How much does a cook charge in India?

What affects the final cook quote?

• Job complexity. A straightforward task quotes at the low end; anything behind walls, at height, or needing specialised tools trends higher.
• Materials. Rates above are labour-only. Parts, fixtures and consumables are charged at actual cost — always ask for brand + model when the part is significant.
• Time of day. Night visits (after 9 PM) and Sundays typically carry a 20–30% emergency surcharge.
• City tier. A cook in Mumbai can cost 40% more than the same job in Jaipur.
• Managed platforms add 20–40% on top of the worker's actual rate. Solve24 adds zero — you pay the worker directly.

How to avoid being overcharged

1. Get a quote before the visit. Send a photo of the problem — any verified cook on Solve24 can give a ballpark in minutes.
2. Confirm the visit charge. Most professionals charge ₹100–300 to inspect; this is normally adjusted against the final bill if you hire them.
3. Get labour and material priced separately. A ₹2,000 part and ₹500 labour is very different from ₹2,500 bundled.
4. Check ratings and reviews. A cook with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
5. Pay after the job is done and tested.