Interior painting
Walls, ceilings, skirtings, doors and frames, finished in clean, modern colours that suit contemporary homes and offices.
Fresh paint, clean spaces, ready to hand over.
TESS Renovations and Maintenance specialises in high‑quality painting and meticulous cleaning for homes, complexes and commercial properties, so your project looks complete, not just finished.
We work with rental agencies, bodies corporate, construction companies and project managers who need reliable, detail‑driven specialists to prepare properties for handover.
About
More than twenty years in renovations and maintenance, now focused where it matters most.
Experience you can feel in the finish.
TESS Renovations and Maintenance is built on over twenty years of hands‑on experience in the renovations and maintenance space. We’ve seen what happens when painting and final cleaning are treated as an afterthought, and we’ve chosen to specialise in doing them properly.
Our focus is simple: paint beautifully, clean thoroughly, hand over confidently. That means neat edges, consistent colour, smooth surfaces and spaces that feel ready for people, not just ready for inspection.
We understand the expectations of rental agencies, homeowners associations, bodies corporate and construction teams. We work neatly, respect common areas and keep disruption low while still delivering a noticeable upgrade.
The Malachite Kingfisher in our brand is more than a logo, it’s a reminder to stay sharp, precise and attentive to detail. The line beneath it represents Table Mountain, grounding the brand in Cape Town and its surroundings.
Whether it’s a single apartment or a multi‑storey building, every project gets that same level of focus. We coordinate with project managers and other contractors to slot into your programme without adding noise or chaos.
Services
Focused on painting and handover cleaning. Often not noticed, but very visible when it counts.
Specialised surface finishes
Feature walls, textured coatings and premium finishes that add character without feeling busy or over-designed. Doors, frames, handrails and built-in units carefully sanded and refinished.
Independent living modifications
Grab rails in bathroom and toilet, zero-entry showers, change standard taps to lever operated taps, widening of door frames to improve access, build in ramps and remove kerbs.
Pre‑handover cleaning
Detailed cleaning after building or renovation work, dust, paint splatter, marks and debris removed so the space feels move‑in ready.
Post‑contract snag touch‑ups
Small paint repairs and finish corrections to help close out snag lists quickly and neatly.
Common areas & complexes
Painting and cleaning for stairwells, corridors, lobbies and shared spaces in sectional title and estate environments.
Our service list is intentionally focused. If you have a related requirement, talk to us, we’ll tell you honestly whether it fits our scope.
Contact
Quick contact, clear details, so you can book a quote before you click away.
Send us a quick message with your address and a short description of the work. We’ll respond with available times for a site visit and quote.
Resources
Short, practical guides to help you plan painting and handover work.
How to brief a painting contractor
A simple checklist for project managers and owners to make sure colour choices, timelines and access are clear from day one.
Preparing a property for handover
Key steps to move from “construction complete” to “ready for tenants or owners”, including cleaning and final snag work.
Choosing a modern colour palette
Tips on selecting colours that feel fresh and calm, while still giving a bold, confident finish.