Board Up Services in McArthur, OH
An open window, a smashed storefront or a cut roof leaves your property exposed to weather and intruders tonight. Call the dispatch line and we will connect you with a licensed, insured independent board-up crew near McArthur to close up every opening fast.
- Window & door board-up
- Roof tarping
- Storefront securing
- Licensed & insured independent pros
Professional Board-Up Services Around McArthur
Board-up is the first line of defense after a fire, a break-in, a vehicle crash into a building or storm damage. An unsecured building can take on rain, get looted or be occupied by squatters within a single night.
Most insurance policies include a duty to mitigate, meaning you are expected to take reasonable steps to prevent further damage. Damage caused by leaving a building open may be denied. A documented professional board-up shows you met that requirement.
Board-up done properly looks different from a few sheets nailed over a window. Experienced crews use 5/8 inch or thicker exterior-grade plywood, fasten with screws or through-bolts rather than nails, and install 2x4 strongbacks across larger openings. Done well, it is hard to pry off and causes minimal damage to the frame.
Re Fire Me is a free referral service and does not perform board-up. We route McArthur calls to independent, licensed and insured crews available 24 hours a day.
When you need board-up
- After a fire with broken windows or forced doors
- After a burglary or vandalism
- After a vehicle crashes into a building
- After storm or tree damage
- For vacant or foreclosed properties
Why Choose Our Specialized Board Up Services in McArthur, OH
Speed and solid materials are what make board-up work. This is what independent board-up crews in the McArthur network show up with.
Licensed & insured crews
We connect you with independent, licensed and insured crews. Ask for documentation of the work for your insurance file.
Upfront, flat-rate pricing
Expect per-opening or per-square-foot pricing, quoted before the crew starts. No surprises on the invoice.
Rapid local dispatch
Crews based near McArthur can often arrive within hours, including late at night and on holidays.
Board-up materials & tools
5/8 inch and 3/4 inch exterior plywood, 2x4 strongbacks, carriage bolts, structural screws, reinforced tarps, generators and lighting.
Board-Up and Securing Solutions Around McArthur
Every opening gets secured with the right method.
Window Board-Up
Broken windows are covered with exterior plywood cut to fit, fastened with screws or through-bolted from inside with strongbacks. That holds against weather and pry bars.
Door & Entry Securing
Damaged doors get a lockable temporary plywood door, so you and the crews keep access.
Roof Tarping
Fire ventilation cuts, burn-through and storm damage are covered with reinforced tarps secured with batten strips screwed through the decking. It keeps water out until the roof is repaired.
Storefront & Commercial Board-Up
Storefront glass, display windows and commercial doors are secured fast to protect inventory and reduce downtime.
Temporary Fencing
Temporary chain-link fencing keeps people away from unsafe buildings and lowers liability.
Vacant Property Securing
Vacant and foreclosed properties are secured against squatters and vandalism, often with heavier plywood and tamper-resistant fasteners.
What Separates a Solid Board-Up From a Quick Patch
A quick patch is a sheet of thin plywood nailed to the outside trim. It can blow off in a storm, can be pried off in seconds and leaves nail holes and split trim behind.
Professional board-up uses exterior plywood, typically 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch, cut to the opening. On ground-floor windows and storefronts, crews often through-bolt the panel with carriage bolts and 2x4 strongbacks on the inside, so there is nothing to grab from outside. Upper-floor windows are typically fastened with structural screws.
Roof openings get reinforced, heavy-duty tarps. Where possible the tarp goes over the ridge and is held with screwed batten strips so wind cannot lift it.
Doors need access. Good crews build a hinged plywood door with a hasp and padlock so you, the adjuster and contractors can get in.
Board-up is usually the first line on your insurance claim, so documentation matters. Ask the crew to photograph every opening before and after it is secured and to provide an itemized invoice showing materials and labor. Keep those records with your claim paperwork. If the board-up stays in place for weeks while repairs are scheduled, check it after storms and call the contractor if anything loosens, because a failed board-up can lead to new damage.
Board-Up Calls We Take Day and Night
After a house fire
Firefighters break windows and force doors to fight the fire. Board-up secures every opening the same night and creates a lockable entry for the restoration crew and your adjuster.
After a burglary
A broken door or window after a break-in leaves the property vulnerable to a second visit. Crews secure the opening with through-bolted plywood until the glass or door can be replaced.
Vehicle into a building
A car through a storefront or home creates a large, irregular opening that may involve damaged framing. Crews secure the opening and, when needed, install temporary bracing until a contractor can assess the structure.
Storm and tree damage
High winds blow out windows and drop trees through roofs. Board-up and roof tarping keep rain out until permanent repairs can be scheduled.
Commercial glass after hours
A broken storefront or office window at night leaves inventory and equipment exposed. Crews secure the opening so the business can protect its contents and open the next day, then the glass company replaces it.
How Board-Up Dispatch Works in McArthur
Call Dispatch
Call +1-866-484-1409 and describe how many openings there are and roughly how big. We connect you with an independent crew near McArthur.
Rapid Mobile Arrival
The crew arrives with plywood, fasteners, tarps and lighting, ready to work at night.
Expert Assessment & Quote
The lead measures each opening and quotes the job before starting.
Resolution & Final Walkthrough
Every opening is secured, photographed and documented, and you get an invoice for your insurance file.
Board-Up Stories From McArthur
A car went through the front of our shop at midnight. The entire front was boarded and bolted by 3 in the morning. We opened through the side door the next day.
Tony R.Shop owner, McArthur
After the fire, firefighters had broken four windows and the back door. They through-bolted plywood and built a lockable temporary door for the restoration crew.
Lisa N.Homeowner, McArthur
One of my vacant rentals was broken into. They secured it the same night with heavy plywood and tamper-resistant screws. No problems since.
Dennis O.Property manager, McArthur
A tree came through our living room window during a storm. By sunrise the window was boarded and the damaged roof was tarped.
Carlos E.Homeowner, McArthur
Common Board-Up Questions in McArthur
How fast can a board-up crew get to my property in McArthur?
Local independent crews can often reach you within a few hours, even overnight. You will get an honest arrival estimate from the dispatcher.
Does insurance cover board-up services?
Board-up after a covered loss like a fire or storm is usually covered because it prevents further damage. Save the invoice and photos for your claim.
Why do professionals use screws or bolts instead of nails?
They hold more securely, resist prying from outside and do less damage to frames when removed.
How long can board-up stay in place?
Properly installed exterior plywood can stay up for weeks or months while repairs are scheduled. Roof tarps may need checking after storms.
Is Re Fire Me the board-up company?
No, we are a free referral service. The work is done by independent, licensed and insured contractors who are responsible for it.
Can board-up services secure a property after a break-in, not just a fire?
Yes. Crews handle break-ins, vandalism, vehicle crashes and storm damage as well as fires. They can also secure vacant buildings against trespassing.
Board-Up Coverage Across McArthur
We take board-up calls from McArthur and nearby areas around the clock. Independent crews handle houses, multifamily buildings, storefronts, offices, warehouses and vacant properties. Nearby cities and zip codes we serve are listed below.
Board-up crews around McArthur keep plywood, fasteners and tarps stocked so they can respond quickly to homes, rentals and businesses, including late-night calls after storms and break-ins when most other contractors are closed.
Do Not Leave Your Building Open Overnight
An open building is exposed to rain, thieves and squatters. Call +1-866-484-1409 for board-up service in McArthur.
