Guides
Guides for getting things done, and for earning
Plain, practical guides for India: fair prices for home jobs, hiring freelancers safely, and turning your skills into side income. Written by the Taskly team.
For homes and businesses
Getting work done
How to find a trusted electrician or plumber near you
A simple 7-point checklist to find a reliable electrician or plumber nearby in India: what to ask, how to compare quotes, and how to pay safely.
Getting work doneElectrician and plumber charges in Pune: a 2026 guide
Ballpark 2026 labour charges for common electrician and plumber jobs in Pune, from fan fitting to tap repair, and how to tell if a quote is fair.
Getting work doneShifting to a new flat in Mumbai: the complete checklist
Moving flats in Mumbai? A week-by-week checklist covering society permissions, lift booking, helpers vs packers, and what to set up on day one.
Getting work doneAC service before summer in Nagpur: cost and checklist
Get your AC ready for Nagpur’s summer heat: when to book a service, ballpark costs, what a proper service includes, and how to spot an upsell.
Getting work doneHow to hire a freelancer for your small business in India
Need a logo, a website or reels for your shop? How to write a clear brief, compare freelancers, set milestones and pay safely, without being burned.
Getting work doneEscrow payments explained: why not to pay 100% in advance
What escrow (safe holding) means for small jobs and freelance work in India, how it protects both sides, and why paying 100% in advance is risky.
For taskers
Earning
15 side income ideas in India using skills you already have
Practical side income ideas for students, homemakers and working professionals in India, from local jobs nearby to online work you can do from home.
EarningHow to price your freelance work in India (without underselling)
A simple way for Indian freelancers and tradespeople to set prices: work out your hourly floor, price by the job, quote clearly, and raise rates as reviews grow.
EarningElectricians and plumbers: how to get more customers in 2026
Practical ways for electricians, plumbers and other tradespeople in India to get steady work beyond word of mouth: reviews, photos, quick replies and fair quotes.
EarningHow to avoid online job and payment scams in India
Common task and payment scams in India, from “registration fee” jobs to fake UPI refunds, the warning signs, and what to do if you have been cheated.
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