Temporary Fencing in Maidstone (ME1–ME20)
When a site boundary is suddenly compromised—after a vehicle impact, storm damage, or break-in—you need a fast, practical way to make the area safe and stop opportunists wandering in. Our temporary fencing in Maidstone is designed for urgent situations across the ME postcodes, helping you secure perimeters while longer-term repairs are arranged.
If you need immediate help, call Call 01622 580 086. If it’s safe to do so, take a few photos first for your insurer or facilities team—then we’ll talk you through the quickest way to secure the site.
We cover Maidstone town centre and surrounding areas across ME1–ME20, including routes off the A229, A249 and the M20 (Junctions 5–7)—useful when you need fencing installed at short notice on estates, industrial yards, and roadside locations.
When temporary fencing is the right call (common emergency scenarios)
Temporary fencing is often the most sensible first step when there’s a risk to public safety or a liability issue. We’re regularly called out for:
- Vehicle impact or accidental damage – a car clips a boundary wall or fence line, leaving an open edge to a footpath or car park
- Storm damage – panels come down overnight, exposing a yard, garden, or scaffolded area
- Fire or flood incidents – you may need to restrict access while the building is assessed (we secure, we don’t remediate)
- Break-ins and vandalism – keeping people out of a yard or rear access route while doors/windows are repaired
- Vacant properties and void sites – deterring fly-tipping and trespass while you plan longer-term security
- Construction and maintenance works – creating a safe working boundary for contractors and the public
If your main concern is a broken window, forced door, or smashed shopfront, you may be better served by boarding rather than fencing. See: emergency boarding up, window boarding in Maidstone, or door boarding up.
What temporary fencing actually achieves (and what it doesn’t)
Temporary fencing is a rapid perimeter control measure. It’s ideal when you need to:
- reduce the chance of unauthorised access
- create a clear “no entry” boundary
- protect the public from hazards (debris, unstable structures, open excavations)
- demonstrate reasonable steps taken to secure a site (often important for insurers and property managers)
It’s also important to be honest about limitations:
- Temporary fencing is not the same as a permanent fence and can be defeated if someone is determined.
- On very exposed sites (open fields, coastal winds, or high-footfall town-centre edges), we may recommend additional stabilisation or pairing with other measures.
- We can help you secure access, but we’re not structural engineers—if a wall is unsafe, we’ll advise you to keep clear and bring in the right trades.
If you’re unsure, call 01622 580 086 and describe what’s happened—photos help.
Our materials and methods (how we fence sites quickly and safely)
Because emergency fencing often happens when things are chaotic—police attendance, neighbours watching, site managers arriving—our approach is straightforward and methodical.
The fencing we install
We typically use robust, purpose-made temporary fencing panels suitable for urgent perimeter control, along with:
- Anti-climb style mesh panels (where appropriate)
- Freestanding bases (commonly rubber or concrete, depending on site conditions)
- Couplers/clamps to join panels securely
- Stabilisers and bracing for wind-prone or exposed edges
- Gates or access points when you need controlled entry for contractors, residents, or deliveries
If your site needs a more rigid “close the opening” solution (for example, an open doorway into a vacant unit), we may recommend temporary steel doors rather than fencing alone.
How we install it (step-by-step)
Every site is different, but the workflow is usually:
- Quick assessment on arrival – hazards, public access points, uneven ground, wind exposure
- Agree the boundary – what must be enclosed immediately (often the shortest safe line first)
- Panel placement and linking – panels aligned and clamped with secure couplers
- Stabilisation – base selection and extra bracing where needed (corners, ends, long runs)
- Access planning – fitting a gate section or leaving a controlled access point where required
- Handover – we confirm what’s secured, what still needs repair, and what to watch for (e.g., high winds)
Where practical, we aim to avoid creating new trip hazards and we’ll flag anything we can’t safely fence without additional support.
Access challenges we handle in Maidstone and the ME area
Local sites come with real-world constraints—tight access, parked cars, narrow lanes, awkward levels. Typical challenges include:
- Rear access routes off busy roads (common around mixed residential/commercial streets)
- Sloped drives and uneven ground in older properties and rural edges of ME15–ME18
- Industrial estates and yards where vehicle movement must continue safely
- Town-centre footfall where you need a clear, defensible line fast
If you can tell us whether there’s parking on-site and whether access is from a main road or a rear lane, it helps us plan what to bring.
Temporary fencing vs boarding up (which do you need?)
People often call asking for “boarding up” when the immediate need is actually to control access around a hazard—or vice versa. Here’s a simple way to decide:
- Choose temporary fencing when the issue is the boundary / perimeter (open yard, collapsed garden fence, unsafe area around a building).
- Choose boarding up when the issue is the building envelope (broken windows, smashed doors, damaged shopfront glazing).
You can combine the two when needed—fence the site to keep people back, then board the vulnerable openings. Related pages:
What you get from us (documentation and practical handover)
When you’re dealing with insurers, landlords, managing agents, or a facilities desk, clear documentation matters. We can provide:
- Before-and-after photos (time-stamped where possible)
- An itemised invoice and written statement of works
- Notes on site risks we observed (e.g., unstable sections we couldn’t fence without further support)
We’re not loss adjusters and we can’t guarantee what an insurer will cover, but our paperwork is typically what people need to support an insurance claim.
A realistic emergency example (Maidstone-area call-out)
A common scenario we see: a commercial yard boundary is breached overnight—often after an impact or attempted access—leaving a wide opening near a service lane. The priority isn’t just security; it’s public safety and reducing liability.
In those cases, we’ll usually:
- establish the shortest safe perimeter line first (to reduce time with the site open),
- secure panels with couplers and add stabilisers on exposed runs,
- create a controlled access point for the site manager/contractors,
- then advise on next steps—whether that’s door boarding for a damaged entrance, or window boarding in Maidstone if internal glazing has been compromised.
If the ground is too uneven for standard bases, we’ll explain options before proceeding—no surprises.
Who uses our temporary fencing service?
We regularly help:
- Landlords and letting agents dealing with voids and boundary issues
- Facilities managers needing a fast, auditable response
- Shop owners and small businesses with rear-yard access risks
- Homeowners after storms or accidents
- Contractors needing a safe work boundary at short notice
If you’re calling on behalf of a business or managed site, tell us if you require specific site processes (keys, permits, inductions). We’ll work with what’s realistic in an emergency.
FAQs about temporary fencing in Maidstone
How quickly can you install temporary fencing?
We prioritise urgent jobs, but we don’t promise fixed arrival times—traffic, access, and existing emergency workload vary. If it’s dangerous or public-facing, tell us that when you call and we’ll triage appropriately. For urgent help, contact emergency boarding up and we’ll advise whether fencing, boarding, or both is needed.
Is temporary fencing suitable for a vacant property?
Often, yes—especially to control access to gardens, yards, and rear approaches. For medium-term building security, you may also want vacant property boarding or a more robust door solution via door boarding up.
Can you secure a site after a break-in or vandalism?
Yes. We can fence off open boundaries and help secure vulnerable entry points. For the “what next” steps after an incident, see burglary repairs and securing and vandalism repair and boarding.
Do you provide fencing for storm damage?
Yes—temporary fencing is commonly used after high winds bring down panels or expose a hazardous area. We can also secure damaged openings with roof boarding where appropriate. For guidance, see storm damage securing.
What information should I have ready when I call?
If you can, share:
- the address and postcode (ME1–ME20)
- what happened (impact, storm, break-in, fire, flood)
- whether the area is public-facing (near a pavement/road)
- approximate length of boundary needing fencing
- photos (only if safe)
Speak to a local Maidstone team
Whether it’s a sudden perimeter breach or you need to control access while repairs are arranged, we’ll give you clear advice and a practical plan.
Need help now? Call 01622 580 086 for immediate assistance.
Prefer email? info@boarding-up-maidstone.co.uk
