24-hour emergency board-up service in NYC
Immediate window and door protection after break-ins, vandalism, or damage - secure your property within 2-4 hours, minimize theft exposure, and help prevent weather damage.
24/7 Rapid Response immediate dispatch to secure your NYC storefront after break-ins, accidents, or severe storms
Heavy-Duty Security weather-tight, tamper-resistant plywood enclosures engineered to deter vandalism and theft
Seamless Replacement we board it up today and immediately begin fabricating your custom replacement glass for tomorrow
$11M Umbrella Coverage Full DOB compliance and liability coverage while your property is exposed
The mechanics of
exposure vulnerability
An unsecured opening invites secondary crime, weather infiltration, and liability exposure that compounds every hour your property remains unsecured.
UNDERSTANDING “SECONDARY CRIME RISK”
NYC police data shows that 60-75% of smash-and-grab burglaries are followed by secondary theft within 24-48 hours when properties remain unsecured.
Vandals and thieves patrol neighborhoods looking for boarded windows – but inadequate boarding, such as single-layer plywood without proper anchoring, can be removed in under 60 seconds with a crowbar.
THE HIDDEN COSTS OF WAITING:
Vandalism Risk:
Criminal networks share information about vulnerable properties – an unprotected broken window signals easy access to merchandise, equipment, and fixtures. Each hour of delay increases the risk of theft.
Weather Damage Multiplication:
Winter temperatures below 32°F can cause pipes to freeze within 6–12 hours of heat loss through broken windows. Wind-driven rain can penetrate 15–20 feet into buildings through unprotected openings, damaging inventory, electronics, and documents.
Liability & Insurance Complications:
Delayed emergency board-up can create premises liability if trespassers are injured entering through unsecured openings—courts have awarded $50,000-$200,000 in negligence cases. Insurance companies may deny coverage for secondary losses when investigators determine there was an unreasonable delay in securing the property.
THE BIG APPLE emergency response protocol
We install secure temporary closures with proper anchoring, weather sealing, and deterrent features designed to protect your property until permanent glass replacement is completed.
Call now: 24/7 emergency response
Immediate dispatch & 2-4 hour arrival
Our 24-hour emergency board-up service operates with GPS-tracked crews stationed across NYC’s five boroughs—when you call, we dispatch the nearest team with materials already loaded. For commercial board-up service in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, the average arrival time is 90–120 minutes from the initial call. For emergency glass board-up in Staten Island and outer areas, response time is 2–4 hours maximum. We coordinate with the NYPD for police report documentation and provide immediate notification to insurance companies once the property is secured.
Professional boarding & security anchoring
For window board-up service, we install 3/4" exterior-grade plywood with carriage-bolt anchoring through existing frames—not surface screws that can pull out under force. For storefront board-up, we use reinforced panels with concealed fasteners that prevent crowbar access. For emergency door board-up, we install steel-backed barriers with through-bolted connections rated to resist 500+ lbs of forced-entry load.
Insurance coordination & documentation
Our crews photograph all damage before boarding, document materials used, and provide itemized invoices formatted for insurance submission. For fire board-up services, we coordinate with fire marshals for scene access approval. For broken glass door board-up emergencies after break-ins, we work with the NYPD to preserve evidence while securing the property. You receive a complete documentation package within 24 hours, including damage photos, material specifications, and timeline records required by insurance adjusters.Big Apple Window Company at work
More than 2 decades of experience in property maintenance.
Secure properties immediately
See the response. A storefront was broken during a 2 AM smash-and-grab—we secured the property within 90 minutes, prevented secondary theft, and coordinated permanent glass replacement within 48 hours.
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Emergency response specifications
We believe in clear specs and straight answers. Compare our emergency board-up service with any board-up company in NYC. We don’t cut corners on materials, response time, or liability coverage.
Materials & security standards
3/4″ exterior-grade plywood rated for structural applications. Carriage-bolt anchoring through framing. Steel-backed panels for high-risk storefronts. Weatherproof membrane per ASTM D4869.
Response time commitment
24-hour emergency board-up availability 365 days/year. 2-4 hour maximum response citywide. GPS-tracked dispatch for arrival verification. After-hours pricing same as daytime rates.
Insurance documentation
Complete damage photography before boarding. Itemized materials documentation. Police report coordination. Adjuster-ready claim packages delivered within 24 hours of service completion.
Risk management
$11 million umbrella coverage. Your property is backed by strong liability coverage with full NY Labor Law protection. We provide COI documentation for all emergency services.
EXPERIENCE THE NEW STANDARD
Don't wait for secondary damage. Call our 24-hour emergency board up service immediately.
While we’re on-site
Our emergency crews are trained to identify additional security vulnerabilities during board-up service.
Useful information
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How much does emergency board up service cost in NYC?
Emergency board up costs vary by opening size and urgency. Single window boarding runs $150-$300. Storefront board up services cost $400-$800 depending on glass area. Fire board up services for multiple openings range from $800-$2,000+. 24-hour emergency response carries no premium pricing – our rates are consistent day or night. We provide upfront pricing before starting work.
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What is emergency board up service?
Emergency board up service secures broken windows, glass doors, and storefronts after damage from break-ins, vandalism, accidents, or fire.
Professional crews install reinforced plywood panels with weather sealing and security anchoring to prevent theft, weather damage, and liability until permanent glass replacement.
This protects property, maintains insurance coverage validity, and prevents secondary losses.
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Should you board up windows yourself or hire professionals?
DIY boarding risks improper anchoring that criminals easily breach. Hardware store plywood without proper fastening pulls off in 60 seconds with a crowbar. Professional emergency window board up uses 3/4″ exterior-grade panels with carriage bolt anchoring through framing, not surface screws. Improper boarding also voids insurance if secondary damage occurs.
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How quickly should you board up broken windows after damage?
Immediately – within 2-4 hours maximum. Every hour of delay increases secondary theft risk exponentially. NYC crime data shows 60-75% of properties experience repeat incidents within 24-48 hours when unsecured. Weather damage begins instantly – winter pipe freezing in 6-12 hours, rain penetration saturating interiors.
Insurance policies often require boarding within 24 hours to maintain coverage for subsequent claims.
