible because of the condition of the frame, and gave us choices before doing anything. We went with a more secure option and felt looked after from start to finish.”

— Landlord, MK postcode

“Vacant property secured for a handover – no drama.”

“We manage a void property between tenancies and needed it secured while other works were scheduled. Good communication, sensible advice about longer-term security, and clear paperwork for our records. The team were polite and didn’t make a mess of the walls or frames.”

— Property manager, Milton Keynes

“Storm damage made safe without overpromising.”

“High winds loosened a panel and broke a window. They didn’t promise an unrealistic arrival time, but they did prioritise the job and gave updates. The boarding was solid and stopped further weather getting in while we arranged repairs.”

— Resident, MK area

“Commercial call-out – understood site rules and access.”

“We needed a damaged entrance secured at a commercial unit. They were used to sign-in procedures and access constraints. Work was completed safely and we got a clear work summary for our facilities file.”

— Facilities coordinator, MK area

Why our reviews tend to mention the same things

Boarding up isn’t just “putting a sheet over a hole”. Done badly, it can be easy to remove, damage frames further, or leave gaps that let in rain and draughts. Done properly, it buys you time—securely—until glazing, joinery, or full repairs are arranged.

Here are the points customers most often comment on:

  • Proper materials: commonly 18mm exterior-grade plywood for larger openings; 12mm OSB for smaller, lower-risk apertures where appropriate.
  • Anti-tamper fixings: helps prevent removal from outside—important if the property will be unattended.
  • Measured and fitted: we measure to suit the opening and choose fixing methods based on the frame condition and surrounding structure.
  • Clear documentation: time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice, and a short statement of work to support insurance claims.
  • Straight answers: if the frame is too damaged for non-destructive methods, we’ll explain your options before proceeding.

If you’re comparing methods, you may find these pages useful: what boarding up involves and pricing factors.

A note on insurance and evidence (what customers often appreciate)

Many customers contact us right after a burglary, vandalism, or accidental impact—and they’re understandably worried about insurer requirements.

We’re not loss adjusters and we can’t advise on policy wording, but we can provide documentation insurers typically ask for, including:

  • photos (often time-stamped)
  • an invoice with a clear description of works
  • a brief work statement (what was secured and how)

If you’re dealing with a claim, see our guidance on insurance claims.

Review authenticity and how feedback is handled

We aim to be transparent about what we can and can’t promise:

  • We don’t guarantee fixed arrival times, because traffic, access, and job complexity vary.
  • We do prioritise urgent calls and give a realistic ETA on the phone.
  • If we find hidden issues on arrival (e.g., the frame is compromised, or a larger area is unsafe), we’ll talk you through options before continuing.

If something wasn’t right, we want to know. The goal is always to secure the property properly and leave you with clear evidence of what was done.

Want to leave a review or share feedback?

If we’ve helped you—whether it was an emergency boarding up call-out, a planned security job for a vacant property, or you needed a board up solution after damage—we appreciate feedback. It helps other people in Milton Keynes make a decision when they’re under pressure.

To share comments or request a copy of your invoice/photos again, contact us:

Customers often come to us after a specific incident, and the right solution depends on what’s been damaged and how long the building will be unattended. These service pages explain the most common options:

If you’re dealing with an incident right now, start here: 24/7 emergency boarding up in Milton Keynes.

FAQ: Reviews, proof of work, and what to expect

Do you have reviews from Milton Keynes and MK postcodes specifically?

Yes. We work across the MK area (MK1–MK77) and most feedback we receive is from local homeowners, landlords, retailers, and facilities teams who needed to secure property quickly after damage.

Can you send photos after the job for my insurer?

Usually, yes. We commonly provide time-stamped photos and a written description of what was done. If you’re claiming, our insurance claims page explains what to keep (crime reference number, photos, receipts).

Are your technicians DBS-checked and insured?

Yes—our technicians are DBS-checked and we’re fully insured. If a site requires specific sign-in or access procedures (commercial units, managed blocks), tell us when you call.

What if the frame is too damaged for standard boarding?

We’ll assess it on arrival. Where non-destructive methods won’t hold (for example, split timber or compromised uPVC), we’ll explain the safest and most secure option before proceeding—this may include alternative fixing methods or a more robust temporary security solution.

Do you offer out of hours boarding up?

Yes. If you need help tonight, on a weekend, or during a bank holiday, use our emergency boarding up page and call 01908 024 702. We prioritise urgent calls and will give you a realistic ETA.

Can you help after burglary or vandalism?

Yes—those are two of the most common reasons people leave reviews. If you want incident-specific guidance, see after a burglary or after vandalism.

Will boarding damage my window frames or brickwork?

Our aim is always to secure the opening with minimal additional damage, using the right fixing method for the material and condition. If we believe fixing will cause unavoidable damage (because the surrounding structure is already compromised), we’ll explain why and agree the approach with you before work starts.

Need help now? Call 01908 024 702 for immediate assistance.