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Surface Repair & Restoration Services for Rental Properties in New Zealand
Rental properties can accumulate furniture and surface damage through everyday use and between tenancies. Stained upholstery, damaged lounges, scratched timber, chipped tiles and benchtop damage can affect presentation even when the item or surface remains otherwise serviceable.
Our Doctors provide targeted repair and restoration services throughout New Zealand.
We work with landlords, property managers, real estate agencies and accommodation operators, with many repairs completed on-site to support practical tenant changeovers. Each surface is assessed before repair is recommended.
Leather & Vinyl Services – The Leather Doctor
Leather and vinyl furnishings in rental and holiday properties can show scuffs, stains, fading, tears and general wear after repeated use.
Our leather and vinyl services for rental properties include:
- Repair and restoration of leather and vinyl lounges, chairs, and furnishings
- Recolouring and refinishing of worn or faded surfaces
- Repair of scuffs, scratches, tears, and general wear
- Cleaning, conditioning, and protective treatments to extend surface life
These services help return furnishings to a presentable condition without replacement.
Fabric Services – The Fabric Doctor
Fabric lounges, chairs and other upholstered items can collect stains, odours and general wear between tenancies.
Our fabric services for rental properties include:
- Professional cleaning of fabric lounges, chairs, and mattresses
- Stain and odour removal following tenant occupancy
- Minor fabric repairs where applicable
- Fabric protection treatments to help reduce future damage
Fabric services support faster tenant changeovers and improved presentation.
Timber Services – The Timber Doctor
Timber floors, furniture, cabinetry and fittings can develop scratches, dents, water marks and finish wear.
Our timber services include:
- Repair of scratches, dents, and surface damage to timber floors and furniture
- Removal of water marks and minor defects
- Refinishing and protective coatings where required
Timber restoration helps improve presentation while avoiding unnecessary replacement.
Stone Services – The Stone Doctor
Kitchen benchtops, vanities, tiles and other stone surfaces can become chipped, scratched or stained.
Our stone services for rental properties include:
- Repair of chips, cracks, and surface damage to stone benchtops and tiles
- Polishing and honing to restore surface finish
- Cleaning and sealing to protect against future staining
Stone restoration helps maintain a clean, modern appearance between tenancies.
Who We Work With
We work with a wide range of rental property stakeholders, including:
- Property managers
- Real estate agencies
- Landlords and investors
- Build-to-rent and property portfolio managers
- Holiday and short-stay accommodation operators
Why Choose The Doctor Services
- Photo assessment for suitable jobs
- One network covering multiple surface types
- On-site service suited to property changeovers
- New Zealand-wide network of local technicians
- Repair options that can improve presentation before replacement
Get in Touch
If your rental property requires professional surface repair or restoration, send photos of the damaged furniture or surface, the property location and any tenancy timing requirements so we can assess the most practical repair option.
CUSTOMER Testimonials
Couch - Fabric
"The Leather & Fabric Doctor did an awesome job of returning the upholstery to as-new condition! The technician was in touch with me shortly after I let the store know about the marks, organising a suitable time the following week. He communicated his arrival time well prior to the appointment, and arrived at the stated time. We’re very happy with the results and will definitely be keeping The Fabric and Leather Doctor’s phone number handy for future spills and damage. Such a positive experience from a professional."
Couch - Leather
"The Leather Doctor technician replaced the leather arm of our suite well within the time frame. He then cleaned and moisturised both our suites, making them look like new. Would definitely recommend the Leather Doctors to anyone wanting an honest and reliable leather repairer and restorer."
Couch cleaning
"They did an amazing job cleaning our beautiful leather couch. Our couch is 10 years old, and after the technician had cleaned it, it looked brand-new. It had a stain on which they re-coloured, and you couldn’t tell the difference. Thank you, the Leather Doctor team. You did an amazing job, and I would thoroughly recommend you to anybody who’s looking at having their leather couch cleaned."
Car
"I can't recommend this company highly enough! My technician was an absolute magician. He repaired a scratch in my car's seat and steering wheel, and the final result is phenomenal. The repair is totally undetectable—it looks absolutely perfect. If you need top-quality work on your leather, look no further."
Camper trailer
"I am very happy with their service! The technician was punctual and happy to do the repair on a camper trailer, even though it was a bit more involved than my dodgy photo originally showed. His workmanship was faultless. I can highly recommend the Leather Doctor! Thank you."
Outdoor setting
"Amazing work from the Timber Doctor! They were extremely knowledgeable and great to deal with! Not only did they make my tired old outdoor setting look like new again, but they fixed some large chips in my bathroom tiles and a big scratch in my kitchen bench top! Amazing work, guys! Highly recommend these guys to anyone."
Refurbishing table
"FANTASTIC! I made an enquiry online and cannot fault any aspect of my dealings with the Timber Doctor. The technician was responsive, reasonably priced and very easy to deal with. Refurbishing the table was significantly cheaper than purchasing a new one, and we’re so happy with how it turned out. Move forward with confidence. Highly recommend!"
Outdoor furniture
"Wow, what an amazing job the Timber Doctors did on our new teak outdoor furniture. I rang them chasing a product that I was advised to purchase, but after chatting regarding the best product and minimal long-term maintenance, I decided to let them take charge so that the job was done properly the first time. Job was done by the time I arrived home from work... hassle-free service and one very happy customer! Would highly recommend using these guys for any timber work, be it new or old."
Timber bench top
"After 20 years of water damage and neglect, these guys transformed our timber bench tops. They were very flexible with dates and times to do the work and even accommodated a last-minute change of colour request. I would thoroughly recommend the Timber Doctors; I only wish we had done it years ago. 5 stars!"
Stone floor
"Very professional technicians, they have done an amazing job on 58 chips on my tiled floor… truly unbelievable. No need to get new flooring. They have made my day."