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Expect a call-out/first-hour fee of about R450 – R752, then labour of R300 – R550 per hour depending on the job, plus materials. Skilled work like tiling, waterproofing, or built-in repairs sits at the higher end, and bundling several small jobs into one visit is usually the cheapest way to get through your list.
First fix the source: blocked gutters, failed silicone, cracked exterior plaster, or poor ventilation. A handyman can reseal, repair, and repaint with the right mould-resistant products, and improve airflow. If damp keeps returning despite repairs, it may be rising damp or a plumbing leak that needs a specialist.
Yes, after-hours and emergency work in Cape Town typically runs at 1.5–2× the normal labour rate, and an emergency call-out of R475 – R750+ may apply. Always confirm what counts as after-hours and whether the call-out includes the first hour before the pro leaves for your address.
Every pro on Kandua is vetted before they can quote on jobs, and their reviews come from verified customers in and around Cape Town, not anonymous ratings. Jess, Kandua’s AI home companion, also helps you scope the job properly first, so you’re matched with a handyman who actually does that type of work.
Handyman reviews in Cape-Town area
Wayne did handyman and carpentry work at my place. He did cabinet repairs for me and repaired the drawers for the plasma unit. He did a good job, and I was satisfied with his work. He was on time with good communication, and his price was affordable.
His work is fantastic. He did a very good job and i was happy with his services. I will definitely recommend him to others to use his services. He is a reliable and hardworking man. He does not need to be managed at all. His workmanship is very good and i vouch for him.
He explained beforehand what exactly he would do and had me approve before he would go ahead. Will definitely use him next time again!
I have hired the handyman services of Promise for quite sometime now. He has completed the following for me, among other things: various renovations, electrical work and building. I can highly recommend him and will definitely use his services again.
I have been using his services for the past three years, and l am always satisfied with his work. Promise is the one who does the general maintenance and gardening at my house. His work is excellent, and he delivers according to the specifications. He is trustworthy because sometimes l leave him alone at my house without worrying about anything. He is respectful, innovative, reliable, and punctual. His response to everything is just great, and l can highly recommend him to anyone.
I am a contractor, and I used Simbai to do several jobs for my clients. He does roofing, bricklaying, and transportation of cargo. I always use him whenever I have work, and he has never disappointed me. He is hardworking, reliable, and pays attention to instructions. His prices are affordable, and I recommend him to others.
He is a good worker. He has done a couple of things and I am always happy with his services. He is so helpful and he does not need to be followed around. He is very good at his job. He is a reliable professional and i do not hesitate to recommend him to others to use his services.
He is very reliable, trustworthy and honest. He knows his job very well and he delivers as expected. He has own transport, is very fast and efficient. His workmanship is good. His painting skills are very good , he never leaves any mess , he is very tidy and neat. Quality is great. I recommend him
Standwell did a lot of work for me, which includes swimming pool maintenance, door installations, and repairs, and repaired a leaking roof. His work is excellent, and I have no reason to complain. Standwell can be trusted because he did everything according to our agreement. He sticks and delivers his promises, and I can confidently recommend his services.
Taurayi is a all rounder and he is a hard worker. The quality of his work is very good and I am very happy. Since he did the job for me I have never had any problems. He is reliable and appointments are very important to him he makes sure he is there. He is honest and I used to leave him in the house and find everything the same way and he is very neat. I would recommend him to other people.
There was a lite vandalism that took place at one of our businesses and some of the things that were damaged are; the structural walls, gutters, electrical components as well as some wiring. Abdullah was recommended to me by a friend and he fixed everything that needed to be fixed in a well and professional manner therefore i am happy with his services.
He is quite a brilliant service provider and his work is amazing. I like that he is very quick but the quality of his work is very nice. He is very thorough, he pays attention to detail and his finished work is impressive. everything about his service is very good. He is very reliable, trustworthy, he listens to the client's needs and he goes an extra mile to make sure you are happy with the work.. His prices are very reasonable compared to other service providers. I cant fault him on anything and i can recommend his service to other people.
I used Smart to repair swimming pools and paint houses for clients. He also does the work at my house whenever I have any problem. He is professional, hardworking, and delivers quality work. His workmanship is good, he works well with his team, and delivers according to specifications. His work is neat, he cleans up afterward, and I recommend him to others.
He is a hardworking and diligent person with a great workmanship. You show him what needs to be done and he does the work excellently. We have already recommended him to lots of people because his work is good and his work ethics are very good too. He is very respectful and he listens to instructions as well. His prices are also very affordable.
Promise is a very respectful person who treats my elderly mother in a good way everytime he is at the house to work. His attitude speaks volumes hence it makes him a favourite for us, besides the fact that he is very hard working. He has helped me with moving houses as well garden services.
Daniel's work is wonderful. He has done a number of jobs and he has never disappointed me. He tiled my kitchen floors, bathroom stairs and my balcony. He also removed old windows and he painted my whole flat. My preference is to work with Daniel. He is very polite and honest. He is very knowledgeable about his job. He does not need to be supervised at all because he knows what is required of him. It was a pleasure working with him and i will definitely recommend him to others to use his services.
I have been working consistently hustle free with Barack Mbambiro for over three years now. He is an honest guy to me but above all, I trust him well with any of my belongings. Among other things, he mainly specializes in pool maintanance for me even if he does other jobs such as: - paving - tiling - anyother I request him to. He has never failed me because when I call him, he is efficient on his reaction as well as his communication is great.
He is a reliable and trustworthy guy, He is also multiskilled and can be trusted with a variety of skills and he always delivered as promised, which makes my job easier. He works without any supervision and never takes shortcuts.
Robert is a fabulous service provider. He has done lots of work at my place and i am always impressed. The quality of his work is exceptional. He is very reliable and he gives very good advice too. I like that he is very good with measurements and even estimations so i always buy the correct amount of material needed. He is very punctual and whenever there is something delaying him he always notifies you. He is also trustworthy and respectful. Everything about his service is very good, i can't even recommend him enough.
Valentine is a good worker, he did waterproofing, painted inside and outside my house, paved my yard. He is an all-rounder, and his work is excellent. He has a team that he works with, I trust them because I always leave them working in my house without any supervision and the job is delivered without anything missing from my house. After working, he makes sure he cleans up, his charges are reasonable, and I can recommend him to anyone.
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