Honest guides for hiring — and working — smarter

What should home services actually cost in India in 2026?

The biggest worry before booking any pro is simple: am I being overcharged? Here are fair, typical starting ranges for common jobs. Actual prices vary by city, scope, and urgency — a small fix costs far less than a full-day job.

On WeAid you see an upfront estimate before you book, and the price you're quoted is the price you pay — no surprise charges at the door.

6 questions to ask before hiring an electrician or plumber

A five-minute conversation saves you from a bad job. Before work starts, ask:

• What's included in the price? Parts, labour, or both?
• Is there a call-out or inspection fee? Get it clear upfront.
• How long have you done this work? Experience shows in the finish.
• Do you guarantee the work? Good pros stand behind their fixes.
• Will you show the old/replaced parts? Keeps everyone honest.
• Can I pay after I'm satisfied? WeAid holds payment until the job's done.

Every pro on WeAid has ratings and reviews from real customers, so you can check their track record before they arrive.

How WeAid keeps you safe

Inviting someone into your home should feel safe. Here's how we protect you:

Verified professionals

Pros can submit ID for a verified badge, so you know who you're dealing with.

Private, masked calls

On booked jobs, you and the pro connect through a proxy number — neither side sees the other's real phone number.

Fair, upfront pricing

You see the estimate before booking. No hidden charges, no haggling at the door.

Ratings you can trust

Every job can be rated, so good work rises to the top and the community stays honest.

How to get more customers on WeAid

WeAid is free to join and built to send you real, nearby jobs. To win more work:

• Complete your profile. Add your services, experience, and a clear photo — listings with photos get more clicks.
• Get verified. The verified badge builds instant trust with new customers.
• Reply fast. The first pro to respond usually wins the job.
• Collect reviews. Ask happy customers to rate you — your rating is your reputation.
• Stay available. Toggle online when you can take work so you show up in more searches.

You keep the bulk of every job — WeAid takes a small commission only when you actually get paid, and payouts land in your account after each completed job.