Drywall damage is common during apartment turnovers. Small holes, damaged corners, anchors, dents, failed tape, and larger wall openings should be repaired before painting so the finished unit does not show old damage through new coatings.
Common Turnover Drywall Repairs
Typical repairs include nail and anchor holes, door-handle damage, corner-bead dents, small impact holes, cutouts from prior repairs, cracked joints, and localized water-damage areas after the source has been corrected.
Match the Repair to the Damage
Small surface defects may need compound and sanding. Larger holes can require backing and new drywall. Damaged corners may need corner-bead work. Wet or contaminated drywall should be evaluated differently from ordinary impact damage.
Texture and Finish Blending
A patch is not complete if it remains obvious after paint. Texture, sanding, primer, and finish preparation should be selected so the repaired area blends with the surrounding wall.
Coordinate Drywall With the Rest of the Turnover
Complete dusty wall repairs before final paint, flooring cleanup, and move-in cleaning. This keeps finished surfaces cleaner and reduces rework.
How This Fits the Turnover Process
- Walk the unit: Document condition, photos, priorities, and leasing deadline.
- Approve the scope: Define included work, exclusions, materials, and any items that need separate trade approval.
- Complete work in sequence: Handle removal and repairs before finish work, then protect completed surfaces.
- Perform a punch walk: Compare the completed unit with the approved scope and close out remaining details.
Built Around Property-Manager Coordination
For multifamily turnovers, communication is part of the work. The property team should know which unit is active, what is complete, what is waiting on material or approval, and what remains before the unit can be released. When several units are involved, consistent scopes and photo documentation can make that process easier to manage.
This site handles service requests and helps route project information. Provider, scope, schedule, pricing, and availability must be confirmed for each property before work is booked.
Request Turnover Pricing
Send the property address, unit number, target ready date, and the work you need. If possible, include photos and note whether the unit is vacant. For multiple units, list the priority order so the request can be reviewed as a batch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with occupied units?
Turnover work is typically easiest in vacant units. If a unit is occupied, note that in the request so access and scope can be evaluated.
Can several services be combined in one turnover?
Yes. A make-ready scope can combine compatible repair, paint, flooring, cleanout, and punch-list items when the provider and schedule are confirmed.
Can I send multiple units at once?
Yes. Include unit numbers, target ready dates, and priorities so the request can be organized by deadline.
Do I need photos?
Photos are useful for initial scope review, especially when they show wall damage, flooring condition, bathrooms, doors, trim, and abandoned contents.
Is pricing fixed before the unit is reviewed?
No. Pricing depends on the actual condition, quantities, materials, access, and deadline. The approved scope should define what is included.