Emergency Board-Up Services in Washington, DC
Broken storefront glass, a smashed entry door, or storm damage leaves your property exposed. Lumina Glass & Window provides emergency board-up and glass protection for commercial properties and homes across Washington, DC — with permanent replacement glass quoted in writing.
What We Board Up
Emergency board-up covers the opening of a building after glass failure. Every call ends with a secured property, documentation for your insurer, and a plan for permanent replacement.
Commercial storefront board-up
Shattered or missing storefront panels are boarded and anchored so retail and office entrances are secure and weather-tight. Permanent glass for the opening is quoted in writing.
Broken window emergency protection
Large plate glass and window openings are covered and secured after a break-in, accident, or storm, with interior access protected until replacement is installed.
Residential window board-up
Broken residential windows and mixed-use building glass are secured the same way — protection first, then permanent glass matched to the opening.
Broken glass door board-up
Entrance and vestibule doors with broken lites are secured so the building is not left open. Door glass and hardware are addressed together where needed.
Vandalism and storm damage protection
Damage from break-ins, vandalism, wind, and debris is secured and documented — photos and work records for your insurance claim.
Commercial property emergency services
Property managers, facility teams, and business owners get a single point of contact for securing an opening, the insurance record, and the replacement schedule.
Temporary board-up before permanent glass replacement
Board-up is temporary protection, not the repair. The opening stays secure until measured, code-compliant replacement glass is installed and matched to your building.
Board-up is the emergency step. The permanent work — commercial glass repair, storefront glass replacement, or full commercial glass replacement — is quoted after the opening is secure. For broken doors and hardware, see commercial door repair.
How Our Emergency Board-Up Works
Four steps, in this order — because protection cannot wait for a quote, and a quote should never be a guess.
1. Call the emergency line
Call (771) 777-2257 and tell us the property address, what broke, and whether the opening is currently secure. Photos help us bring the right materials.
2. We secure the opening
The opening is boarded or otherwise protected so the property is weather-tight and not left exposed. Fragments still hanging in the frame are removed safely.
3. Documentation and a written quote
Damage and emergency work are documented for your insurance claim, and the permanent replacement is quoted in writing with a clear timeline.
4. Permanent glass restoration
Replacement glass is measured, matched to the existing storefront, and installed to the code requirements for the opening. We test the door and seal before we leave.
Why Property Managers Call Lumina Glass
Lumina Glass & Window is a commercial glazing contractor serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Emergency board-up is handled as part of a glazing service — not as a separate trade that hands the opening back to you.
That matters because the same team that secures the opening measures the replacement, identifies the existing glass type, and installs code-compliant permanent glass. See how we handle commercial glass repair and storefront glass.
Emergency Board-Up Across Washington, DC
Our emergency line serves commercial properties and homes throughout the District — from office and retail corridors downtown to neighborhood storefronts and mixed-use buildings. Call (771) 777-2257 and tell us the address; we will confirm what we can do for your location.
Also Serving the DMV
- Montgomery County, MD
Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Chevy Chase
- Prince George's County, MD
Hyattsville, College Park, Bowie
- Northern Virginia
Arlington, Alexandria, Tysons, Fairfax, Woodbridge
For regional details, see our main emergency glass board-up service and the industries we serve.
Request Emergency Board-Up
Send the details and a photo if you have one. For active damage — broken storefront glass, an open doorway, or weather coming through the opening — call the emergency line directly.
Washington, DC 20004
Office: Mon–Fri 7AM–6PM
Emergency Board-Up FAQs — Washington, DC
What is emergency board-up?
Emergency board-up is the temporary securing of a building opening after glass breaks — a storefront window, entry door, or residential window. Panels are anchored over the opening so the property is protected from weather and theft until permanent replacement glass is installed.
Do you board up commercial storefronts in Washington, DC?
Yes. Storefront board-up is our core emergency service for retail and office properties in DC, and we also secure residential windows and glass doors. Call (771) 777-2257 and describe the address and damage.
Do you provide emergency window board-up for homes?
Yes — broken residential windows and mixed-use building glass can be boarded and secured. Permanent replacement glass is quoted the same way as commercial work.
How quickly can you respond?
Response depends on your location, the type of damage, and current call volume. Call (771) 777-2257, describe the situation, and we will tell you what to expect for your property. If weather is entering the opening, tell us so we can prioritize.
Will my insurance cover emergency board-up?
Storm, break-in, and vehicle-impact damage are commonly covered perils under commercial property policies, and securing an opening is normally part of mitigating the loss. We document the damage and the emergency work so you can submit it. Confirm coverage with your carrier.
Is a board-up the same as repairing the glass?
No. Board-up is temporary protection that keeps the building secure while the correct glass is ordered. Permanent replacement is measured, matched to your existing storefront, installed to the code requirements for the opening, and quoted in writing.
What should I do before you arrive?
Keep people away from the broken glass, photograph the damage if it is safe to do so, and file a police report if a crime was involved — insurers usually ask for the report number.
Broken Glass? Secure It Now.
Call our emergency line and tell us the address — board-up, insurance documentation, and permanent replacement all come from one glazing contractor.
Related reading: what businesses should know about emergency board-up and what to do when a storefront panel breaks.