Property Management Drywall Repair for Toronto Landlords
#1 DRYWALL CONTRACTOR IN TORONTO, ONTARIO

Property Management Drywall Repair for Toronto Landlords

Toronto Drywall Pro provides ongoing drywall repair and maintenance service for property management companies, building operators, condo corporations, and landlords across the GTA - tenant turnover patching, common-area damage repair, water-damage restoration after suite leaks, and scheduled maintenance work in occupied buildings. We operate with the access protocols, insurance documentation, and scheduling flexibility that building operations require, including after-hours and weekend work to minimise disruption to tenants and building staff.

Property management repair work runs on different timelines and documentation standards than residential renovation. We issue itemised repair reports with before-and-after photos for every unit visit, carry the WSIB clearance certificates and $2M liability insurance that building operators require before granting site access, and coordinate directly with the property manager's work order system rather than requiring the owner to act as an intermediary. Volume accounts receive priority scheduling and consistent crew assignment so the building manager is dealing with the same technicians - not a random dispatch - on every call.

Licensed & bonded · WSIB compliant · Same-week scheduling

22+
Years in Business
2,000+
Projects Completed
4.9 ★★★★★
(127 Reviews)
$2M
Liability Insurance
Common Problems

Why Toronto Homeowners Call Us for Property Management

Drywall damage accumulates across a rental portfolio in predictable patterns. These are the repair scenarios property managers in Toronto deal with every tenancy cycle.

01

Contractors who do not show up when scheduled

A missed appointment on a rental unit turnover costs the landlord vacancy days. We confirm appointments 24 hours in advance and provide a 2-hour arrival window. No-shows are not acceptable in a turnover timeline.

02

Inconsistent repair quality between units

A repair crew that uses spackle for holes and skips priming produces repairs that fail within 6 to 12 months. Our standard for every rental unit repair is USG Durabond base coat, two all-purpose finish coats, and sealer prime - the same standard we apply to owner-occupied homes.

03

No documentation for tenant deductions

Without before-and-after photos and a scope of work, tenant damage deductions are difficult to justify at the Landlord and Tenant Board. We provide photo documentation with every repair as standard - not as an add-on.

04

Finding a reliable crew across multiple GTA properties

Property managers with units across Toronto, Scarborough, North York, and Etobicoke need one crew they can call for any building. We service all GTA communities with the same crew and the same standard.

One Reliable Drywall Crew for Every Unit You Manage

Toronto Drywall Pro is a licensed, bonded, and insured drywall contractor based in Toronto, handling turnover repairs, water damage restoration, and common-area maintenance for landlords, property management companies, and condo corporations across the GTA. We have been operating since 2002, with 2,000+ residential, commercial, and condo projects completed.

A property manager does not need the flashiest drywall crew in Toronto. They need a reliable one: shows up when scheduled, invoices clearly, documents damage before touching anything, and produces repairs that hold up between tenants.

That is the standard we deliver to every property manager in our portfolio - same-week scheduling, photo documentation included, and one consistent quality level across every unit regardless of building, from purpose-built rental towers to condo suites, basement apartments, and older walk-ups.

Property Management Drywall Pricing in Toronto (2026)

  • Standard turnover repair (2-BR unit): $300 to $500
  • Extensive tenant damage (per room): $300 to $700
  • Water damage ceiling and wall repair: $400 to $900
  • Volume pricing: available for 3+ unit portfolios

What Is Property Management Drywall?

Property management drywall is the ongoing repair, maintenance, and turnover preparation of drywall in rental properties - typically carried out between tenants, after water events, or as part of regular building maintenance. The key difference from standard residential repair is the documentation requirement (before-and-after photos for tenant deduction records) and the scheduling requirement (repairs must fit within turnover timelines so vacancy days are minimised).

What Does a Turnover Repair Include?

  • Same-week scheduling for turnover repairs
  • Damage assessment and photo documentation before any work begins
  • USG Durabond base coat on all patch repairs - no spackle
  • Drywall taping on any replaced board, then two all-purpose finish coats, sanded smooth and primed
  • Texture matched to existing wall surface
  • Moisture-resistant board in bathrooms and Type X fire-rated board where a wall is part of a suite fire separation
  • Before-and-after photos with every invoice
  • Itemised scope for tenant deduction records
  • Volume pricing for 3+ unit portfolios

How Much Does a Rental Unit Drywall Repair Cost?

Turnover repairs per unit run $150 to $400 at 2026 rates. Extensive tenant damage per room runs $300 to $700. Water damage ceiling and wall repair runs $400 to $900. Volume pricing is available for portfolios of 3 or more units. On-site estimates are free for new property manager accounts.

Who Needs Property Management Drywall Service?

Toronto landlords with multiple rental units who want one crew across their portfolio. Property management companies co-ordinating trades for building turnover. Building managers handling maintenance across multi-unit residential or commercial properties. Any landlord dealing with tenant damage who needs documented repairs for deduction or LTB purposes.

What Toronto Property Managers Need From a Drywall Crew

Fast turnover repairs between tenancies. The window between a tenant vacating and the new tenancy starting is usually 1 to 2 weeks. Drywall patching - doorknob holes, shelf anchor damage, hairline cracks from normal use - needs to happen in that window without delaying the painters or flooring crew. We turn small-to-medium patch scopes within 2 business days.

Consistent quality across multiple units. Property managers running a portfolio of units need the same finish standard across every repair, not results that vary by who was available. The Toronto Drywall Pro crew assigned to each regular property management client stays the same, and we document the finish level for each building.

Water damage response. Pipe leaks, HVAC condensation issues, and tenant-caused flooding all require immediate response to prevent mold development behind closed walls. We respond to water damage calls within 24 hours for regular property management accounts, perform controlled demolition to the moisture extent, and coordinate with the restoration company on dry-out. Replacement board in bathrooms and kitchens is moisture-resistant drywall, not standard board.

End-of-tenancy documentation repairs. When a landlord needs drywall damage documented for a deposit claim, we provide a written scope with per-item pricing that can be used as supporting evidence in a Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) application.

Suite-to-suite common repairs. Shared walls between units, elevator lobbies, and common corridors all require periodic drywall maintenance. Many of these walls are fire separations under the Ontario Building Code, so we rebuild them with Type X board to match the original rated assembly, and we replace acoustic insulation in demising walls when it has been removed or soaked. We schedule these repairs during low-traffic periods and coordinate with building management on elevator access.

Managing Drywall Across a Multi-Unit GTA Portfolio

Property managers running portfolios across Toronto, Mississauga, and Brampton deal with a consistent set of drywall issues that accumulate across units: doorknob holes, shelf anchor tear-outs, water stains from HVAC drip pans, and settling cracks in older buildings. North York is a good example: the condo towers along the Yonge Street corridor generate a steady stream of suite leak and ceiling repairs, while the older rental apartment buildings nearby need settling-crack and patch work at almost every turnover.

The inefficiency in most property management repair workflows comes from using a different contractor for every job - inconsistent quality, inconsistent pricing, and no institutional knowledge of what was done in each unit. We maintain a repair history for each client’s portfolio and carry forward finish notes (texture type, level, board type) for each building. When a unit needs repair, we already know what we’re matching. When a unit renovation calls for more than patching, the same crew handles full drywall installation, from new partition walls to complete board replacement after a flood.

We offer a portfolio rate for property managers with 5 or more units under regular maintenance: fixed pricing for standard repairs, priority scheduling within 48 hours, and a single invoice per billing period rather than per job.

Invisible drywall patch after water damage in a North York rental apartment, primed and ready for repainting

Shortcuts That Cost Landlords the Next Tenancy

We won’t patch over wet drywall, board over active mold, or close a wall that has an uninspected plumbing or electrical rough-in. These shortcuts show up in the next tenancy as a bigger problem - a recurring stain, mold behind freshly painted walls, or a permit deficiency during a subsequent renovation.

Property managers who need work done fast are sometimes tempted to skip dry-out waiting periods or close walls before the restoration contractor has cleared the moisture readings. We understand the scheduling pressure, but the cost of redoing the repair in 12 months exceeds the cost of the delay. We’ll give you an honest timeline, coordinate with the restoration company on the dry-out schedule, and sequence our work to close as quickly as the conditions allow.

How We Compare

FeatureTypical ProviderToronto Drywall Pro
SchedulingLoose arrival times, frequent rebookingConfirmed 24 hours ahead with a 2-hour arrival window
Damage documentationPhotos on request, if at allBefore-and-after photos with every invoice as standard
Patch methodSpackle, unprimedUSG Durabond base coat, two finish coats, sealer prime
CrewWhoever is available that daySame assigned crew for every regular account
InvoicingPer job, billed to whoever callsItemised, direct to the property manager, single billing-period invoice on portfolio accounts
CredentialsVariesLicensed, bonded, WSIB-compliant, $2M insured, operating since 2002

Rental Buildings We Service Across Toronto and the GTA

Property management drywall in Toronto and across the GTA. Regular accounts in North York, Scarborough, and Etobicoke apartment buildings, plus rental portfolios in Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, and Markham. Looking for a property management drywall crew near you? Call 647-933-7780 for a free on-site estimate.

Our Process

How We Deliver Property Management Drywall

Each step has a single owner: our in-house crew. No handoffs, no finger-pointing.

01

Turnover Assessment

We assess all drywall damage in the unit after tenant move-out: holes, screw damage, wall damage from furniture, water stains, and any failed previous patches.

02

Photo Documentation

Before-and-after photos of all damage areas are taken and provided with the invoice. These support any tenant deduction claims.

03

Priority Repair

All holes, patches, and wall damage are repaired using the correct method for each type. We do not use spackle for any repair - USG Durabond setting compound is used for all structural patches, and seams on any replaced board get proper drywall taping before finish coats.

04

Texture Match

Any texture in the unit (orange peel, knockdown, smooth) is matched at all repair areas so the unit looks consistent before repainting.

05

Prime and Paint-Ready

All repaired surfaces are primed and ready for the painter. We co-ordinate with painting crews when multiple trades are working through the unit on turnover.

06

Invoice and Documentation

Invoice goes directly to the property manager with an itemised scope and before-and-after photos attached. Same format every time.

Real Work

Property Management Drywall: Recent GTA Projects

A look at projects we've recently completed across the Greater Toronto Area.

Property Management Drywall project example 1
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Why Choose Us

Why GTA Homeowners Pick Toronto Drywall Pro

Two decades of GTA drywall work answering one homeowner question: what makes a drywall job actually last? Here's what we've built around.

Single-Crew Workflow

Framing, hanging, taping, sanding, and finishing all run by our in-house crew. No subcontractor handoffs, no finger-pointing.

Dustless HEPA Process

99.97% airborne particle capture during sanding and popcorn-ceiling removal. You can stay in the home while we work.

Level 4 & Level 5 Finishing

Standard Level 4 paint-ready, or full Level 5 skim coat for raked-light walls and gloss-paint accent applications.

Licensed, Bonded, $2M Insured

Fully WSIB-compliant with $2M general liability. Certificates of insurance available on request for condo boards and PMs.

Ontario Code Specialists

Type X fire-rated assemblies, basement-stair separations, and party walls installed to Ontario Building Code spec.

Transparent Pricing

Free on-site estimate with line-item pricing. No surprise charges. We tell you up front when a patch is enough and when it isn't.

Real Results

What Clients Say About Our Property Management Drywall

4.9 based on 127+ reviews

“The popcorn ceiling removal was unbelievable. They told us their dustless process was the real deal and they weren't kidding - we lived in the house through the whole job and not a speck of plaster on the floor. Smooth ceiling, paint-ready, done in two days.”

Sarah Miller
Etobicoke - dustless popcorn ceiling removal

“Burst pipe behind the kitchen wall on a Saturday. They came out Monday morning, documented everything for our insurance, removed the wet panels, and had it back to paint-ready by Friday. Honestly the easiest part of the whole insurance claim.”

James Davidson
Oakville - water damage ceiling and wall repair

“We had three contractors quote our basement. Toronto Drywall Pro was the only one who showed up with a tape measure, walked the whole space, and explained the difference between Green Board and Purple Board. Final job came in exactly at quote.”

Priya Sharma
Mississauga - full basement drywall finishing
FAQ

Questions About Property Management Drywall

How much does it cost to repair drywall in a Toronto rental unit?

In 2026, turnover drywall repairs in a Toronto rental unit run $150 to $400 per unit, and a standard 2-bedroom turnover typically lands between $300 and $500. Extensive tenant damage runs $300 to $700 per room, and water-damaged ceiling and wall repair runs $400 to $900. Portfolios of 3 or more units qualify for volume pricing, and on-site estimates are free.

Do you offer priority scheduling for property managers?

Yes. Property managers with ongoing volume receive priority booking in our schedule. Most turnover repairs in the GTA are booked within 3 to 5 business days. For urgent situations (water damage, major tenant damage), we target a 48-hour response.

Can you handle multiple units at the same time?

Yes. We regularly work through multiple units in the same building or across multiple properties in the same week. Batching units together is more efficient and allows us to offer volume pricing on multi-unit scopes.

What is your turnaround time for tenant turnover repairs?

Most single-unit turnover drywall repairs are completed in 1 to 2 days. Units with extensive damage (multiple rooms, water events) take 2 to 4 days. We provide a timeline estimate before work begins so you can co-ordinate the painter and cleaner.

What are the most common tenant damage repairs in rental units?

The most common tenant drywall damage in Toronto rental units: doorknob holes (most common), anchor pull-outs (from TV mounts and shelving), screw damage along walls, water stains from unreported leaks, and failed previous patches that were done with spackle or caulk. We quote all of these at flat rates for repeat property manager clients.

Can drywall repairs be done in occupied rental units with tenants present?

Yes, with appropriate notice to the tenant. Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act requires 24 hours written notice for non-emergency entry. For routine repairs, we work during standard business hours or at times agreed with the tenant, and the crew cleans up fully at the end of each day.

Do you provide invoices and scope documents formatted for property management records?

Yes. We provide line-item quotes and invoices that identify the unit address, scope of work, material quantities, and labour. For property managers using accounting software, we can format invoices to match your requirements. Documentation for insurance claims follows the insurance industry standard format.

How fast can water damage drywall be repaired in a rental building?

Regular property management accounts get a response within 24 hours, and other urgent water damage calls within 24 to 48 hours. Water damage from burst pipes, appliance overflows, and upstairs suite leaks is the most common emergency repair type. We confirm the source is repaired and the structure is dry before installing new drywall, and provide photo documentation throughout.

Do drywall repairs in multi-unit buildings need fire-rated drywall?

Yes, where the wall or ceiling is part of a fire separation. The Ontario Building Code requires rated assemblies between suites and at corridors in most multi-unit residential buildings, so replaced board in those locations must be Type X fire-rated drywall installed to the original assembly. Bathrooms and other wet areas get moisture-resistant board.

Do you work with condo corporations as well as private landlords?

Yes. Condo corporations require repairs to common areas, unit damage from shared systems, and building envelope repairs that affect suites. We are familiar with condo corporation processes including board approval for common area work and coordination with the property management company on scheduling and access.

How do you handle access when a tenant is unavailable for a scheduled repair?

If a tenant is unavailable, we work with the property manager to reschedule. For emergency situations requiring immediate access, property managers can enter under Ontario tenancy law emergency provisions. We do not enter a unit without proper authorization and documentation. For tenant turnover repairs, we schedule after the tenant vacates and keys are returned.

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