Rental Turnover Repair Costs in the South Bay (2026)
Quick answer: Tru Service starting prices for a between-tenants punch list are $120 for general maintenance, $135 for doors, windows and trim, $145 for drywall and patching, $155 for carpentry and assembly, and $165 for fixtures and lighting. Send the whole list with photos and we confirm the price for the unit before any work starts, so you know the number before you approve it.
Handyman support for South Bay property managers
Turnover repair prices by type of work
A move-out punch list is rarely one big job. It is ten small ones across every room. These are the Tru Service starting prices for each type of work on a typical list. Each is the lowest price for that category; the final price depends on scope, materials and access, and we confirm it before work starts.
| Common move-out item | Starts from | Tru Service category |
|---|---|---|
| Caulk at tubs, sinks and counters; weatherproofing; gutter cleaning; small tune-ups | $120 | General Maintenance |
| Doors that stick or will not latch, loose hinges, sticky locks, torn screens, worn weather stripping | $135 | Doors, Windows & Trim |
| Anchor and nail holes from tenant TVs and art, doorknob holes, dented corners, texture match and paint prep | $145 | Drywall & Patching |
| Closet shelving, trim repair, small wood repairs, furniture assembly for furnished units | $155 | Carpentry & Assembly |
| Light fixtures, ceiling fans, faucets, towel bars and other bathroom accessories, door hardware | $165 | Fixture & Lighting |
Want a price for a specific unit? Send the list and photos, or call 831-607-6479. We are available 24/7.
Why one list beats five calls
Small repairs come with a price floor. HomeGuide notes that many pros charge a minimum service fee covering one to two hours of work, even for a quick fix, and that scheduling several issues in one visit is how you get the most from it. Turnover is where that matters most: a patched wall, a re-hung closet door and a new towel bar are each small, and paying a separate trip for each adds up fast.
Send the full list for the unit at once, grouped by room. We price it together, tell you what can be done in one visit, and flag anything that needs a separate trip or a different trade before you approve it.
What market ranges look like for the same repairs
If you are comparing bids, our cost guides lay out published market ranges for the most common turnover items, with the sources linked:
- Drywall repair cost: holes, dings and texture matching.
- Door repair cost: sticking doors, hinges, latches, weather stripping and screens.
- Ceiling repair cost: nail pops, cracks and water stains.
- Fixture, fan and faucet install cost: the common swaps in kitchens and baths.
- Handyman cost in San Jose: hourly vs. flat-rate pricing across jobs.
How to get one clear price for a unit
The faster we can read the list, the faster you get a number you can approve. For each unit, include:
- The property city and unit number, and whether the unit is vacant or occupied.
- The repair list by room, in priority order, with one close-up and one wider photo per item.
- Your rent-ready date and how access works.
- Who approves the estimate, and any spending limit that needs further approval.
- Materials already on site, such as paint, hardware or replacement fixtures, and any vendor documents you require.
We keep a reusable version of this list on our property manager page: download the property repair request checklist. We confirm the scope and price before work starts, clean up after, and do a walkthrough before payment.
Recurring work and portfolio pricing
If you turn over units regularly or manage several properties, we can discuss portfolio pricing based on the scope, volume and scheduling of the work. Send a representative repair list so we can price it clearly. Any ongoing terms are agreed before work starts, and a first conversation does not commit you to a maintenance contract.
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Frequently asked
How much do move-out repairs cost between tenants?
Tru Service starting prices are $120 for general maintenance, $135 for doors, windows and trim, $145 for drywall and patching, $155 for carpentry and assembly, and $165 for fixtures and lighting. The final price depends on the full list, materials and access, and we confirm it from photos before any work starts.
Can you price a whole turnover list at once?
Yes. Send the list by room with photos, the property city and your rent-ready date. We review it together, confirm the price before work starts, and flag anything that needs a separate visit or a different trade.
Do you work in occupied units?
Tell us whether the unit is occupied and who will coordinate access. We confirm the arrangements with you before scheduling; the request itself does not authorize entry.
Which South Bay cities do you cover for property managers?
San Jose (including Willow Glen and Almaden), Santa Clara, Campbell, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Mountain View and Milpitas.
Starting prices on this page are Tru Service's own published "from" prices by service category; the final price depends on scope, materials and access and is confirmed before work starts. The minimum-charge note is from HomeGuide's door repair cost guide (June 2026). Market ranges for individual repairs are in the linked cost guides, with their sources.