Calgary Unit Turnover, Drywall, Painting, Cleaning & Framing FAQ

A unit turnover (also called a make-ready) is everything that happens between one tenant moving out and the next moving in: the move-out inspection, cleaning, paint, drywall repairs, flooring care, small repairs, lock changes, junk removal and a final check. UnitRevive handles all of it as one job in Calgary, so the unit is ready to rent again as fast as possible.

Most standard rental unit turnovers in Calgary are completed in 24 to 72 hours, depending on the size of the unit and how much work it needs. Units that need flooring replacement or larger repairs take longer, and we confirm the timeline in writing before we start.

Most turnovers drag on because of coordination: the cleaner waits for the painter, the painter waits for the drywaller, and the handyman comes last. UnitRevive runs the trades in the right order under one schedule, so nobody sits waiting on someone else.

It depends on the unit size, its condition and what it needs, so we quote every turnover on its own scope rather than charging a flat rate for work your unit may not need. Send us the unit details or book a walkthrough and you will get a written, itemized quote within one business day. Property management companies with recurring turnovers can set up volume pricing.

A full turnover can include a move-out inspection, deep cleaning (including inside appliances and cabinets), paint touch-ups or a full repaint, drywall patching, flooring care or replacement, handyman repairs, lock changes, smoke and CO detector checks, junk removal, and dated before/after photos with a written condition report. We only quote what your unit actually needs.

Yes. Every turnover ends with dated before/after photos and a written condition report, so you can approve the work without driving to the unit and have evidence on file if a damage deposit deduction is ever disputed.

Our condition report flags them separately. Normal wear, such as faded paint, light scuffs or carpet worn from ordinary use, is refreshed as part of the turnover. Tenant damage, such as holes, stains or broken fixtures, is photographed and documented on its own so you have clear evidence for a deposit deduction.

Yes. We work with single-unit landlords and with property management companies turning over units across a portfolio. We can run parallel crews and give you one consolidated schedule and one point of contact.

Yes. We can act as your dedicated turnover vendor, work alongside your existing maintenance team, or take over the whole process. We set up preferred-vendor agreements and volume pricing for companies with recurring turnovers.

Move-out cleaning covers the whole unit top to bottom: kitchens including inside the oven, fridge and cabinets, bathrooms, floors, baseboards, doors, light switches, windowsills and closets. It leaves the unit ready for a showing or a move-in inspection.

The price depends on the size of the unit and how much cleaning it needs. A lightly used one-bedroom is a very different job from a house left with heavy grease and debris. Tell us the unit size and condition, or send photos, and we will give you a written quote within one business day.

A move-out clean in Calgary is priced on the size of the unit (studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom or house), its condition, and extras such as inside the oven and fridge, walls, blinds or carpets. Two units with the same floor plan can be very different jobs, so we quote each one in writing, usually from a few photos, within one business day.

It depends on the size and condition of the unit. A lightly used apartment takes far less time than a house with heavy grease, debris or pet hair. We confirm the timing with your quote, and on a full turnover we schedule the clean last, after painting and repairs, so the unit is spotless for the next tenant.

Yes, if the unit was not left reasonably clean. In Alberta, a landlord can deduct reasonable cleaning costs from the security deposit, but only with a completed move-in and move-out inspection report, and the deductions must be itemized in a written statement to the tenant. Normal wear and tear cannot be charged. Our dated before/after photos and condition report give landlords clear records. This is general information, not legal advice: check the Residential Tenancies Act or Service Alberta for your situation.

Tenants in Alberta must leave the unit reasonably clean, and some leases also require professional carpet cleaning at move-out, so check the lease. Carpet worn from normal foot traffic is wear and tear, while stains or damage that need cleaning or replacement can be the tenant's responsibility. We can include carpet cleaning or replacement as part of a turnover.

Yes. We clean units before a new tenant or owner moves in, including a final wipe-down after any painting or repairs are done.

Post-construction cleaning is the clean-up after a renovation or new build: removing drywall dust, paint splatter, stickers, labels and debris, and cleaning windows, fixtures, cabinets and floors so the space is ready for handover or move-in.

Yes. We do rough cleans, final construction cleans and touch-up cleans for builders, general contractors, renovators and homeowners in Calgary and the surrounding area.

Yes. We haul out furniture, garbage, debris and anything else left in the unit as part of a turnover or as a standalone property clean-out.

We patch holes of any size, fix cracks and nail pops, repair water-damaged sections, re-tape lifting seams, and replace damaged boards. We also do full drywall installation, taping and mudding for renovations and new builds.

Drywall repair is priced by the number and size of the repairs, the finish needed and whether the area needs painting afterwards. A few door-handle holes is a small job, and water damage or a full room is a larger one. Send photos of the damage and we will quote it within one business day.

Calgary has fast temperature and humidity swings, especially during chinooks. Framing expands and contracts, which shows up as nail pops, hairline cracks above doors and windows, and tape seams lifting at corners. Most of it is cosmetic, but it is best repaired properly so it does not keep coming back.

Not when it is done properly. We patch, sand, prime the repaired areas and then paint, so the patch does not flash through the new paint. Skipping the primer step is the most common reason repairs show through weeks later.

Spackle is fine for nail holes and small dents because it dries fast and shrinks little. For anything bigger, such as patches, cracks, taped seams or water damage, professionals use joint compound (drywall mud), often a setting-type compound for the first coats and a lighter all-purpose compound to finish. That is what gives a smooth repair that disappears under paint.

Yes. We take commercial drywall taping, painting and deficiency work for general contractors and drywall companies in Calgary and area.

We paint interiors for homes, rental units, condos and commercial spaces: walls, ceilings, trim, doors and full repaints or touch-ups. We also take painting work on larger construction projects for builders and general contractors.

Painting is priced by the area being painted, the number of coats, how much prep and drywall repair the walls need, and whether ceilings, trim and doors are included. We give you a written quote after seeing the space or photos of it.

For most rentals we recommend eggshell on walls, because it wipes clean better than flat and hides imperfections better than semi-gloss, semi-gloss on trim and doors, and a moisture-resistant product in bathrooms. Using one neutral colour across all your units makes future touch-ups faster and cheaper.

Yes. We protect floors and furniture, keep the work area tidy at the end of each day, and work room by room so you can keep using the rest of your home.

Yes. We paint commercial spaces and take painting and final-touch work on construction projects for general contractors across Calgary and the surrounding area.

UnitRevive provides labour-only residential framing crews for home builders in Calgary and area, including single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes and basement developments.

Labour-only means the builder supplies the material package and we supply the framing crew. It lets builders keep control of material purchasing while getting a reliable crew on site.

Labour-only framing is priced per square foot of framed area. Send us the plans and we will quote the job.

Yes. Our crews are covered under Alberta WCB, and UnitRevive carries $2 million in commercial liability insurance. We can send our WCB clearance letter and insurance certificate before the job starts.

Yes. We frame basement developments, and can also handle the drywall, flooring, painting and cleaning that follow if you want one company for the whole basement.

It depends on the size and design of the home, the number of storeys, the crew size, the weather and how quickly material and inspections arrive. A simple bungalow frames much faster than a large custom home. Send us the plans and your target dates and we will confirm a framing schedule with the quote.

Yes. We change or rekey locks as part of a unit turnover, either with hardware you supply or hardware we arrange. It is a step many landlords forget until move-in day, so we fold it into the turnover schedule.

Rekeying changes the pins inside the existing lock so the old keys stop working and new keys do, while keeping the same hardware. It is usually the quicker, lower-cost option between tenants. Changing the locks replaces the hardware completely, which makes sense when locks are worn, damaged, or you want to upgrade, for example to a keypad or smart lock. We can do either as part of a turnover.

Former tenants, their guests or anyone they gave a key to may still have a copy. Changing or rekeying the locks before a new tenant moves in protects the new tenant and protects you as the landlord.

No. UnitRevive is not an emergency locksmith. We handle planned lock changes, rekeys and door hardware as part of turnovers and property maintenance. For a lockout in the middle of the night, call a 24-hour locksmith.

Yes. We repair and replace door handles, deadbolts, hinges, strike plates and door closers as part of our handyman and property maintenance work.

We handle doors and hardware, locks, cabinets, fixtures, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, light fixtures and switches, shelving, caulking and general maintenance for homeowners, landlords and property managers.

Handyman work is priced by the job list. The more repairs we can do in one visit, the better value it is. Send us your list and we will quote it within one business day.

Yes. We work with landlords and property managers on repairs between and during tenancies, and can coordinate access with tenants for repairs in occupied units.

Yes. During a turnover walkthrough we test smoke and CO detectors, check batteries, and confirm locks and window latches work. Anything that needs more than a battery gets flagged in your report.

Yes. UnitRevive carries $2 million in commercial liability insurance. We can send a certificate of insurance on request for your vendor file.

Yes. Crews are covered under Alberta WCB, so a job-site injury is handled through WCB and not through you as the property owner. We send our WCB clearance letter before day one.

Yes. UnitRevive holds a City of Calgary business licence. UnitRevive is a registered trade name of 2524501 Alberta Ltd.

Yes. We follow a written safety program on every job and can provide a copy for your vendor file.

UnitRevive is led by Edward Gblorkpor, PMP, a certified Project Management Professional with hands-on experience as a framer, ironworker and lead hand, and years of managing construction crews, schedules and quality inspections.

Yes. Email info@unitrevive.ca and we will send our WCB clearance letter, certificate of insurance and business licence.

Fill in the quote form on our homepage, call or text +1 (587) 997-5510, or email info@unitrevive.ca. Tell us the address area, the work needed and your deadline. We reply with a scope and price within one business day.

Yes. Quotes are free, and every quote is written and itemized so you know exactly what is included.

We are based in Calgary and serve Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere, Okotoks, High River, Strathmore and Rocky View County. For portfolio clients we take work elsewhere in the region case by case.

It depends on the size of the job and our schedule that week. Tell us your move-in date or deadline when you ask for a quote, and we will confirm whether we can meet it before you book.

Yes. Most of our work is for landlords, property managers and builders, but we also take painting, drywall, cleaning, repair and renovation work for homeowners.