Broken window, shattered door, or damaged storefront in NYC? House Help Services dispatches emergency board-up crews in 30 minutes — 24/7. We secure your property fast, then handle permanent glass replacement. Residential, commercial, and multi-family — all five boroughs and NJ.
A broken window or door in New York City is an immediate security and weather emergency. Every minute your property is exposed, it's vulnerable to theft, weather intrusion, and further damage. House Help Services's emergency board-up crews are positioned across NYC to reach you in 30 minutes or less — any time of day or night, 365 days a year.
We handle everything from a single broken apartment window to a shattered commercial storefront. After securing your property with professional-grade board-up materials, we arrange permanent glass replacement so you're not left with plywood any longer than necessary.
Emergency board-up costs are typically covered by homeowner's and renter's insurance when damage results from a covered event — break-in, vandalism, fire, or storm. House Help Services technicians document all damage from the moment they arrive, providing the photos and reports your insurance adjuster needs for fast claim approval. We work directly with your carrier to get costs reimbursed quickly.
For commercial properties, business owner's policies and commercial property insurance typically cover emergency board-up under the property damage provision. Contact us and we'll work with your commercial carrier directly.
Board-up is a temporary solution. House Help Services also handles complete glass replacement so you don't live or work behind plywood. We replace all types of residential and commercial glass, including:
We dispatch emergency board-up crews across NYC in 30 minutes or less, 24/7. A broken window or door is a security and weather emergency — we prioritize fast response to secure your property.
Emergency board-up in NYC typically costs $150–$500 depending on the size and number of openings. We provide upfront pricing before work begins. Insurance often covers board-up costs.
Yes, in most cases. Homeowner's and renter's insurance typically covers emergency board-up when damage results from a covered event. We document the damage and provide paperwork for your insurer.
Yes. House Help Services handles both emergency board-up and permanent glass replacement. We replace single-pane, double-pane, tempered, laminated, and storefront glass.
Yes. We board up residential windows, apartment doors, commercial storefronts, office windows, and any other broken opening across all five NYC boroughs.
