Information · Gauteng
Direct Employment: Responsibilities to Consider
A balanced overview of scheduling, supervision, continuity, equipment and employer responsibilities when comparing direct employment with an outsourced service.
What to expect
Understand the difference between a service provider and an employee
The exact scope is confirmed before booking so the team, time and equipment match the property.
Clear written duties and hours
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Fair and lawful employment practices
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Leave and absence planning
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Equipment and product responsibility
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Supervision and performance management
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Continuity when a worker is unavailable
Included or specified according to the approved quotation.
Simple process
From first message to completed service
Clear information upfront makes quoting faster and helps avoid scope surprises.
Identify the need
Start with the property, item or maintenance outcome you want.
Compare the options
Use the guide to understand scope, frequency and likely variables.
Send clear details
Photos, measurements and your suburb improve the first estimate.
Confirm in writing
Approve a clear quotation before any chargeable work begins.
Why Rent A Gardener
Long-standing experience across residential, commercial and managed properties in Gauteng.
Clear written quotations
Equipped mobile teams
Residential and commercial
One company for multiple services
Flexible once-off or scheduled work
Direct phone and WhatsApp support
Service area
Working across Johannesburg and Gauteng
Send your suburb with the service request so travel and team availability can be confirmed.
Questions answered
Before you book
Ask if your property or requirement falls outside the normal scope shown here.
Is outsourcing always cheaper?
Not necessarily. Compare the same scope, including supervision, equipment, transport, administration, continuity and risk.
Is this page legal advice?
No. Employers should obtain current guidance from the Department of Employment and Labour or a qualified adviser for their circumstances.
Are the displayed prices fixed quotes?
No. They are market-aligned starting or guide prices. The written quotation confirms the final price and exact scope.
Which areas do you service?
Johannesburg, Randburg, Sandton, Roodepoort, Midrand and many surrounding Gauteng areas, subject to route availability.
Can I send photos on WhatsApp?
Yes. Clear wide and close-up photos help us understand the condition, access and approximate scope.
Ready for a clear, no-obligation quotation?
Send the service, suburb, approximate size and photos where possible.