Repair a rental after tenants move out

Tom Hanks, owner, 24/7 Express Handyman Service · Updated September 2026

24/7 Express Handyman Service readies rentals after move-out in Salt Lake, Park City and Heber. 30 days after a renter moves out, a Utah landlord must have returned the deposit balance with an itemized list of deductions. (Utah Code 57-17-3: Deductions from deposit -- Written itemization -- Time for return)

What move-out repairs costs

Salt Lake City & Millcreekfrom $205
Park City & Summit Countyfrom $225
Heber Valley & Wasatch Countyfrom $225

Move-out repairs in Salt Lake City & Millcreek starts at $205: the 2-hour minimum at $95/hour ($190) plus the $15 fuel surcharge, with no dispatch fee. Time past 2 hours is billed in 30-minute steps. Larger parts are billed at cost plus 25%.

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Quick answers

How fast does a landlord need to finish move-out paperwork?

Within 30 days. State law gives the landlord 30 days after the renter vacates to return the deposit balance and an itemized notice of any deductions, so repairs should be scoped and priced quickly to support that list.

Can repair costs come out of a security deposit?

Yes, for damage beyond reasonable wear and tear. State law lets the owner apply the deposit to rent, damage beyond normal wear and tear, contract fees, or cleaning. Line-item repair invoices with photos help document each deduction.

Does painting a pre-1978 rental need special handling?

Yes, it can. The EPA says its lead Renovation, Repair and Painting rule applies when a home built before 1978 is rented, even though owners working on their own homes are generally exempt. Ask about lead-safe practices before sanding or scraping old paint.

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What 24/7 Express Handyman Service does on site

How it works

  1. The owner or manager shares the move-out inspection notes and photos.
  2. Each repair is listed and priced in writing so it can be matched to the inspection.
  3. Repairs are completed and photographed item by item.
  4. Referred out: plumbing leaks, electrical problems, appliance and HVAC service, and flooring replacement beyond small repairs.

When to stop and call

If the unit has an active leak, no heat, or a door that will not lock after tenants leave, call. 24/7 Express Handyman Service can secure the unit and stop small damage, and refers plumbing, electrical and HVAC work to licensed trades.

What happens next

Every job 24/7 Express Handyman Service takes on is under $3,000 including labor, materials and any change orders (Utah Code §58-55-305); a change that would push a job over that line is referred to a licensed contractor, not written up as a second job. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, gas appliance / combustion system work is referred to a licensed trade.

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