Domestic Workers Prices In South Africa

Factors That Determine Domestic Workers Prices In South Africa

Domestic workers prices in South Africa is often determined by the amount and quality of work they do and often times is personally determine by the employee. Some factors that determine domestic workers prices in South Africa are: 

• Skill Level and Experience - Workers with specialized skills or extensive experience in domestic chores may command higher wages.
• Location - Urban areas with higher living costs may have higher wages for domestic workers compared to rural areas.
• Type of Work - Specialized tasks such as childcare, eldercare, cooking, or gardening may command higher rates compared to general housekeeping duties.
• Legislation and Regulations - Government regulations, such as minimum wage laws, can impact the prices of domestic workers
• References and Reputation - Domestic workers with positive references or a good reputation may be able to demand higher prices for their services.

Benefits Of Hiring Domestic Workers In South Africa

Domestic workers are often utilised by many house holds in South Africa for numerous reasons, some of these reasons include: 

• Convenience - Domestic workers can help with various household chores, including cleaning, cooking, laundry, childcare, and gardening, freeing up time for employers to focus on other responsibilities or leisure activities, this is particularly beneficial for individuals who’s time is strained, eliviatng a great deal of stress and time consuming chores. 
• Specialised Skills - Some domestic workers may possess specialized skills, such as culinary expertise, childcare qualifications, or gardening proficiency.
• Supporting Employment - Hiring domestic workers contributes to job creation and economic empowerment, particularly for women and marginalized communities who make up a significant portion of the domestic workforce in South Africa.
• Elderly and Childcare Support - Trained caregivers can provide personalized support and companionship for children or the elderly that may require it.

Finding the right pro

Now that you have a better understanding of the costs – it’s time to find the best Pro for the job.

Luckily for you – Kandua has hundreds of Pros who do domestic work. 

Here are our top tips to help you find the right Pro for domestic work:

• Give the contractor as much information as possible. The more details they have the more efficiently they can quote on the job and also offer their professional advice.
• Once you’ve gotten quotes from different Pros – you can look up their profiles on Kandua and read their reviews and see pictures of their work. 
• Read the quote carefully. Make sure you double-check everything so you know exactly what you are getting yourself into. 

Remember, it’s not always about finding the cheapest option. Stick to these tips, and take into account the entire package, Pro reviews, your experience in dealing with them and then, of course, the cost. The new National Minimum Wage was Gazetted on 3rd February 2024, increased to R27. 58 per hour and is effective 01 March 2024. Domestic workers are entitled to a minimum wage of R27.