Service categories
Choose a direction, open the detailed category hub, review typical jobs, and only then move to specialists or post a task.
KABLAY connects homeowners with licensed home-repair specialists across Israel — plumbers, electricians, tilers, painters, drywall installers, stretch-ceiling pros, handymen, and full-renovation project managers for apartments and commercial spaces.
Each category hub lists typical jobs, ILS prices, and specialists ranked by verified reviews. Use the catalog on the left to switch between categories, see exactly what is included, and understand the boundaries between trades (for example, when a licensed electrician is required rather than a handyman due to IS-61 standards).
Why start from the categories hub
- See every service inside each trade — before contacting a specialist
- Compare average ILS prices across categories
- Understand which professional is actually required (e.g. a drywall installer will not do a stretch ceiling, and vice-versa)
- Post an open task if you are unsure which category it belongs to
Plumbing
Plumbers in your area
- · Bathroom renovation
- · Cosmetic bathroom repair
- · Bath sealing
- · Toilet repair
- · Leak repair
- · Drain unclogging
Electrical work
Electrical services and diagnostics
- · Apartment rewiring
- · Sockets and switches
- · Power supply design
- · Outdoor wiring
- · Light fixture install
- · LED strips
Tiling
Tile laying and renovation
- · Ceramic tiles
- · Porcelain tiles
- · Large format
- · Mosaic
- · Wall tiling
- · Shower zones
Painting & plaster
Painting, putty, plaster
- · Walls
- · Ceilings
- · Doors
- · Decorative finishes
- · Crack repair
- · Putty
Drywall
Partitions, ceilings, niches
- · Partitions
- · Ceilings
- · Niches
- · Boxes
- · Joint taping
- · Putty and sanding
Handyman
Small fixes and assembly
- · Furniture assembly
- · Shelves
- · Curtain rods
- · TV mounting
- · Door adjustment
- · Lock replacement
Stretch ceilings
Ceiling systems and lighting
- · PVC ceilings
- · Fabric ceilings
- · Multi-level ceilings
- · Hidden cornices
- · Spot lights
- · LED perimeter
Renovation
Turnkey renovation services
- · Cosmetic renovation
- · Full renovation
- · Turnkey project
- · After builders
- · Office renovation
- · Retail fit-out
Average home-repair prices in Israel 2026
Ranges reflect typical visits in Tel Aviv / Haifa / Jerusalem. Central dense areas — top of the range; periphery and smaller towns — bottom of the range. Shabbat, holidays and emergency calls — add 50–100%.
Plumbing
See all specialists →- Faucet replacement
- ₪250–450
- Water heater replacement
- ₪1,200–2,500
- Drain unclogging (auger)
- ₪300–900
Electrical work
See all specialists →- Single outlet replacement
- ₪200–450
- RCD installation
- ₪450–1,100
- Full rewiring 80 m² apt.
- ₪18,000–45,000
Tiling
See all specialists →- Bathroom tiling (per m², labour)
- ₪180–380
- Room tiling (per m², labour)
- ₪150–280
- Grout restoration (standard bathroom)
- ₪800–1,800
Painting & plaster
See all specialists →- Paint a room (walls + ceiling)
- ₪800–1,800
- Skim coat + paint, single room
- ₪1,800–4,500
- Decorative plaster (per m²)
- ₪180–450
Drywall
See all specialists →- Drywall partition (per m²)
- ₪220–420
- Drywall ceiling (per m²)
- ₪180–320
- Drywall niche/box
- ₪400–1,200
Handyman
See all specialists →- IKEA furniture assembly
- ₪200–500
- Curtain/shelf mounting
- ₪150–300
- Handyman hourly rate
- ₪180–280
Stretch ceilings
See all specialists →- Matte stretch ceiling (per m²)
- ₪90–180
- Glossy stretch ceiling (per m²)
- ₪120–220
- Multi-level stretch ceiling (per m²)
- ₪200–400
Renovation
See all specialists →- Cosmetic renovation 80 m²
- ₪45,000–90,000
- Full renovation 80 m²
- ₪120,000–280,000
- Premium renovation 80 m²
- ₪280,000+
What work legally requires a licensed specialist
In Israel some work must legally be performed by a licensed professional. DIY or unlicensed contractors are not only a safety risk but also grounds for insurance to deny a claim after a fire, flood or collapse.
Electricity — Ministry of Energy license
Any work beyond a bulb change: outlets and switches, breakers, RCD installation, any panel work. Panel work requires a Level 3 or 4 license.
Gas — Gas Authority license
Connecting, replacing or relocating a gas line, cooktop, oven or gas water heater. Permitted only for technicians with a Gas Authority license. A gas fault = immediate life risk, plus criminal fine if performed unlicensed.
Main stack in apartment buildings
Shared vertical plumbing, main valves, connection to the sewer manhole — requires a licensed, insured plumber, not a handyman. A mistake here means flooding the neighbours.
Load-bearing walls — engineer + permit
Opening, moving or removing a load-bearing wall requires a structural engineer's certification and a municipal permit. Without a permit — an offence plus a real risk of ceiling collapse.
Popular project bundles — which specialists to book together
Most renovations require 2–4 trades in the right sequence. Booking them upfront through KABLAY saves weeks of rework and sequencing mistakes (the electrician won't show up before the drywall installer finishes).
Kitchen remodel
₪25,000–80,000Plumber + electrician + tiler + drywall (for the niche) + painter. Rough plumbing and electrical go in before tiling — wrong order = tear-out and restart.
Bathroom remodel
₪18,000–60,000Plumber + tiler + electrician + stretch ceiling. Waterproofing, slopes and drain positions are critical — any mistake here affects 15–20 years.
Rental refresh
₪6,000–15,000Painter + handyman + electrical inspection. 1–2 weeks, full visual refresh, no deep renovation. Ideal between tenants.
Full renovation of an 80 m² apartment
₪120,000–280,000A project manager / renovation contractor coordinates all trades. 2–4 months. The best version: a written contract with a schedule, milestones and staged payments.
FAQ
How much does it cost to post a task on KABLAY?+
Posting a task and receiving offers is free for the client. Specialists pay a commission only after winning the job. No registration fees, no charges for failed leads.
Are all specialists on the platform licensed?+
Requirements depend on the trade. For electricians and gas technicians — a valid license is mandatory and on file. For plumbers, tilers and painters — verified experience and reviews; a license is recommended but not always legally required.
How do I know the price is fair before I book?+
Every category page (and this hub) publishes 2026 average price ranges. When you receive a quote, it is broken down into: labour, materials, transport. Comparing 3–5 quotes makes outliers obvious.
What happens if the specialist does not show up or does a bad job?+
There is a review system (only after completed work), a live rating, and KABLAY support that mediates disputes. In serious cases you can request a partial or full refund through the platform.
What is the difference between a handyman and a licensed electrician?+
A handyman hangs shelves, assembles furniture, changes handles — non-electrical tasks. Any work that exposes a wire, changes a connection or touches the panel legally requires a Ministry of Energy-licensed electrician. This line is legal, not stylistic.
Can I book an urgent visit on Shabbat or a holiday?+
Yes, in most categories. When posting a task, flag it "urgent" or "Shabbat/holiday". A 50–100% surcharge is standard. Only some specialists work on Shabbat — the filter will show only those who do.
Recent guides for a deeper dive
Before you book a specialist — read the relevant guide. Each is updated for 2026 prices, Israeli law, and specific sub-topics.
Sparking outlet — what to do immediately
6 urgent steps, 6 common Israeli causes, repair prices, and when a licensed electrician is legally required.
Electrician in Israel: licenses, Form 4, prices
How to read an electrician's license, what Form 4 means, and prices for common jobs.
Tree roots in sewer pipes — removal & prevention
Camera diagnosis, jetting, CIPP relining, 2026 prices and who pays.
Renovating an 80 m² apartment — 2026 budget
Line-by-line ILS breakdown, common budget mistakes, and budget / standard / premium versions.
Mold in the apartment — causes and removal
Identifying dangerous mold, why it is so common in Israeli apartments, and service prices.
Stretch ceilings — types and prices
PVC vs fabric, gloss/matte, 2026 per-m² prices, pros and cons.