Emergency Glass Repair and Board-Up Service in New York City

When a storefront window gets smashed, a glass door gets shattered by impact, or a severe weather event compromises your building envelope, you need a commercial glazing contractor on site fast. Liberty Door Supply provides emergency glass repair and temporary board-up service for commercial properties throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. We secure the opening, protect the interior, and schedule the permanent glass replacement, all under one contractor.

What does emergency commercial glass repair and board-up actually cover?

Board-up is the immediate response. When storefront glass fails, whether from vandalism, a vehicle strike, a break-in attempt, or storm damage, the opening must be secured before permanent glazing work can begin. Our crews arrive with plywood sheathing, structural fasteners, and temporary framing materials to close the opening and make it weather-tight.

After the board-up is complete, the repair phase begins. This typically includes:

• Tempered glass replacement in aluminum storefront systems such as Kawneer 350 Series, YKK AP TU-60, and EFCO 403 Series doors and frames
• Laminated safety glass replacement in curtain wall and high-impact applications
• Insulated glass unit (IGU) replacement for thermally broken storefront framing
• Aluminum frame repair or resetting when impact has bent or knocked a frame out of alignment
• Door hardware reinstallation including Dorma, LCN, and Norton door closers, Von Duprin and Precision panic bars, and push/pull hardware
• Rolling security gate repair when a gate was forced or damaged during the same incident

Every replacement lite we install meets New York City Building Code glazing requirements, including ANSI Z97.1 safety glazing standards for hazardous locations. We do not cut corners on glass type or thickness to turn a job around faster.

How does the emergency response process work for NYC commercial buildings?

Speed matters, but so does doing the work right. Here is the sequence Liberty Door Supply follows on emergency calls:

1. Initial call and dispatch. You describe the damage and location. We confirm the building type, opening size, and access requirements, then dispatch a crew.
2. Site assessment on arrival. Our fabricator inspects the frame condition, measures the opening, and documents the existing glass system and hardware. This matters for sourcing a matching replacement unit quickly.
3. Temporary board-up. The opening is closed and secured with structural sheathing. For occupied retail spaces or office buildings, we work efficiently to minimize disruption to tenants and foot traffic.
4. Replacement glass fabrication. Tempered and laminated units are cut to size at our facility. Custom sizes for curtain wall and specialty framing systems are ordered from our glass fabrication partners.
5. Permanent reinstallation. We glaze the replacement unit, re-bed framing gaskets and glazing tape, reinstall hardware, and inspect the finished assembly for plumb, square, and weather seal integrity.

For properties in dense areas like Midtown Manhattan, Downtown Brooklyn, or Jamaica, Queens, we coordinate with building management on parking, sidewalk access, and any required NYC DOT street permits for equipment placement.

Why does it matter which contractor you call for a commercial board-up in New York City?

Not every contractor who shows up with plywood is qualified to do the follow-on glass and aluminum work. Calling a general handyman or a residential glazier for a commercial storefront creates problems. Residential glass suppliers often do not stock the glass thicknesses and configurations required by NYC Building Code for commercial applications. Framing systems like Kawneer, Tubelite, or EFCO require specific setting blocks, glazing compounds, and bite dimensions. Getting these wrong means the repair fails or fails inspection.

Liberty Door Supply fabricates and installs commercial aluminum and glass systems every day across all five boroughs. We know the DOB inspection requirements for storefront glazing in New York City. We understand ADA door clearance and hardware requirements that must be maintained even after emergency replacement. When your storefront entry system includes an automatic door operator such as a NABCO Gyro-Tech or Stanley Dura-Glide unit, we coordinate the glazing work so the operator can be properly reinstalled without damage.

Property managers and general contractors also benefit from working with a single contractor for both the board-up and the permanent repair. It simplifies insurance documentation, keeps the scope of work clear, and avoids disputes between a board-up company and a glazing sub over who is responsible for the finished condition of the opening.

If you manage a commercial building, retail strip, or mixed-use property anywhere in New York City, save the number now. Call Liberty Door Supply at (347) 928-7349 the moment glass damage occurs. The faster we get on site, the faster your storefront is protected and back in service.

Frequently asked questions

Do you repair glass on weekends and holidays?

Yes. Liberty Door Supply responds to emergency board-up and glass repair calls seven days a week, including holidays, across all five boroughs.

Can you match existing storefront framing and glass after an emergency repair?

In most cases, yes. We stock common Kawneer, YKK AP, and EFCO aluminum profiles and carry tempered, laminated, and insulated glass units to match existing assemblies as closely as possible.

Is a temporary board-up permanent?

No. Board-up is a short-term protective measure. Liberty Door Supply will schedule a full glass and aluminum replacement to restore the storefront to code-compliant, finished condition.