Tarp & Board Up Services — NatCat Solutions
Emergency Property Protection

Tarp & Board Up Services

Rapid response to secure, protect, and stabilize your property. From emergency roof tarping to boarding windows and doors, we prevent further damage when every second counts.

Why Immediate Property Securing is Critical — NatCat Solutions
Time-Sensitive Protection

Why Immediate Property Securing is Critical

Emergency property securing services

In the aftermath of a fire, severe storm, or break-in, every single minute counts. An exposed roof or shattered window leaves your property completely vulnerable to incoming rain, high winds, vandalism, and theft, rapidly turning a manageable loss into a catastrophic financial disaster. Furthermore, most property insurance policies legally require the owner to take "reasonable steps" to mitigate further damage; failing to act quickly can actually result in denied claim payouts. Nat Cat Solutions provides rapid, professional emergency securing services to protect your valuable assets, prevent costly secondary damage, and ensure full compliance with your insurance requirements.

Critical Statistic 3x More Likely Without Securing

Unsecured properties are 3x more likely to suffer severe secondary damage from weather or vandalism within the first 48 hours.

Comprehensive Emergency Property Protection Services — NatCat Solutions
Emergency Securing Services

Comprehensive Emergency Property Protection Services

From shattered windows to compromised roofs, Nat Cat Solutions provides rapid, heavy-duty securing services to make your property weather-tight, secure, and fully compliant with insurance mitigation requirements.

Emergency Roof Tarping
Roof Protection

Emergency Roof Tarping

Our safety-trained professionals install heavy-duty, waterproof tarps to immediately stop active leaks and protect your interiors from incoming rain, snow, and further structural water damage.

Window and Door Board-Up
Secure Openings

Window & Door Board-Up

We secure your property with heavy-duty plywood or metal boarding to seal broken glass, prevent unauthorized entry, and effectively deter vandalism or theft at both residential and commercial sites.

Fence and Perimeter Security
Perimeter Control

Fence & Perimeter Security

We rapidly deploy temporary fencing and heavy-duty barricades to keep the public safe, limit your liability, and secure large commercial, industrial, or residential property perimeters.

Structural Shoring
Structural Safety

Structural Shoring

Our team provides temporary, engineered support for compromised walls, floors, or ceilings, ensuring absolute safety for occupants and our technicians during the initial damage assessment phase.

The Nat Cat Advantage: Professional Securing vs. Unlicensed Alternatives
Why We Are Different

The Nat Cat Advantage: Professional Securing vs. Unlicensed Alternatives

When your property is exposed to the elements, the difference between a certified restoration firm and an unlicensed handyman is critical. See why property owners and insurance adjusters trust Nat Cat Solutions to protect their assets.

The Nat Cat Solutions Standard Certified · Insured · Accountable
  • 01

    True 24/7/365 Emergency Dispatch

    Disasters don't wait, and neither do we. Our elite teams arrive rapidly, day or night, to secure your property immediately.

  • 02

    Insurance-Compliant Documentation

    We provide the exact photos, moisture logs, and scopes of work adjusters need to seamlessly approve your mitigation claim.

  • 03

    Heavy-Duty, Professional Materials

    We use commercial-grade waterproof tarps, structural plywood, and proper fasteners designed to withstand severe weather and high winds.

  • 04

    Fully Insured & Safety Compliant

    Our teams use OSHA-compliant safety gear and carry full liability insurance, protecting you from any on-site accident liabilities.

  • 05

    Seamless Transition to Restoration

    Once secured, we immediately pivot to full water/fire mitigation and reconstruction, keeping you under one roof.

Unlicensed Handymen or DIY Attempts Risky · Uninsured · Unaccountable
  • 01

    Delayed Response Times

    Limited availability means your property stays exposed longer, drastically increasing the risk of severe secondary damage.

  • 02

    No Claim Documentation

    A lack of proper photos and detailed scopes often results in denied or significantly reduced insurance payouts.

  • 03

    Substandard Materials

    Using basic hardware store tarps or improper fasteners leads to leaks, blow-offs, and further structural deterioration.

  • 04

    High Liability Risk

    Hiring uninsured workers means you are personally and financially responsible for any on-site accidents or injuries.

  • 05

    Fragmented Process

    They leave after boarding up, forcing you to hire, vet, and coordinate a completely new team for the actual cleanup and rebuild.

Trusted Emergency Securing Across All Sectors — NatCat Solutions
Industries We Secure

Trusted Emergency Securing Across All Sectors

Nat Cat Solutions delivers rapid, compliant property protection tailored to the unique security and safety needs of every industry.

01 / Residential

Residential Homes

We secure single-family homes after fires or storms, treating your property with care to restore your family's peace of mind.

02 / Commercial

Commercial Retail & Offices

Rapid board-up and tarping for storefronts and offices, focusing on immediate security to minimize business interruption and protect valuable assets.

03 / Multifamily

Multifamily & HOA Properties

Expert securing for apartment complexes and condominiums, coordinating with property managers to protect common areas and units from weather damage.

04 / Industrial

Industrial & Warehouses

Heavy-duty perimeter security and roof tarping for large-scale manufacturing plants and storage facilities, protecting critical inventory from severe weather exposure.

05 / Hospitality

Hospitality & Hotels

Fast, discreet emergency securing for hotels and resorts, ensuring guest safety and minimizing downtime after unexpected storm or fire damage.

06 / Municipal

Municipal & Public Facilities

Strict adherence to public safety standards when securing schools, government buildings, and community centers to protect occupants and limit liability.

01 / Residential

Residential Homes

We secure single-family homes after fires or storms, treating your property with care to restore your family's peace of mind.

02 / Commercial

Commercial Retail & Offices

Rapid board-up and tarping for storefronts and offices, focusing on immediate security to minimize business interruption and protect valuable assets.

03 / Multifamily

Multifamily & HOA Properties

Expert securing for apartment complexes and condominiums, coordinating with property managers to protect common areas and units from weather damage.

04 / Industrial

Industrial & Warehouses

Heavy-duty perimeter security and roof tarping for large-scale manufacturing plants and storage facilities, protecting critical inventory from severe weather exposure.

05 / Hospitality

Hospitality & Hotels

Fast, discreet emergency securing for hotels and resorts, ensuring guest safety and minimizing downtime after unexpected storm or fire damage.

06 / Municipal

Municipal & Public Facilities

Strict adherence to public safety standards when securing schools, government buildings, and community centers to protect occupants and limit liability.

Frequently Asked Questions About Board-Up & Tarping — NatCat Solutions
Answers & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions About Board-Up & Tarping

Straight answers to the questions we hear most often — so you can move forward with confidence and clarity.

A Yes. Most homeowners and commercial insurance policies cover these immediate mitigation costs as a required step to prevent further damage to the property.

A Tarps are strictly temporary. While heavy-duty, they are not a permanent fix. We recommend permanent roof repairs begin as soon as your insurance claim is approved.

A Absolutely. We provide rapid, secure boarding services immediately after vandalism, theft, or accidental breakage to protect your property from further intrusion or weather.

A Our teams are available 24/7/365 and typically arrive on-site within 30 to 60 minutes of your call, depending on your location and traffic conditions. Rapid response is critical to preventing secondary damage.

A Emergency tarping is a short-term protective measure installed immediately after damage to prevent water intrusion. A temporary repair is a more durable structural fix that can last weeks or months until permanent restoration begins.

A In most jurisdictions, emergency securing work does not require a permit because it is a protective measure, not a permanent construction project. However, we can advise on local requirements and coordinate any permitting needed for follow-up restoration.

A In most cases, your insurance policy reimburses the cost of emergency securing as part of your covered claim, since it's a required mitigation step. We provide detailed documentation, line-item invoices, and photo evidence to support full claim recovery.

Contact — NatCat Solutions
Let's Talk

Let's Discuss Your Next Project

Whether you're planning a renovation, managing facilities, addressing environmental concerns, or recovering from property damage, our team is ready to help.

Reach Us Directly

Phone 800.760.8772
Office 201 W Lake St, Loop, Chicago, IL
Hours Mon – Fri: 8.00 – 17.00
Saturday: 8.00 – 13.00
Sunday: Closed