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Emergency Repairs

Boarded by 2am, glazed by Tuesday, insurer billed direct

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About this service

Emergency Repairs — installed by specialists, not generalists

When a shopfront fails — break-in, vehicle impact, accidental damage, vandalism — the first 12 hours determine the cost of the next 12 weeks.

Our emergency line runs 24/7 with on-call installers covering the whole UK. Most call-outs see a board on site within 4 hours and permanent reinstatement within 5 working days, billed direct to your insurer.

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Emergency Repairs

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Systems we install

Emergency Repairs — system options

Emergency Boarding

OSB-3 boarding, screwed and braced into existing frame.

Toughened Glass Replacement

Same-day site survey, 3–5 working day glazing turnaround.

Frame Repair

Damaged transoms, mullions, threshold, door leaves.

Lock Replacement

Adams Rite, Briton, multi-point gear.

Technical specification

What goes into a proper install

Response timeBoarded within 4 hours, UK-wide.
CoverageEngland, Scotland, Wales — every postcode.
Insurer billingDirect billing arranged with all major commercial insurers.
PhotographsFull pre-work and post-work photographs included.
MaterialsStocked OSB-3 board, toughened glass standard sizes.
Warranty30 days on boarding, full warranty on permanent reinstatement.
S&K
Backed by S&K Group Holdings Limited

A trading division of S&K Glazing Limited (Co. 14088194)

ShopFront Installers is the dedicated installation arm of S&K Glazing. Registered at Unit 1, Hems Crescent, Great Barr, Birmingham, England, B43 5DG. VAT GB 481 9808 49. £10m PI insured, CHAS and Constructionline Gold accredited. Sister brands include shop-fronts.com and store-fronts.uk.

Frequently asked

Emergency Repairs install — FAQs

How fast can you board up after a break-in?
UK-wide we aim for 4 hours. In our home West Midlands area we're typically 90 minutes to 2 hours.
Will my insurance cover emergency boarding?
Most commercial property and shop insurance policies cover emergency make-safe and reinstatement.
How long does permanent glass replacement take after boarding?
Standard sizes typically reinstated within 3–5 working days.
Do you cover Sundays and bank holidays?
Yes — 24 hours, 7 days, 365 days a year.
Popular areas

Emergency Repairs in major UK cities

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