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What is a Fair Hourly Rate for Trades in Gauteng? A 2026 Snapshot
Indicative hourly and callout rates across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, cleaning and handyman work in Joburg and Pretoria. Use it as a starting point, not a ceiling.
How Reviews Work on Handi (and Why They Are Actually Trustworthy)
Every Handi review is tied to a completed job — not an anonymous drive-by. Here is how we keep the system honest and how you can use it to hire better.
5 Scam Warnings Every Homeowner Should Know Before Hiring a Pro
Scammers target trade hires because urgency + unfamiliar pricing = easy money. Here are the five patterns we see most often on Handi — and how to spot them.
The Green Handi Verified Badge: What It Means and Why It Matters
A verified badge on Handi means we have checked the provider's ID against a government-issued document. Here is the bar we hold — and why we keep it high.
Automated Gate Motors: When to Service, When to Replace, and Who Actually Fixes Both
A gate motor that worked yesterday and is silent this morning is almost always a battery, a limit switch, or a snapped shear pin. Here is how to diagnose before you pay for a callout.
From 2 Jobs to 50: What the Top 10% of Handi Providers Do Differently
We looked at what separates the providers who climb to the top of the rankings from those who stall after a handful of jobs. Spoiler: it has almost nothing to do with price.
How to Hire a Plumber in South Africa: Red Flags, Rates and the Right Questions
A practical checklist for South African homeowners — from checking PIRB registration to spotting the "I need cash upfront" scam before it drains your wallet.
Geyser Not Heating? Plumber vs. Electrician — Who to Call First
A 30-second decision tree that saves you a wasted callout fee. If water is hot but leaking, it is a plumber. If cold and no trip on the DB board, it is probably an electrician.
Domestic Cleaning Rates in SA — and What "Deep Clean" Actually Means
A standard weekly clean and a "deep clean" are two completely different jobs priced two completely differently. If you are quoted the same rate for both, something is off.