Reliable Board Up and Tarping Services in Vancouver & Portland (1-800-BOARDUP)

When disaster strikes — whether a fire, a storm, or vandalism — the moment after the event can feel overwhelming. That’s why you need prompt and reliable board-up and tarping services in Vancouver, Portland, and their surrounding areas. At Kennedy Restoration, our dedicated 1-800 BOARDUP stands ready to secure your home or business property 24/7, helping stop further damage, protect from the elements, and give you peace of mind. With decades of experience in providing damage restoration services in Portland and Vancouver and a team you can trust, we’re here when you need tarping and board up services most.

  • Fast Response, 24/7
  • Licensed, Bonded & Insured
  • Trained, Certified Technicians
  • Insurance-Approved
  • Local Professionals
  • Transparent Pricing
  • Ready for Any Size Disaster
  • Claim Assistance

Contact Kennedy Restoration today and let us safeguard your property.

Best Board Up Services in Portland & Southwest Washington by Kennedy Restoration

Understanding Board Up and Tarping Services in Portland, Vancouver, and Nearby Areas

Board up services are a critical first step after property damage. Whether it’s a broken window, compromised roof, or structural exposure, engaging professional board up and tarping services in Vancouver and its surrounding areas ensures your residential and commercial properties are stabilized, secured, and ready for full restoration.

With Kennedy Restoration’s 1-800 BOARDUP model, we respond swiftly. Our process is designed to protect your home and business from weather damage, theft, or further structural issues—and to set the stage for full remediation.

Don’t wait— Reach out to Kennedy Restoration now for immediate board up services.

Types of Board Up Services

At Kennedy Restoration, we deliver a range of board up and tarping services in Vancouver to meet different disaster scenarios:

  • Residential Board Up Services: Single-family homes and multifamily properties exposed to fire, storm, or vandalism.
  • Commercial & Industrial Board Up Services: Warehouses, retail storefronts, manufacturing plants—the same rapid protection applied at scale.
  • Emergency Roof Tarping & Wall Tarping: After roof damage or missing siding, we deploy heavy-duty tarps to cover and shield until full repair can occur.
  • Board Up Post-Fire or Post-Vandalism: Following fire suppression or break-in events, immediate boarding prevents unauthorized entry and further loss.
  • Storm & Water-Intrusion Board Up: When wind, hail, or flooding compromise the structure, we act fast to mitigate and secure.

Want to know which service you need? Reach out to Kennedy Restoration for a no-obligation consultation.

Kennedy Restoration’s Board Up Services (1-800 BOARDUP) Process

Here’s how we deliver reliable board up and tarping services in Portland and Vancouver:

1

Emergency Response & Assessment

Within minutes of your call, our 24/7 team mobilizes to your site in Vancouver or Portland, inspects the damage, and determines how best to secure the area.

2

Secure Boarding & Tarping

We install sturdy plywood, secure vulnerable openings, and apply professional-grade tarping to exposed roofs or walls—preventing further ingress of weather or pests.

3

Ventilation & Moisture Control

Particularly after fire damage, we drill small ventilation holes to allow airflow and minimize water build-up or mold growth.

4

Documentation & Insurance Support

We photograph all secured areas, document condition and work done, and prepare reports your insurance adjuster needs.

5

Transition to Restoration

Once the property is protected, we hand off to our full restoration team (fire, water, storm) so you can move toward complete recovery.

This process ensures you receive best-in-class board up services. Ready to get started? Reach out to Kennedy Restoration now.

In-Depth Techniques in Board Up Services

Kennedy Restoration leverages advanced techniques to ensure your property is truly secured:

  • Precision Plywood Installation: We use marine-grade or fire-rated plywood sized to the opening, fastened with tamper-resistant screws, providing a secure barrier against intrusion or weather.
  • High-Tensile Tarps & Overlapping Seams: For roof or wall tarping, professionals apply reinforced tarps with sealed seams, proper drainage, and secure anchoring to prevent uplift.
  • Ventilation Ports: After fire or water intrusion, stagnant moisture can cause mold or rot. We strategically drill small holes to allow airflow and dry out as per best practices.
  • Structural Bracing When Needed: If framing is compromised, temporary bracing may be deployed to keep walls or the roof from collapsing during the board up phase.
  • Detailed Documentation: Each board up job includes photographic records, condition notes, and coordination with your adjuster and restoration team.

By applying these methods, your board up services aren’t just a quick patch—they’re a professional safeguard. When you’re ready, call Kennedy Restoration at (503) 234-0509.

DIY Tips and Preventive Measures for Board Up Services

While nothing replaces a professional crew, here are DIY tips and preventative measures you can implement to reduce risk or temporarily stabilize damage until pros arrive:

Secure Openings Immediately After Damage

As soon as you identify broken windows, missing siding, or a roof breach, temporarily nail plywood or use heavy-duty plastic sheeting. Choose a strong, treated plywood panel sized slightly larger than the opening and screw it in place with weather-resistant fasteners.

Cover Roof Damage Quickly to Prevent Water Ingress

If shingles are missing, or a tree has punctured your roof, cover the area with a blue tarp rated for 200+ mph wind and secure it with lumber or sandbags until a professional crew can apply full tarping services.

Maintain Good Site Safety and Clear Debris

Remove broken glass, bent framing, or fallen roofing pieces around the damage zone so the professional team can safely access and secure the property.

Consider Preventive Checks for Vulnerable Areas

Inspect your property annually for signs of wear at roof edges, siding joints, and windows. Reinforce or seal areas that are easy prey for wind or water intrusion.

Document Before and After Quickly

Use your phone to photograph any damage as soon as it happens—broken windows, roof holes, fallen siding. This helps both your insurance claim and supports whichever board up and tarping services provider you choose.

These DIY steps are valuable, but for full protection, it’s best to engage professional board up and tarping services in Portland right away.

Navigating Insurance and Claims for Board Up Services (1-800 BOARDUP)

Handling insurance after property damage can feel confusing. Here’s how Kennedy Restoration supports you:

  • Claim Initiation & Documentation: We help you document the board up and tarping job—photos, condition reports, and cost estimates. This supports your claim and shows the insurer you took prompt action to mitigate further damage.
  • Mitigation Clause Compliance: Most insurance policies require you to minimize further damage after the initial event. When you call Kennedy Restoration for board up services, you’re fulfilling that expectation—helping avoid the insurer denying your claim due to negligence.
  • Coordination with Adjusters: We speak the language of restoration/insurance adjusters, helping translate the board up and tarping services into line-items on your claim. That means fewer delays and less confusion.
  • Transparent Costing & Billing: Because we’re experienced in board up and tarping services in both Vancouver and Portland, we provide clear billing and work scopes—helping ensure your insurer covers the proper elements.
  • Follow-Through to Restoration: Once the board up phase is complete, we transition you into the full restoration process, which helps streamline your claim by keeping everything under one provider and reducing hand-offs.

When you’re ready to initiate your insurance claim, contact Kennedy Restoration and let their team guide you from board up to full recovery.

Environmental and Health Considerations of Board Up Services

Securing a damaged structure isn’t just about boards and tarps—it also affects health, safety, and the environment:

  • Mold and Moisture Risk: If a structure remains open to rain or wind damage, moisture can accumulate and lead to mold growth. This impacts air quality, occupant health, and can increase restoration costs. If mold has already penetrated your property, inquire about our mold remediation in Portland, Vancouver.
  • Structural Instability Hazards: After fire or storm damage, a compromised roof or wall can collapse, creating serious safety risks. A professional board up service adds temporary structural stability, keeping occupants and contractors safe.
  • Waste and Material Use: Kennedy Restoration uses treated plywood, tarps and fasteners selected for their durability and reuse potential — reducing waste and the environmental footprint of the post-disaster phase.
  • Preventing Secondary Environmental Damage: By securing the structure promptly, we prevent further rain, debris, or pests from entering the property—reducing the chance of contamination, rot, or additional damage to building systems such as HVAC or insulation.
  • Health Protection for Occupants: Open, unsecured buildings invite pests, mold, and water damage — each with health implications for anyone still on-site. Engaging board up and tarping services fast preserves indoor air quality and occupant safety.

Choosing a professional provider of board up services ensures these environmental and health aspects are handled with care. For full protection, reach out to Kennedy Restoration.

What Our Customers Say

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Our 1-800 BOARDUP team at Kennedy Restoration is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Immediately after your call, we dispatch the crew, often arriving within the hour for urgent board up services.

Yes — Kennedy Restoration offers full board up and tarping services in Vancouver and in Portland via our headquarters and local offices.

Kennedy Restoration is fully licensed in both Washington and Oregon, and our board up division aligns with industry best practices and standards.

Yes. We use durable plywood, heavy-duty tarps, and reuse components when possible. We also follow protocols for ventilation and moisture control to avoid further damage.

In most cases, yes—board up and tarping services are considered a necessary mitigation step after a covered loss. We provide documentation and liaise with your adjuster to increase the chance of full coverage.

Our process includes securing all openings, tarping exposed roofs, providing ventilation for moisture control, documenting the condition, and coordinating next-phase restoration. This comprehensive approach minimizes secondary damage.

Ensure the site is safe and accessible. Remove valuables if possible, and clear debris in the immediate area if it’s safe to do so. Document damage with photos and notes—it helps with your claim and our process.

Fast, Reliable Board Up & Tarping Services by Kennedy Restoration

When you need board up and tarping services in Portland and beyond, look no further than Kennedy Restoration and its 1-800 BOARDUP model. With over 70 years of experience, a full capability in restoring your property, and a 24/7 emergency response team, we deliver fast, professional, and thorough board up services to protect your property and begin the recovery process.

Don’t leave your property vulnerable— contact Kennedy Restoration today and secure expert board up services you can rely on.

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Proudly Serving Portland & Southwest Washington & Surrounding Areas

When damage happens, every minute counts. Kennedy Restoration is ready to respond 24/7 with fast, professional service you can depend on. Our certified team serves residential and commercial properties across the greater Portland metro and Southwest Washington — restoring homes, businesses, and peace of mind with efficiency and care.

No matter the size or type of disaster, we’re here to help you recover quickly and completely.

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