Every board up job starts with a written scope so you know what is covered. Standard service includes securing all accessible openings, roof tarping when needed, and full documentation for your insurance claim. Add-on services like water extraction and mold testing are quoted separately if the damage calls for them.
We cut plywood to fit each opening, fasten it with structural screws, and seal edges against weather. Glass is removed or secured, and frames are checked for damage. A typical house with six openings is secured in two to four hours.
When shingles are missing or a tree has punched through, we tarp the section with heavy-duty polyethylene and secure it at the edges. This keeps rain out until a roofer can make permanent repairs. We photograph the damage underneath for your claim.
We use moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras to find water that got in through the opening. If readings are high, we set air movers and dehumidifiers to start drying. This step prevents mold growth and protects drywall and insulation.
Every opening is measured, photographed, and logged. We provide a written summary with materials used and Xactimate-compatible line items. You can hand the packet straight to your adjuster, which speeds up reimbursement for the board up.
Broken glass, splintered frames, and storm debris get cleared from the immediate area. We bag and remove what we can and stack larger materials for disposal. You are left with a secured building and a clean entry path, not a pile of hazards.
Board-Up Services Boise ID is emergency property securing that covers openings, windows, doors, and damaged roof sections so a building stays weather-tight and locked until permanent repairs begin. Our crews cut 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch plywood on site, fasten it with structural screws, and seal gaps with plastic sheeting so rain, snow, and wind stay outside. We also tarp roofs, brace garage doors, and secure crawl space hatches. Every opening gets measured, photographed, and logged for your insurance claim before we leave.
Boise properties get hit in predictable ways. Winter storms push snow loads onto older roofs in the North End, summer microbursts snap tree limbs onto cars and carports, and a burst pipe or kitchen fire can leave a house standing wide open at 2 a.m. When a door frame is kicked in or a window is shattered, an emergency board up Boise call keeps the structure dry and deters theft until repairs are scheduled. We have run same day board up Boise Idaho jobs in every ZIP from 83702 to 83709.
Every job follows the same five steps, whether it is a single window or an entire commercial building. You get a clear timeline, a written scope, and a secured property before we leave.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras
We use these to find water that got in through a broken window or roof. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences behind walls, and meters confirm moisture levels. This tells us whether drying equipment is needed.
Air movers and dehumidifiers
When water is inside, we set Dri-Eaz and Phoenix Restoration Equipment air movers to evaporate moisture and dehumidifiers to pull it from the air. A typical room dries in two to three days with this setup.
HEPA air scrubbers and ozone generators
After a fire or smoke event, these clear particles and odor from the air. HEPA scrubbers run continuously during work, and ozone generators are used in unoccupied spaces to neutralize smoke odor.
Wet/dry vacuums and sump pumps
Standing water from a burst pipe or storm gets removed with wet/dry vacuums and sump pumps before we start drying. This speeds up the process and prevents further saturation of flooring and walls.
Borescopes and drones for roof inspection
A borescope lets us see inside wall cavities without cutting drywall. Drones inspect roof damage safely when the roof is steep or icy. Both help us document damage for your insurance claim.
ZipWall barriers and plastic sheeting
We use ZipWall barriers to contain dust and debris during board up and drying. Plastic sheeting seals openings against weather. This keeps unaffected rooms clean and limits the work area.
IICRC FSRT fire and smoke restoration protocol
Our IICRC FSRT certified technicians follow the standard for fire and smoke damage, which includes securing the structure, removing debris, and deodorizing with HEPA filtration and ozone. This method is recognized by insurance carriers and ensures a thorough job.
Xactimate documentation
We write our scopes in Xactimate-compatible line items, the same format most adjusters use. That means your claim moves faster because the paperwork matches what the carrier expects to see. Photos and measurements are attached to every line.
EPA Lead-Safe work practices
Many Boise homes were built before 1978, which means lead paint may be present. As an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm, we follow the required work practices when disturbing painted surfaces during board up or repair. This protects your family and keeps the job compliant.
OSHA 10-Hour Construction safety standards
Every crew member has OSHA 10-Hour Construction training. That means we assess for structural instability, exposed wiring, and gas hazards before we start work. Safety is not a slogan; it is a checklist we run on every job.
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What we do: We board any broken window or door, shut off the water if it is still running, and extract standing water with wet/dry vacuums. Thermal imaging cameras find hidden moisture behind walls. Drying equipment runs until readings are normal.
→ The unit is secured and dry within three to five days, and the landlord has documentation for the insurance claim.
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What we do: We respond 24/7, board the storefront with plywood, and secure the back door if needed. We photograph the damage and provide a written scope. If glass is everywhere, we clear the entry path so the owner can assess inventory.
→ The business reopens a section on Monday while waiting for replacement glass, and the claim is documented.
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What we do: We board the windows, tarp any roof damage, and run HEPA air scrubbers and hydroxyl generators to clear smoke odor from the structure and contents. We also test for hidden moisture from firefighting water.
→ The home is secure and smoke-free, and the family can move back in once utilities are restored.
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What we do: We secure the door with plywood and add a temporary lock bar. We also check for water intrusion from rain and photograph the interior condition. The property manager gets a report for the owner.
→ The building stays locked and dry until a permanent door is installed, and the owner avoids a code violation.
Boise's climate drives the board up calendar. October through March brings freeze events that burst pipes and snow loads that crack older roof framing, especially in the North End and East End where homes date to the 1920s and 1930s. Summer thunderstorms roll in fast and drop limbs on roofs and cars. Wildfire smoke season adds another layer, because a nearby fire can break windows and push odor into a home even if flames never reach it. Our crews carry plywood, tarps, and fasteners sized for both historic bungalows and new builds in Harris Ranch. We know the ZIP codes, the alley access, and the parking quirks Downtown. When you call for emergency board up services in Boise ID, we are not guessing about your neighborhood. We also coordinate with Ada County code officials when a building needs to be secured to a standard that satisfies an inspection.
North End
Historic homes with original single-pane windows and steep roofs. Board up often includes extra bracing because the framing is older and more brittle.
Downtown Boise
Commercial storefronts and mixed-use buildings with large glass. We carry oversized plywood and work with property managers to secure after hours.
Boise Bench
Mid-century homes with carports and flat-roof sections. Wind damage often lifts carport roofing, so tarping is a common part of the job.
Harris Ranch
Newer construction with tighter building envelopes. When a window breaks, water intrusion is often less, but smoke odor travels fast through modern HVAC systems.
Southeast Boise
A mix of rentals and owner-occupied homes. We see more break-in related board ups here, often on back doors and basement windows.
Winter freeze events that burst pipes
January and February cold snaps can split copper lines in unheated crawl spaces. When that happens, water often damages the same area as a broken window, so we handle both in one visit.
Summer microbursts and windstorms
Fast-moving storms drop limbs and lift shingles. We see a spike in roof tarping and window boarding from June through September, often on the same day.
Wildfire smoke season
Smoke pushes into homes through any opening. If a fire breaks windows, we board up and run air scrubbers to keep smoke odor from settling into walls and furniture.
Older housing stock with lead paint
Pre-1978 homes require EPA Lead-Safe work practices when painted surfaces are disturbed. We are certified, so board up on older Boise homes stays compliant.
An unsecured building invites water, theft, and code violations. These are the most common problems Boise property owners face after a fire, storm, or break-in, and how we solve them.
Problem
Rain pours in for hours, soaking drywall, insulation, and flooring. Mold can start growing within 24 to 48 hours, turning a simple repair into a full remediation.
Our Fix
We board the window with plywood and plastic sheeting, then check interior moisture with meters. If water got in, we set air movers and dehumidifiers the same day. You avoid mold and save the drywall.
Problem
The building stays open to anyone walking by. Theft, vandalism, and squatting become real risks, and your insurance may question whether you mitigated the loss.
Our Fix
We secure the door frame with plywood and structural screws, then brace it from the inside if the jamb is split. We photograph the damage and provide a report for your claim. The building is locked before we leave.
Problem
Missing shingles let water into the attic and ceiling. A small leak can rot framing and ruin insulation within weeks, and the damage often is not visible until the ceiling stains.
Our Fix
We tarp the damaged section with heavy polyethylene, secured at the edges. We also inspect the attic with a borescope if accessible, so you know whether water is already inside. Permanent roof repair can wait until the weather clears.
Problem
After a fire, doors and windows are often broken out by firefighters. Smoke odor and water from hoses sit in the building, and the open structure invites more damage.
Our Fix
We board all openings, tarp the roof, and start smoke odor removal with HEPA air scrubbers and ozone generators. Our IICRC FSRT technicians handle the full scope, from securing to deodorizing.
Securing a damaged building is not just about covering a hole. It protects the structure, the contents, and your insurance claim. Here is what a fast, professional board up does for you.
Stop Water Intrusion Fast
An open window during a Boise rainstorm can push 20 to 30 gallons of water into a room in under an hour. We cover the opening with plywood and plastic sheeting, then check the interior with moisture meters so hidden wet spots do not turn into mold. Drying equipment can start the same day.
Deter Theft and Vandalism
A broken window or kicked-in door is an open invitation. Our crews secure every accessible opening with structural screws, not staples, so the building is locked tight. Property managers in Downtown Boise and the Bench use us to protect vacant rentals and commercial suites until glass is replaced.
Protect Your Insurance Claim
Insurance adjusters want to see that you mitigated further damage. We photograph each opening, log measurements, and provide documentation that supports your claim. That record often makes the difference between a covered repair and a disputed one after fire damage board up Boise ID work is done.
Keep the Building Usable
A secured building can stay occupied. We board windows in a way that keeps light and ventilation where possible, and we tarp roofs so interior rooms stay dry. For commercial board up services Boise clients, that means the business can reopen a section instead of shutting down entirely.
Google ★★★★★4.9
Called at 11 p.m. after a break-in left our back door open. Rapid Disaster had plywood up within 90 minutes and a report in my inbox by morning. The insurance adjuster said the documentation was exactly what he needed. Highly recommend for any Boise board up.
Yelp ★★★★★4.8
Our rental property in the North End had a window broken during a storm. They boarded it, checked for water with a meter, and set a dehumidifier because rain got in. The tenant was happy and the claim went through without a fight.
BBB ★★★★★4.9
Professional crew, showed up when they said they would. They tarped our roof after a windstorm and boarded two windows. The written scope matched the final bill exactly. Ten years in business and it shows in how they operate.
Google ★★★★★5.0
After a kitchen fire, they secured the house the same night and started smoke odor removal. By midweek the smell was gone. They coordinated with our insurance and kept us informed at every step. Great local company.
Rapid Disaster Cleanup Boise id has been securing damaged properties since 2016, which means 10 years of Boise storms, fires, and freeze events. Our technicians hold IICRC WRT and IICRC FSRT certifications, so they understand both water and fire damage, not just how to hang plywood. We work with Xactimate estimates daily and know what adjusters expect to see. Every crew carries OSHA 10-Hour Construction training, and our firm is an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm, which matters on pre-1978 homes common in the North End and East End. We have secured hundreds of properties across Ada County, from single windows to full commercial buildings.
Real experiences from customers who chose our Board-Up Services services.
“A cottonwood limb came through our bedroom window during a July storm. Rapid Disaster had plywood up in about 90 minutes and tarped the roof where shingles were torn. They photographed everything for our insurance and even set a dehumidifier because rain got in. The adjuster said the documentation was the best he had seen.”
Marcus T.
Homeowner, North End
“We manage six commercial suites and had a tenant leave a storefront window broken over a holiday weekend. I called at 7 a.m. and they were on site by 8:30. They boarded the glass, secured the back door, and emailed me a full report with photos. That report saved us a fight with the landlord's insurance.”
Sandra K.
Property Manager, Downtown Boise
“Our kitchen caught fire on a Sunday night. The fire department left the back door and two windows open. Rapid Disaster boarded everything, tarped the roof, and started smoke odor removal the same night. By Wednesday the smell was gone and we were working with our adjuster. Ten years in business shows.”
Dale R.
Homeowner, Boise Bench
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
Board up often comes first when a storm or break-in lets water inside. We secure the opening, then extract standing water, dry the structure with air movers and dehumidifiers, and treat for mold. One crew handles both, so your Boise property dries faster.
View Water Damage RestorationIf a burst pipe or storm pushes water into your building, we remove it before it reaches drywall and insulation. Our trucks carry wet/dry vacuums and sump pumps. We coordinate with the board up crew so the structure is secure before we start pumping.
View Emergency Water RemovalBoise freezes hit hard in January and February. A burst pipe can flood a room while the window is still broken from a prior storm. We board the opening, shut off the water, extract the mess, and dry the framing with thermal imaging cameras to find hidden moisture.
View Burst Pipe Water DamageAfter a kitchen or electrical fire, the first priority is securing the structure. We board windows and doors, tarp the roof, then move into smoke odor counteractants, HEPA air scrubbers, and ozone generators. Our IICRC FSRT technicians handle the full scope.
View Fire & Smoke Damage RestorationIdaho wildfire seasons push smoke into homes through every crack. If a fire nearby damages your roof or windows, we board up and tarp, then run HEPA air scrubbers and hydroxyl generators to clear smoke odor from the structure and contents.
View Wildfire Smoke & Odor RemovalWater that sits behind a boarded window for days can grow mold. We test with moisture meters and borescopes, then remove affected drywall and insulation, apply antimicrobial solutions, and encapsulate the area. Board up and mold work often go together in Boise.
View Mold RemediationCall 208 848-5209 any time, day or night. A live dispatcher answers, asks what is wet and what is still running, and sends the closest crew. Most Boise-area jobs get a truck on site within 60 to 90 minutes. You can also email info@rapiddisastercleanupboiseid.com for non-emergency estimates and insurance documentation.
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