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Deals and benefits that are perfect for household, childcare, DIY, and everyday help via KnowS
Winter has its own rhythm. The days are shorter, but small rays of light are all the more significant. This is exactly where KnowS Winter Gifts 2025 come in. Every week, there is a surprise that brings joy and makes everyday life noticeably easier.
Background to the campaign
The winter gifts show how versatile KnowS is in everyday life. People find support in the household, help with celebrations, DIY, sewing, or childcare through KnowS. The campaign complements this with benefits that are perfect for the quiet season and make everyday life more pleasant.
The focus is on three elements:
- Small surprises that bring joy
- Benefits that make everyday life easier
- A feeling of closeness and warmth through KnowS
St. Margrethen is one of the most active municipalities
An evaluation of the assignments arranged through KnowS shows that municipalities in the canton of St. Gallen are particularly active when it comes to providing everyday assistance.
The municipality of St. Margrethen is one of the most active places in Switzerland, ranking 6th out of a total of 647 municipalities in an evaluation of the assignments arranged.
Regional media also regularly report on developments and topics from the Rhine Valley region.
More information about the canton of St. Gallen
www.sg.ch
KnowS is also used regularly in neighbouring municipalities, for example in
Au
Berneck
Rheineck
Thal
Popular services in the canton of St. Gallen
The following services are particularly sought after in the canton of St. Gallen via KnowS:
Household help
Pet care
Assistance for seniors
Gardening
Small repairs
Moving and transport
Childcare
Many of these tasks can be completed quickly if suitable service providers can be found in the region. Create a job listing free of charge and find the right people to support you.
How KnowS works
KnowS connects people looking for help with those offering their skills.
The process is simple:
1 Create a job request online
2 Suitable service providers in your area receive a request
3 Compare quotes and choose the right provider
A job request can be created in just a few minutes.
Disposal and clearing out, making space for new things
Spring cleaning is also the ideal opportunity to dispose of items you no longer need. Cellars, attics and garages in particular often offer great potential for creating space.
Typical disposal tasks include:
• Disposing of furniture
• Disposing of bulky waste
• Clearing out cellars or attics
• Disposing of old appliances
• Transporting items
Find or offer support for disposal and transport:
Guidelines for proper disposal in Switzerland are provided by the Federal Office for the Environment:
www.bafu.admin.ch
Local support strengthens communities
Digital platforms such as KnowS help to strengthen local networks. People from the same region can support one another whilst creating new income opportunities.
Platforms for local services are also becoming increasingly important in the Swiss start-up scene.
More about Swiss start-ups
www.startupticker.ch
In the canton of St. Gallen in particular, it is clear just how important local support has become in everyday life.
Overview of all service providers’ skills:
If you need help with everyday tasks, you can quickly create a request online. Suitable service providers from your local area will get in touch directly and can submit quotes.
Frequently asked questions about everyday assistance in St. Gallen
How do I find everyday help in St. Gallen?
Many people are looking for support with everyday tasks such as housework, moving house, gardening or care. Through KnowS, you can find suitable helpers in the St. Gallen region by creating a request or searching directly for the services you need.
What tasks can be arranged via KnowS?
KnowS connects people with a wide range of services. These include, for example, domestic help, assistance with moving house, small repairs, gardening, childcare or care for the elderly, as well as pet care.
Can I find help at short notice in St. Gallen?
Yes. Many helpers offer their services on a flexible basis. Especially for tasks such as assembling furniture, moving house or domestic help, support can often be found at short notice.
Who offers everyday support?
On KnowS, people from the local area offer their skills and services. These include, for example, tradespeople, students, experienced helpers, or people who wish to offer their support with everyday tasks.
How does KnowS work?
KnowS connects people looking for help with local individuals offering support. Users can describe their task or directly discover suitable services and get in touch.
What kind of everyday help is most frequently sought in St. Gallen?
The most common tasks include domestic help, assistance with moving house, gardening, minor repairs, and looking after children or elderly people.
Is KnowS only available in St. Gallen?
KnowS is used in many regions of Switzerland. As well as in St. Gallen, people in other towns and communities also find everyday support via the platform.
Where can I find everyday support?
Everyday support can be found directly via the KnowS platform. Services from your own region are listed there.
Find support and advertise your own jobs on KnowS
Anyone who needs support in everyday life can create their own ad on KnowS at any time. A clear description helps suitable providers from the region to submit an offer and contact you directly. Every request creates the basis for a quick and reliable solution, whether it's for household chores, childcare, DIY, or a party.
The ad creation process is simple. Describe the support you need and set your own budget. As soon as an offer is received, the job can be accepted and the contract confirmed. This results in straightforward jobs that make everyday life noticeably easier and strengthen the community.
Discover the KnowS App
Want to increase your income? Or are you looking for support with your tasks? The KnowS app is one of the most frequently used everyday platforms in Switzerland when it comes to support in the household, care, events or crafts. The KnowS app offers you the opportunity to showcase your talents or find the right support, quickly and flexibly. In just a few clicks, you can discover the help you need. Secure jobs, earn money, and make full use of your skills. Get started right away, wherever and whenever you want. Download the KnowS App now for free and start unlocking your potential.
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