Coming soon in Ballito
Trusted fundis,
close to home.
One request, one checked local fundi, in 12 trades from Sheffield Beach to Westbrook. You see the callout before they come and approve the quote before any work starts. The call-out fee is agreed upfront and included in your quote.
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- 12 tradesfrom plumbing to pools
- Call-out agreedupfront, included in your quote
- No monthly feefor fundis, ever
- EN · AF · ZU · XHin your language
I need a fundi
For homeowners, tenants, estates and holiday-let hosts on the North Coast.
- Pick a trade, describe the job, choose your suburb
- We match you with a nearby, verified fundi
- See the callout up front and approve the quote before work starts
I am a fundi
Fundis in all 12 trades, from Sheffield Beach to Westbrook.
- Free to join. No monthly fee and no paying for leads
- You set your own callout and repair prices
- 10% of the whole job, only when the job is completed. Founding fundis: 0% on the first 5 completed jobs.
Why you can trust us today
We're new, so we won't show you made-up reviews. Here's what you can check right now.
A registered company
FIND A FUNDI (Pty) Ltd, reg. no. 2026/783238/07, run from the North Coast.
Local, reachable people
Our WhatsApp line is answered from here, not a call centre: 072 452 9151.
Every fundi checked
ID and selfie, certificates, two references and a supervised trial job before the Verified badge. How we verify
No surprises on price
Callout shown before they leave, itemised quote before work, and reviews only from real completed jobs.
Like ordering a ride, but for repairs
No phoning around, and no "I'll come Tuesday, maybe". Here's how it works from request to finished job.
- 1
Request
Choose one of 12 trades, describe the job, add photos and confirm where you are.
- 2
Match
Nearby verified fundis get the job fairly. The first to accept shows you their callout.
- 3
Diagnose & quote
Follow their trip on the map. On site they diagnose the problem and send an itemised labour + materials quote.
- 4
Approve, pay, rate
Your call-out fee is agreed upfront and included in your quote. Once the job is done, you pay and leave a review.
The FIND A FUNDI Guarantee
Poor work from a fundi you booked through us? We arrange a fix or a refund of the labour.
Applies to jobs booked and paid through the platform. Read the guarantee terms.
How it works
A call-out fee agreed upfront, included in your quote
Fundis set their own prices. You'll see the callout before they leave, and an itemised repair quote before any work starts.
- The callout covers travel and diagnosing the problem
- The call-out fee is agreed upfront and included in your quote
- Decline and you pay only the agreed callout
- Materials are listed line by line, so there are no mystery totals
What you'll see on every quote
We don't publish a price list. Every fundi sets their own prices, and you decide.
What we cover
Plumbing
- Burst and leaking pipes
- Geysers, elements and thermostats
- Blocked drains and toilets
- Taps, mixers and cisterns
Electrical
- Tripping DB boards and earth leakage
- Faulty plugs, lights and switches
- Geyser circuits and isolators
- New points and light fittings
Handyman
- Doors, locks, hinges and sliding doors
- TV mounting, shelving and curtain rails
- Small patching and paint touch-ups
- Flat-pack assembly
IT/Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi setup, dead zones and mesh systems
- Fibre router setup (Vumatel, Openserve, MetroFibre and other KZN providers)
- Network cabling and access points
- CCTV and smart-home network setup
Mobile Mechanic
- Minor and major services at your home
- Batteries, alternators and starters
- Brake pads, discs and fluids
- Diagnostics and warning lights (OBD scan)
Gardening
- Lawn mowing, edging and weekly garden service
- Hedge and shrub trimming
- Garden clean-ups and green-waste removal
- Irrigation repairs and timers
Painting
- Interior walls, ceilings and trims
- Exterior walls and boundary walls
- Damp, crack and mould preparation
- Wood and steel: doors, windows, gates and burglar bars
Carpentry
- Built-in cupboards and shelving
- Doors, frames and skirting
- Decks, pergolas and balustrades
- Kitchen repairs and cupboard doors
Tiling
- Floor and wall tiling
- Bathroom and shower tiling (with waterproofing)
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Regrouting and resealing
Home Security
- Alarm systems: install, service, batteries and sensors
- CCTV cameras and remote viewing
- Electric fencing: install, repair and certificates
- Gate and garage motors, remotes and batteries
Roofing & Waterproofing
- Roof leak repairs
- Waterproofing flat roofs, balconies and parapets
- Torch-on and liquid membranes
- Gutters, downpipes and flashings
Pool Maintenance
- Weekly or monthly pool cleaning
- Green-pool recovery and water balancing
- Pumps, filters and sand changes
- Salt chlorinators and automatic cleaners
Tap your area
Building up the North Coast before anywhere else
We'd rather have plenty of great fundis close to you than thousands spread thinly across the country. We cover the coast from Sheffield Beach in the north to Westbrook in the south.
- Sheffield Beach
- Salt Rock
- Umhlali
- Shakas Rock
- Ballito
- Simbithi
- Zimbali
- Tongaat Beach
- Westbrook
- Tinley Manor · later
- Shakaskraal · later
Not a directory. Not a WhatsApp maybe.
| Feature | FIND A FUNDI | Directory apps | WhatsApp groups / classifieds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who finds the fundi? | We match you with a nearby verified fundi | You phone around | You hope someone replies |
| Checks | ID, selfie, certificates, references, trial job | Usually none | None |
| Price clarity | Call-out fee agreed upfront and included in an itemised quote | Negotiate by phone | Ad hoc |
| Reviews | Only from completed FIND A FUNDI jobs | Open reviews | Word of mouth |
| What the fundi pays | 10% of the whole job, only when the job is completed. Founding fundis: 0% on the first 5 completed jobs. No monthly fee. | Monthly subscription | No paid ranking |
Good to know
Is FIND A FUNDI live yet?
Not yet. We're signing up and verifying fundis in Ballito and the North Coast first. You can tell us about a job or join the waitlist now, and we'll contact you when we can help.
How much does a fundi cost?
Each fundi sets their own prices, and we don't publish a price list. You'll see the callout before they come out and an itemised quote before any work starts. The call-out fee is agreed upfront and included in your quote.
What does it cost fundis?
Joining is free, and there's no monthly fee. 10% of the whole job, only when the job is completed. Founding fundis: 0% on the first 5 completed jobs.