Emergency Board-Up
Secure your property within hours — any time, any weather.
Professional Emergency Board-Up in Hampton Roads
After a fire, storm, break-in, or any event that compromises your building envelope, fast board-up prevents further damage, deters theft, and keeps your insurance claim intact. We deploy 24/7 across Hampton Roads.
Common Causes
- ›Fire damage compromising windows, doors, or walls
- ›Storm damage from wind, falling trees, or debris
- ›Vandalism and break-in with forced entry
- ›Vehicle impact through exterior walls
- ›Hurricane-damaged window and door openings
- ›Post-flooding structural compromise
Dealing with Board-Up right now?
Our emergency line is answered 24/7. Call us and a team member will guide you through exactly what to do while awaiting crew arrival.
What To Do First
Follow these steps in order. Tap each item when it's done.
What NOT To Do
These are the most common mistakes that worsen damage and complicate your insurance claim.
DO NOT:Don't use lightweight materials
Interior-grade plywood and tarps are not adequate for securing a damaged property against weather or forced entry. We use rated exterior materials installed properly.
DO NOT:Don't delay until the next business day
Weather, vandalism, and theft can rapidly escalate a loss in the hours an unsecured building is left open.
DO NOT:Don't attempt high-elevation board-up without equipment
Upper-floor and roof-line openings require ladders, scaffolding, and roofing experience. This is not a DIY task.
Not sure if something is safe to do? Call us at (757) 285-5963 before acting. We'd rather answer a question than have you make the damage worse.
Our Board-Up Process
Every job follows the same documented process — no surprises, no shortcuts. Here's exactly what happens from first call to final sign-off.
Emergency dispatch
We respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays and major storm events.
Site safety assessment
Before any work begins, our crew assesses structural stability to ensure safe working conditions.
Window and door coverage
All compromised window and door openings are boarded with exterior-grade plywood, cut to fit and properly fastened.
Roof and upper-story coverage
Roof openings and upper-story damage are covered with heavy-duty tarps secured against wind displacement.
Debris clearance from openings
Any debris obstructing openings or posing additional hazard is cleared before boarding is complete.
Documentation for insurance
All board-up work is photographed and documented to support your insurance mitigation expense claim.
Documentation at every step. We photograph, log, and report every phase of the process — giving you a complete paper trail for your insurance carrier and your own records.
We Help With the Insurance Process
Dealing with disaster is hard enough. We document damage for insurance claims and can coordinate with your carrier or adjuster when appropriate. Coverage, approval, payment, and claim handling depend on your policy and insurer.
Document Everything
We photograph and document all damage before starting work — creating the record your insurance carrier needs.
Support Your Claim
We help you notify your carrier, understand the process, and prepare the documentation needed to support your claim.
Coordinate With Your Adjuster
We are available to meet with your insurance adjuster on-site and provide a detailed scope of the damage.
Restore Your Property
We complete the approved restoration scope and provide final documentation for your records and your insurer.
Insurance Documentation Support
We prepare the records your carrier needs.
- Photo and video documentation of all damage
- Detailed written scope of affected areas
- Moisture mapping and drying logs
- Available for adjuster site visits
- Final completion documentation for your file
Important: Insurance coverage, deductibles, approvals, and payments are determined by your insurance policy and carrier. Hampton Roads Damage Help does not guarantee claim approval or payment.
For Homeowners & Renters
Residential Board-Up
Single-family homes, condos, rentals, and historic properties
Homeowners throughout Hampton Roads rely on emergency board-up after storms, fires, and break-ins. We respond day and night, including during active storm events when damage is most likely to occur.
What you can expect from us
A dispatcher calls you back as soon as possible — call us directly for the fastest response
We document damage and can help coordinate with your adjuster — coverage depends on your policy and carrier
We work in your home respectfully — covering floors, explaining every step before starting
Contents handled with care — pack-out services available when needed
Types of residential properties we handle
This is your home. We understand the stress that comes with property damage — the disruption, the uncertainty, and the concern about what comes next. Our crews are trained to work efficiently and respectfully, explaining every step so you always know what's happening in your own home.
For Property Managers & Commercial Owners
Commercial Board-Up
Offices, retail, multi-family, industrial, and institutional properties
Commercial property owners and managers rely on rapid board-up to protect inventory, equipment, and tenant spaces. We serve retail centers, office buildings, industrial facilities, and multifamily properties throughout Hampton Roads.
What we bring to commercial jobs
After-hours and weekend scheduling to minimize tenant disruption
Dedicated project manager for the full scope — single point of contact
Detailed documentation aligned with commercial insurance policy requirements
Large-loss capability for multi-unit, industrial, and portfolio properties
Property types we serve
We work with property managers, building owners, and facility directors — and can coordinate with your carrier or adjuster when appropriate. Coverage and claim outcomes depend on your policy and insurer.
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Board-Up — Frequently Asked Questions
Need Board-Up help right now?
Our emergency line is answered by a real person, 24 hours a day. Call for the fastest available response.
(757) 285-5963