How much does a painter charge for a room?

Painting is priced by the job or area, and it depends on the wall condition, the number of coats and the paint quality. Share the room sizes and get a written estimate that says whether paint is included.

Should I hire a full-time maintenance person?

If you run a plaza, school, hospital or factory with daily small faults, a full-time person at Rs 35,000 to 65,000 a month often costs less than repeated call-outs. For a single house, per-job visits usually make more sense.

How do I hire an electrician or plumber through Hire Staff Islamabad?

Send a staff request online or call us. Tell us the duties, your area, the hours and your budget. We talk it through with you, introduce candidates whose experience and location fit, and you interview them and agree the salary directly before anyone starts.

Salary guide

How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Electrician or Plumber in Islamabad?

A full-time electrician, plumber or maintenance worker in Islamabad or Rawalpindi typically earns Rs 35,000 to 65,000 a month. One-off repairs, painting and installation are priced per visit or per job, not by the month. The work involved, parts, urgency and whether it needs a certified specialist decide the price.

Electricians, Plumbers & Handymen: typical monthly costTypical market range (verify before relying)

Role	Full-time, per month	Part-time	Note
Electrician / Plumber / Handyman	Rs 35,000 to 65,000	Per visit or per job	One-off jobs are priced by the work, not by the month.

These are typical monthly ranges in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, given as a starting point for a conversation. They are not a quote, a promise or a fixed rate. Pay is agreed between the employer and the worker, and it should never be below the minimum wage notified by the government for your area. Last checked: October 2026.

How trade work is priced

Per job or per month

Homes usually pay per job. Plazas, schools and factories hire full-time maintenance staff on a monthly salary.

Parts and materials

Wires, pipes, taps and paint are usually paid separately. Ask for receipts, or buy them yourself.

Urgency

Emergency call-outs at night or on holidays often cost more than a scheduled visit.

Specialist skill

AC gas work, main panel wiring and CCTV setup need specialists and cost more than general repairs.

Where maintenance staff are in demand

Costs on top of labour

Parts and materials
Scaffolding or ladders for exterior painting
Call-out charges for urgent visits
Tools, if a full-time worker uses the employer's

How our matching works

1You tell us the job. Duties, hours, your area and the budget you have in mind for the electrician or plumber.
2We introduce candidates. People whose experience and home location fit your routine, and we talk each one through with you.
3You decide and agree terms. You interview, choose, and agree the salary and conditions directly before anyone starts.

Request an electrician or plumber

Electricians, Plumbers & Handymen cost: questions families ask

A full-time electrician or plumber in Islamabad or Rawalpindi typically earns Rs 35,000 to 65,000 a month. One-off jobs are priced by the work, not by the month. This is a typical market range to plan with, not a fixed rate, and the final figure is agreed between you and the person you hire.