Board up shopfront
Protect a damaged shop display or entrance while managing customer access and the next glazing visit.

Board up shopfront — close damaged retail frontage around public access, with the property access and working requirements reviewed.
A large frontage may need several boards and a staged working area, with shop security and trading arrangements agreed in advance.
The detail that matters
Can the shop continue trading while boards are fitted?
That depends on the work area and a safe accessible entrance; agree the arrangement before attendance.
Before the work
is agreed.
Can the shop continue trading while boards are fitted?
That depends on the work area and a safe accessible entrance; agree the arrangement before attendance.
What is assessed for board up shopfront?
A large frontage may need several boards and a staged working area, with shop security and trading arrangements agreed in advance.
Can board up shopfront be arranged after a break-in, impact or storm?
Yes. Explain what is exposed, whether the building can be occupied and whether the opening can be reached safely. The make-safe work and the later repair are then considered separately.
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