Trusted House Sitting & Pet Care Services

We offer professional, reliable premium house sitting and dedicated pet care in Alberton, Johannesburg South, Centurion & The Moot - Pretoria, ensuring your home and pets are safe and happy while you're away.

Why Homeowners Choose Us

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Peace of Mind
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Happy Pets, Happy You
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Local. Trusted. Present.

Our Services

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House Sitting
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Pet Feeding & Care
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Plant Watering
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Home Checkups

Our Focus

Trust
Empathy
Attention to Detail

Building Trust Through Excellence

At THE HOMESITTERS, trust is the foundation of everything we do. We understand that opening your home to someone requires immense faith, which is why we've built our entire service around earning and maintaining your confidence. Through rigorous vetting processes, transparent communication, and consistent reliability, we ensure that your trust in us is well-placed. Our homesitters are not just professionals; they're trusted partners in maintaining the sanctity and security of your home.

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Empathy in Every Action

We believe that true care comes from understanding. Our approach to house sitting is deeply rooted in empathy – we treat your home as if it were our own and care for your pets as family. This emotional intelligence allows us to anticipate needs, provide comfort, and ensure that both your home and loved ones receive the attention they deserve. It's not just about following instructions; it's about caring deeply for what matters to you.

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The Details Make the Difference

Excellence lies in the details, and we pride ourselves on leaving nothing to chance. From maintaining your home's specific routines to following pet care instructions to the letter, we ensure every aspect of our service meets the highest standards. Our attention to detail means you'll return to find your home exactly as you left it – or better. We document everything, stay vigilant, and maintain clear communication, so you're always informed and assured.

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Our Vision

We’re here so you never have to choose between travel and peace of mind.

Where We Work

Alberton | Johannesburg South | Centurion | The Moot - Pretoria


What Clients Say

"I'm beyond grateful for the amazing care Megz gave to my home and pets while I was away. She went above and beyond—feeding the dogs, giving meds and probiotics, walking them daily, and keeping the house spotless. I came home to happy pets and a sparkling clean home. I couldn't have asked for better! Highly recommended!"
- Andria Blain
"Thank you for taking care of our pets with so much love and passion. Your service is great and much needed for pieces of mind. The pets absolutely fell in love with Dylan their pet sitter. Highly recommended"
- Sybil van Schoor
"Highly recommend! Dylan is an amazing dog sitter! He's so caring and loving towards animals. My dogs absolutely adore him, and I can tell they are in good hands when Dylan is looking after them."
- Angelique Timms
"We recently had "The homesitters" sit our home, and the experience was exceptional. Dylan was highly responsible, respectful, and attentive, keeping our house clean and following all instructions perfectly. He maintained excellent communication, provided regular updates, and took great care of our pets, ensuring they received plenty of love. Returning to a spotless home gave us real peace of mind, and we highly recommend "The homesitters" to anyone seeking a trustworthy sitter. We look forward to working with them again!"
- Pieter and Margaret Oosthuizen
"Top-Notch House & Dog Sitter ! Dylan is trustworthy, reliable, and dog-loving! He took excellent care of our home and furry friends. We returned to happy pets and a spotless house. Highly recommend! 5/5 stars."
- Nadine Bullick Clint

FAQs

THE HOMESITTERS is run by five friends — Marcel Serfontein, Dylan Botha, Megan Wolmarans, Lizelle Serfontein and WG Kotzee. We personally handle every booking, so you'll always know exactly who is caring for your home and pets.

Absolutely. We feed, walk and play with your pets, administer any required medication, and keep to their usual routines so they stay happy and relaxed while you're away.

Yes. We happily arrange a complimentary meet-and-greet (in person or via video call) before you confirm your booking so you can get to know your homesitter and run through your home & pet routines.

We currently cover Alberton, Johannesburg South, Centurion and The Moot – Pretoria. If you live just outside these areas, get in touch and we’ll see if we can help.

You can click "Book Your Homesitter Today", email us at thehomesitters.info@gmail.com or WhatsApp +27 740 335 344 with your dates and location. We’ll reply the same day with availability and a clear quote.

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