Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• carry out a walk-round to identify small defects relevant to move-in or handover

• repair small plaster cracks and fill nail or picture-hook holes

• adjust or rehang doors and fix loose hinges, catches or handles

• fit or replace small items supplied by Camelia relocation or landlord (curtain rails, doorstops, non-electrical faceplates)

• secure loose skirting, touch up paint and tidy the immediate working area

• use dust sheets and PPE; report any suspected asbestos, significant damp or mould for specialist inspection

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most single-issue visits (hinge adjustment, small plaster patch) take 1–2 hours; a coordinated pre-move visit for a 2–3 bed flat typically 3–6 hours. factors that extend time include restricted access (no lift or narrow stairs), requirement for specialist trades, waiting for supplied parts or estate management permits

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured and can you provide proof of public liability insurance?

• can you give a fixed price for the specific list of move-in/out tasks for this property?

• will you bring common parts (screws, plugs, handles) or should Camelia provide them?

• how do you manage unexpected issues (damaged joists, mould, asbestos suspicion) and what will you charge to escalate?

• do you need a parking permit, estate induction or keys/fob arranged in advance?

• what PPE and dust control will you use and how will you leave the property on completion?

How to Avoid Surprises

• confirm access times, key or fob arrangements and lift availability in advance

• reserve parking or a loading bay to avoid parking fines and delays

• clear the work area of personal items and fragiles before the tradesperson arrives

• tell the tradie about communal rules or estate permits required for works

• supply or confirm any parts Camelia relocation or the landlord is providing to avoid return visits

• notify about pets and any restricted areas before the appointment