You’ve found someone good — now comes the big question:
“Should they live in… or go home daily?”
It’s a decision many Kenyan employers face — from homes hiring househelps to shops hiring sales assistants or cashiers.
Each option comes with pros and cons. Let’s help you decide what works best — and how to manage it professionally.
🏠 Option 1: Live-In Staff
Pros:
- Always available during emergencies
- No lateness due to transport issues
- Ideal for househelps, security, or 24/7 roles
- Helps with early morning and late-night duties
Cons:
- Less privacy for your family
- Risk of burnout if not given proper rest/off-days
- Boundaries must be clearly defined
Best For:
Homes with small children, elderly care, cleaning-intensive homes, rural locations, or irregular working hours.
🚌 Option 2: Commuting Staff
Pros:
- Clear work-life boundaries
- Less emotional pressure or dependency
- More affordable (no food/accommodation cost)
Cons:
- Lateness during rain, strikes, or traffic
- Not available during emergencies
- Harder to manage if your needs vary daily
Best For:
Shops, offices, salons, part-time home help, or households with clear daytime needs.
How NadiServices.com Supports Both Options
For Employers:
- Choose whether you want live-in or daily staff when posting a job
- Filter candidates based on location, availability, and preferences
- Use contracts that clearly state hours, off-days, and boundaries
- Get structured hiring, onboarding, and backup support
For Homes (Househelp Management Plan):
- Tailor the plan to live-in or daily help
- We guide you on rest time, leave, and privacy management
- Get temporary replacements when your daily help can’t make it
📎 www.nadiservices.com/househelp-management
💡 There’s No One-Size-Fits-All. Choose What Fits Your Lifestyle.
What matters is structure, respect, and the right setup — not whether someone sleeps under your roof or commutes daily.
With the tools and support from NadiServices.com – Your Partner in Progress, you’ll make the right choice either way.
Need Help Deciding or Hiring?
✔️ Visit www.nadiservices.com
✔️ Post your job and select your preferred setup
✔️ Get structured hiring help and performance support
📲 Or talk to us on WhatsApp: https://wa.me/message/55PT37VFDRJBM1
NadiServices.com — Helping Kenyan homes and businesses hire with clarity and confidence.
Your Partner in Progress.
