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Apartment Turnover · All Five Boroughs

Apartment Turnover Contractor for NYC Property Managers

Melani General Contractor delivers fast, dependable apartment turnover services for property managers across the five boroughs. From paint refresh to full fixture replacement, our crews complete units in 2 to 3 weeks with full documentation. Call (718) 283-4154 now to schedule your next turnover.

NYC Licensed GC #626219
10–14 Business Day Turnovers
Photo-Documented Closeout
Turnover Services

Rental Unit Turnover Services Built Around Property Management Schedules

Vacant units cost property managers money every day they sit empty between tenants. Melani General Contractor handles the full turnover scope on tight schedules, so units return to market quickly without compromising quality.

Standard Package

Standard Turnover Package

The standard package covers wall priming, fresh paint in builder-grade neutrals, floor refinishing or replacement, and fixture cleaning. Most one-bedroom units are completed within ten to fourteen business days, depending on access and existing conditions.

  • Wall priming and patching before paint goes on
  • Builder-grade neutral paint matched to the building standard
  • Floor refinishing or plank replacement as conditions require
  • Fixture, appliance, and cabinet cleaning before handover
Painter rolling builder-grade neutral paint on the wall of an empty NYC apartment with floor protection down
Custom Scope

Custom Scope Turnover

When a unit requires more than cosmetic work, the team scopes plaster repair, cabinet refacing, appliance swaps, and bathroom updates. Property managers receive a written estimate before work begins, with a defined start and finish date in NYC.

  • Plaster and drywall repair on damaged walls and ceilings
  • Cabinet refacing or replacement in kitchens and baths
  • Appliance swaps coordinated with delivery and removal
  • Written estimate with fixed start and finish dates
Contractor installing cabinet doors and swapping an appliance in a vacant New York City apartment kitchen
Estimating

Same-Day Walkthrough and Estimate

A project manager meets you at the unit, documents conditions, and submits a detailed estimate within 24 hours. This shortens the gap between move-out and contractor mobilization across the boroughs.

  • Project manager on site the same week you call
  • Conditions photographed and itemized room by room
  • Detailed estimate delivered within 24 hours
  • Faster mobilization after every move-out
Project manager photographing conditions during a walkthrough of an empty New York City apartment
72-Hour Response

Emergency Turnover Response

When a tenant vacates with little notice or leaves significant damage, crews can mobilize within 72 hours. The team prioritizes restoring habitability so the leasing office can begin showing the unit again.

  • Crew mobilization within 72 hours of the call
  • Debris removal and damaged material demolition first
  • Habitability items prioritized over cosmetic finishes
  • Leasing office updated as milestones close out
Crew clearing debris and damaged materials from a vacated New York City apartment during an emergency turnover
Multi-Unit Coordination

Multi-Unit Renovation Coordination for NYC Building Owners

Portfolios with several vacancies need a contractor who can run parallel projects without losing track of schedules, budgets, or documentation. Melani General Contractor coordinates multi-unit work across single buildings and scattered properties throughout the region.

Building-Wide Refresh Programs

When ownership decides to refresh several units in one push, the crew sequences work to minimize disruption to occupied apartments. Hallway scheduling, elevator reservations, and dust containment are coordinated with the superintendent.

Tenant Improvement Build-Outs

For rent-stabilized buildings or market-rate units that need to meet specific lease commitments, the team completes flooring installation, painting, and minor demolition within the agreed scope. Each unit is treated as its own project with separate sign-off.

Pre-Lease Punch List Completion

Before a new tenant signs, every unit goes through a punch list review covering outlet covers, door hardware, caulking, grout, and appliance function. Items are corrected and photographed before the leasing agent receives the keys.

Damage Documentation for Deposit Disputes

Every existing condition is photographed and itemized before work starts. Property managers receive a time-stamped report they can reference during security deposit negotiations or housing court proceedings in NYC.

Crew installing new plank flooring in a vacant NYC apartment with the hallway door protected by plastic sheeting
Building-wide refresh work sequenced with the superintendent to protect occupied apartments.
Contractor reviewing a pre-lease punch list beside newly caulked fixtures in a clean NYC apartment bathroom
Punch list items corrected and photographed before the leasing agent receives the keys.
Why Melani

Why Choose Melani General Contractor for Turnovers Across NYC?

Property managers depend on contractors who answer the phone, show up when promised, and deliver clean units back on schedule. Our crews understand the operating pressures of rental ownership in the five boroughs.

Borough-Wide Coverage

Crews work daily in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island, with travel and parking factored into every estimate.

Recurring Account Pricing

Property managers with consistent turnover volume receive standardized pricing across unit types, simplifying budgeting for the portfolio.

Building Access Protocols

The team works inside the access rules of co-ops, condos, and rental buildings throughout the region, including COI submissions and elevator scheduling.

Photo-Documented Closeout

Every completed unit is delivered with a closeout packet that includes before-and-after images, materials used, and warranty notes.

Before-and-after turnover documentation and paint color chips laid out in a property management office
Vacancy Loss

What Every Vacant Day Costs NYC Owners

Vacant units lose revenue every day they remain off-market in NYC. Fast mobilization, clear scope, and documented closeout shorten the window between move-out and the next signed lease.

  • Every vacant day drawing rent off the books while carrying costs continue
  • Slow contractor mobilization stretching the gap between move-out and showings
  • Undocumented move-out damage weakening security deposit claims
  • Unfinished punch list items delaying lease signings and key handover
Process

How a Turnover Runs, Start to Keys

Five steps, in order — walkthrough through photo-documented closeout.

  1. 1

    Walkthrough

    A project manager meets you at the unit, documents conditions, and records the existing finishes.

  2. 2

    Written Estimate

    A detailed scope and price arrives within 24 hours with defined start and finish dates.

  3. 3

    Access Setup

    COIs, building forms, and elevator or freight windows are cleared with management.

  4. 4

    Turnover Work

    Paint, flooring, fixtures, and custom scope items are executed on the agreed schedule.

  5. 5

    Punch and Closeout

    Punch list is corrected, unit is cleaned, and the photo packet goes to the leasing office.

Call (718) 283-4154 to lock in your next turnover slot.

Areas We Serve

Areas We Serve Across the Five Boroughs

The team operates citywide, with active crews moving between buildings throughout the metropolitan area every week. Property managers running portfolios across multiple boroughs benefit from a single point of contact for every location. Each borough is staffed with field supervisors familiar with local building access requirements.

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Schedule Your Next Turnover Today

Schedule Your Next Turnover Today

Vacant units lose revenue every day they remain off-market in NYC. The team can mobilize quickly and return your unit to leasing condition within a defined window. Submit a request now to lock in your turnover slot. Contact Melani General Contractor for a same-week walkthrough and written estimate, or call (718) 283-4154 today to discuss your portfolio and recurring turnover needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NYC Apartment Turnovers

Most standard one-bedroom turnovers in the five boroughs are completed within ten to fourteen business days, from walkthrough to final cleaning. Larger units or those requiring plaster, cabinet, or appliance work generally fall within a two to three week window.
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Get Units Back on Market in Two to Three Weeks

Standard packages, custom scopes, and 72-hour emergency mobilization — all delivered with the documentation property managers need at closeout.

  • Standard paint, floor, and fixture packages priced per unit type
  • Same-day walkthrough with a written estimate inside 24 hours
  • COIs issued to building management before crews mobilize
  • Time-stamped condition reports for deposit disputes