Boarding Up in Coombes (BN15)
In the quiet rural hamlet of Coombes, tucked along the River Adur in West Sussex, property damage can feel especially isolating. Whether it’s a storm rattling the old stone cottages near St Andrew’s Church or a break-in at a remote farmstead off Botolphs Bridge Road, you need a local team who understands the area’s scattered properties and limited access routes. We’re Boarding Up Brighton, covering all BN postcodes including BN15, and we specialise in securing homes, farms, and outbuildings here with minimal disruption to your day.
Coombes sits just inland from Shoreham-by-Sea, with its mix of period farmhouses, timber-framed barns, and modest bungalows amid the South Downs. Properties here often date back centuries, featuring thick walls but vulnerable leaded windows or stable doors that weather takes its toll on. We’re familiar with the narrow lanes like Cross Lane leading to the church, and how getting equipment to isolated spots requires careful planning—especially after heavy rain swells the Adur. Our technicians know the shortcuts via the A283 and the quick hop from Shoreham-by-Sea railway station, ensuring we reach you without delay.
Common Scenarios in Coombes and How We Respond
Rural spots like Coombes see their share of storm damage from Atlantic gales whipping down the valley, or opportunistic burglaries targeting unattended outbuildings. Vandalism is rarer but can hit during events at nearby Steyning or when youths spill over from Shoreham. Here’s a real example from our work: last winter, a fierce southerly battered a 17th-century cottage near Coombes Farm, smashing a dormer window and exposing the interior to driving rain. The owner, miles away in Brighton, called us at dusk. We arrived via the back lanes from Southwick, assessed the access challenges around the sloping roof, and fitted 18mm exterior-grade plywood with anti-tamper fixings. By morning, the site was watertight, with time-stamped photos and a detailed work statement for their insurer—no drama, just solid securing.
For farms and equestrian properties common here, we adapt: larger openings like stable doors get reinforced OSB panels or temporary steel doors if the frame’s twisted. In mixed-use spots near Upper Beeding, where residential meets agricultural, we prioritise weatherproofing to prevent further rot in those permeable Sussex timbers.
Our Boarding Up Services Tailored to Coombes Properties
We handle everything from window boarding for cracked panes in churchyard cottages to door boarding for kicked-in farm gates. Shopfronts are less common, but if you’re running a roadside honesty stall or B&B near Botolphs, our shopfront boarding scales down effectively.
- Materials we use: 18mm plywood for durability against coastal winds, or 12mm OSB for lighter applications—always marine-grade to shrug off Adur humidity.
- Fixing methods: Non-destructive where possible, screwing into reveals with coach bolts; if masonry’s cracked, we explain epoxy anchors upfront.
- Special considerations: Elevated sites near the Downs need ladder access checks; riverside properties get extra ventilation holes to combat damp.
Our DBS-checked team carries public liability insurance, and we provide itemised invoices plus before-and-after shots via email or WhatsApp. We’re not glaziers—we secure first, so you can focus on repairs later.
The Process When Trouble Hits in Coombes
- Call us: Give your location (e.g., “near St Andrew’s Church, BN15”) and situation—we log urgency.
- We assess remotely: Advise on immediate safety, like taping cracks if safe.
- On-site: Arrive equipped, measure precisely (accounting for uneven quoins), fit securely.
- Wrap up: Hand over paperwork, including police/insurer notes. No fixed times quoted—rural access varies, but BN15 calls jump the queue.
Keep your police reference if it’s crime-related, snap safe photos beforehand, and loop in your insurer early—we’ll supply what they need for claims.
Coverage Around Coombes
From Coombes, we’re minutes from Shoreham-by-Sea, Southwick, Upper Beeding, and Botolphs. Our BN15 focus extends seamlessly to these neighbours, whether it’s storm damage along the Adur flood plain or burglary repairs in Steyning’s outliers. Full areas we cover span BN1 to BN88.
FAQs About Boarding Up in Coombes
How quickly can you reach a property near Botolphs Bridge Road in Coombes?
We prioritise BN15 and don’t promise clocks, but knowing the lanes from Shoreham station helps us move fast—traffic on the A283 is our main variable.
Is boarding up for listed buildings like those near St Andrew’s Church okay?
Yes, we use reversible fixings on period properties and document everything for heritage or council approvals.
What if my Coombes farm needs securing after floodwater from the Adur?
We board openings and advise on ventilation; full drying is for specialists, but we prevent further ingress.
Does insurance cover emergency boarding in rural BN15 spots?
Typically yes—provide our invoice and photos. Check your policy; we’re happy to chat claims via insurance claims page.
Next Steps
Need secure now? Call 01273 092 166 for Coombes (BN15) response. Or email us for quotes.
