When a lease ends, small marks and repairs suddenly matter. Tenants want their bond back, landlords want the property ready for the next tenant, and property managers need it all done quickly. We handle end-of-lease and general rental repairs across Pakenham, Officer, Beaconsfield and surrounding towns, working with tenants, landlords and agents to tick off the items on the condition report.

Common end-of-lease repairs

• Removing picture hooks and patching holes
• Filling and painting over wall marks
• Repairing small dents and dings in plaster
• Fixing doors that stick or don’t latch
• Replacing door stops and fixing holes from door handles
• Replacing damaged flyscreens
• Fixing or replacing blinds and blind cords
• Replacing broken light globes (where accessible; not electrical repairs)
• Replacing toilet roll holders, towel rails and hooks
• Re-siliconing showers and baths
• Repairing kitchen cupboard doors and drawers
• Removing items left behind (see odd jobs and rubbish removal)
• Replacing smoke alarm batteries (alarms themselves may need an electrician or compliance service)

For tenants

Bond disputes often come down to wear and tear versus damage. Fair wear and tear, such as faded paint or worn carpet in walkways, is generally the landlord’s responsibility. Damage beyond fair wear and tear may be claimed from the bond. Repairing obvious damage such as holes from wall hooks or a broken flyscreen before you hand back the keys can reduce the risk of a claim.

Tips for tenants:

• Compare the property against your entry condition report
• Take dated photos before and after repairs
• Keep invoices for any work done
• Check what your lease allows for repairs and modifications
• Talk to your agent if you’re unsure what’s expected

For landlords

Between tenancies is the perfect time to catch up on maintenance. We can:

• Work through the outgoing condition report
• Fix minor issues before they become bigger problems
• Touch up paint and patch walls
• Check doors, locks, flyscreens and fittings
• Help with minimum standards items such as door locks and window coverings, within handyman scope

Since 2021, Victorian rental properties must meet minimum standards covering things like locks, window coverings, ventilation and structural soundness. Some items require licensed trades; we’ll tell you what falls outside our scope.

For property managers

We understand that agents need reliable tradespeople who communicate clearly. We provide:

• Prompt quotes against condition reports or work orders
• Access arrangements with tenants
• Before-and-after photos
• Itemised invoices
• Attendance across the Pakenham, Officer and Cardinia Shire corridor

See our page for property managers for more.

Wall patching and touch-up painting

Picture hook and anchor holes are the most common end-of-lease issue. We fill and sand holes, then touch up with paint. The best results come when the original paint colour and finish are known. If the colour can’t be matched, painting a whole wall corner to corner is often less noticeable than a spot repair. See plaster and wall patching and painting touch-ups.

Quick turnarounds

Many end-of-lease jobs have tight deadlines between the moving truck and the final inspection. Tell us your deadline when you request a quote and we’ll let you know whether we can meet it.

Mid-tenancy repairs

Rental repairs aren’t just for the end of a lease. Tenants and landlords also call us for doors that won’t close, broken cupboard hinges, leaking taps (plumbing referred to a plumber), damaged gates and fences. Victorian rental law distinguishes between urgent and non-urgent repairs; the landlord or agent is usually the right contact first.

Rental repairs across our service area

We do end-of-lease and rental repairs in Pakenham, Officer, Officer South, Beaconsfield, Pakenham Upper, Nar Nar Goon, Tynong, Garfield and Bunyip. Request a free quote with your condition report or a list of items.

End-of-lease checklist for tenants

Use this list to prepare for a final inspection. Compare every item against your entry condition report.

Walls and ceilings

• Remove all hooks, adhesive strips, nails and screws you installed (check your lease and any approvals first)
• Fill and patch holes, then touch up paint if you can match the colour
• Clean marks, scuffs and fingerprints

Doors and windows

• Check doors open, close and latch
• Replace damaged door stops
• Check window locks and catches work
• Repair or replace torn flyscreens

Kitchen

• Check cupboard doors and drawers align and close
• Check handles are secure
• Make sure the oven, rangehood and cooktop are clean (cleaning is usually a cleaner’s job)

Bathroom and laundry

• Check silicone and grout are clean and intact
• Check towel rails and toilet roll holders are secure
• Report any leaks to the agent

Outside

• Check gates latch and fences are as they were
• Remove rubbish and personal items
• Mow and tidy the garden if required by the lease

Taking dated photos after you finish can help if there’s a dispute.

Wear and tear explained

“Fair wear and tear” means the deterioration that happens over time through normal use, even when a tenant takes reasonable care. Examples may include:

• Faded curtains and paint
• Worn carpet in high-traffic areas
• Loose door handles from normal use
• Minor scuffs from furniture

Damage, on the other hand, results from accidents, negligence or misuse. Examples may include:

• Holes in walls from fixtures installed without permission
• Broken flyscreens
• Burns on benchtops
• Pet damage to doors and floors

This is a general guide only. Consumer Affairs Victoria and the Rental Bond Authority have information on bond claims and disputes, and VCAT handles disputes that can’t be resolved.

Repairs between tenancies

The few days between one tenant leaving and the next moving in are valuable. A focused visit can address:

• All the items on the outgoing condition report
• Small maintenance items noticed during the inspection
• Minimum standards items within handyman scope, such as window coverings, door locks on external doors and secure fittings
• Fresh silicone in wet areas
• Cleaning gutters and checking outdoor areas

We can work from a list provided by the agent and send photos of completed work.

Common rental repairs we see in Pakenham and Officer

Rentals in the growth corridor are often newer homes, so the issues tend to be about wear rather than age:

• Holes in plasterboard behind doors from missing door stops
• Sliding flyscreen doors damaged by pets
• Wardrobe sliding doors off their tracks
• Loose towel rails and toilet roll holders
• Kitchen drawers off their runners
• Scuffed walls in hallways and bedrooms
• Garage door remote-related issues (garage door motors need a specialist)

Older rentals in central Pakenham, Beaconsfield and the highway towns may also need timber repairs, window hardware and fence work.

Working with tenants in place

For mid-tenancy repairs, we coordinate access with the agent and tenant, arrive in the agreed window and keep disruption to a minimum. Victorian law sets rules about notice periods for entry; the agent or landlord is responsible for giving the correct notice.

Paint matching for rentals

Paint is where many end-of-lease repairs succeed or fail. A patch painted with the wrong shade or sheen looks worse than the original hole. To give the best chance of an invisible repair:

• Ask the agent or landlord for the paint brand, colour name and sheen used in the property. Many agents keep this on file.
• Check the garage or a cupboard for leftover paint tins.
• If the colour is unknown, we can take a small chip to a paint store for colour matching.
• Where a perfect match isn’t possible, painting the whole wall from corner to corner hides the repair better than a spot touch-up.

Ceiling white and common off-whites are usually easy to match. Feature walls and older paint that has faded or yellowed are harder.

Common hook and fixing removal

Tenants often use adhesive hooks and strips to avoid holes. When removed carelessly, they can tear the paint and paper face of the plasterboard. Pulling the tab straight down along the wall, slowly, usually releases them cleanly. If a strip has torn the surface, we can seal the torn paper, skim and repaint.

For screws and wall plugs, removing the plug neatly and filling the hole gives a better result than pushing the plug into the wall.

Gardens and outdoor areas

Leases often require tenants to maintain gardens. While gardening is usually a job for a gardener, we can help with related handyman tasks such as fixing the gate, re-fixing fence palings, clearing gutters and pressure-washing paths before inspection.

Documentation

For every rental job we can provide:

• An itemised invoice showing the address, date and work done
• Before-and-after photos
• Notes on anything that needs a licensed trade

This makes it easier for agents to update condition records and for tenants to show the work was done.

Timeframes

Let us know when your keys are due back and when the final inspection is booked. Small end-of-lease lists can often be finished in a single visit, though paint touch-ups need drying time between coats. If you’re also booking cleaners, it’s best to have repairs done first, so dust from sanding is cleaned up afterwards.

Landlords living elsewhere

Many investors who own homes in Pakenham, Officer and the growth corridor live in other suburbs, interstate or overseas. We can act on instructions from you or your agent, attend the property, complete the agreed work and send photos and an invoice, so you don’t need to be there in person.

Tell us the property address, the inspection date and what’s on the list, and we’ll confirm quickly.

Frequently asked questions