Tattoo House Calls Johannesburg | Tattoos by Charlene
Tattoos by Charlene • Johannesburg House Calls
Professional Tattoo House Calls in Johannesburg
Tattoos by Charlene offers professional tattoo house calls in Johannesburg, including selected areas in Johannesburg South, East, North and surrounding suburbs.
Looking for a professional tattoo house call in Johannesburg? We offer mobile tattoo services across selected areas in Johannesburg and surrounding suburbs, bringing a professional, hygienic setup to you for comfort, privacy and convenience.
We service clients across Johannesburg East, Johannesburg South, parts of Johannesburg North, the East Rand and selected surrounding areas. If your suburb, estate or town is not listed, please contact us for a quote.
One standard travel pricing structure: House calls may depart from either of our studios depending on scheduling and availability. Distance is calculated from whichever studio location is closest to your booking address, but the same pricing bands apply regardless of which studio is used.
📍 Our Studio Bases
Tattoos by Charlene – East Studio
10 Thames Road, Bertrams, Johannesburg, 2094
Tattoos by Charlene – South Studio
COMING SOON
🚗 House Call Travel Rates
Travel fees are based on estimated driving distance, route planning, access requirements, parking, waiting time and safety considerations. All travel fees are confirmed before the booking is secured.
0–10 km
R300
Suitable for nearby bookings around either studio base and selected inner-Johannesburg suburbs.
10–20 km
R350
Suitable for many surrounding Johannesburg suburbs including selected east and south areas.
20–30 km
R450
Covers a wider Johannesburg radius including selected northern, eastern and southern areas.
30–45 km
R550
For extended travel across Johannesburg and surrounding areas including selected East Rand and outer suburbs.
45–60 km
R650+
For longer-distance bookings. Final quote depends on exact address, route and booking requirements.
60 km+
Custom Quote
Pretoria, Vereeniging, Vanderbijlpark and other outlying areas are quoted individually.
🗺️ Common Areas We Service
We regularly assist clients in and around the following areas. This list is a general guide only and is not exhaustive.
Johannesburg East & Inner Areas
Bertrams, Kensington, Observatory, Bezuidenhout Valley, Malvern, Bellevue, and nearby areas.
Johannesburg South
Crown Gardens, Turffontein, Rosettenville, South Hills, Regents Park, Winchester Hills, Mondeor, Alan Manor, Glenanda and nearby areas.
North / Central / Surrounding
Bedfordview, Bruma, Linksfield, Norwood, Houghton, Rosebank, Sandton, Rivonia, Randburg, Bryanston, Fourways, Midrand and selected surrounding suburbs.
East Rand & Outer Areas
Edenvale, Kempton Park, Germiston, Alberton, Boksburg, Benoni, Springs, Nigel and selected outlying areas subject to quote and availability.
💼 What’s Included in Every House Call
- Professional mobile tattoo setup
- Portable tattoo bed where required
- Professional lighting or ring light where needed
- Sterile single-use needles and consumables
- Professional hygienic setup and pack-down
- Convenience of being tattooed in your own space
- Access to selected aftercare and related products, subject to stock availability
🏠 House Call Setup Requirements
- Indoor setup is preferred for hygiene, privacy and lighting control
- A clean, stable and reasonably spacious setup area is required
- A table or desk can help, but is not always essential
- Seating should be available where needed
- The tattoo area should be clean and shaved beforehand if necessary
- Children are welcome, but the session must not be interrupted or delayed
🔐 Safety, Privacy & Access
- Your address and personal details are kept private and used only for booking purposes
- Complex, estate or gated-access details must be provided in advance
- Parking, entry instructions, stairs or access limitations must be disclosed when booking
- Bookings may be adjusted, rescheduled or declined where access, hygiene or safety cannot reasonably be guaranteed
💳 Booking, Deposits & Payment Terms
- Bookings are confirmed only once the required deposit has been paid
- The house-call travel fee is payable upfront at the time of booking
- No deposit means no booking slot is held
- Deposits and travel fees are non-refundable once the booking is secured
- No-shows, very late cancellations or incorrect address or access details may result in forfeited payments
- Rescheduling is subject to availability and standard booking terms
- Approved payment methods and BNPL options may be available where applicable
- Prices, service areas and travel zones may change without notice
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How are house-call travel fees calculated?
Travel fees are based on estimated driving distance from whichever Tattoos by Charlene studio location is closest to your booking address. The same pricing bands apply regardless of which studio the artist departs from.
Which areas do you cover for tattoo house calls?
We cover selected areas in Johannesburg East, Johannesburg South, parts of Johannesburg North, the East Rand and surrounding suburbs. Areas outside our standard coverage may still be quoted on request. We may refuse a house call.
Do you do tattoo house calls outside Johannesburg?
Yes, selected longer-distance bookings may be accommodated depending on schedule, travel distance and booking requirements. Areas outside our standard coverage are quoted individually.
What do I need for a tattoo house call setup?
A clean, stable indoor space is preferred. Good lighting, seating and a calm setup area help. The tattoo area should be clean and shaved beforehand if necessary.
Do I need to pay a deposit for a house call booking?
Yes. Bookings are only confirmed once the required deposit has been paid. The travel fee is also payable upfront at the time of booking.
Are deposits and travel fees refundable?
No. Deposits and travel fees are non-refundable once the booking has been secured. Late cancellations, no-shows or incorrect address or access details may result in forfeited payments.
Can I reschedule my house call?
Reschedules may be allowed depending on availability and standard booking terms. Please communicate as early as possible if you need to move your booking.
Can children be present during the appointment?
Children may be present, but the session must not be interrupted, delayed or made unsafe. A calm and controlled environment is important for both hygiene and concentration.
Do you bring your own equipment?
Yes. We bring the professional tattoo setup, sterile single-use consumables and lighting where needed. Setup and pack-down are included.
Can I use BNPL or flexible payment options?
Approved payment methods and BNPL options may be available where applicable, but booking confirmation is still subject to payment terms being met.
Ready to Book a Tattoo House Call?
Please send your suburb, full address, contact number, design details, preferred date and any access instructions when requesting a quote or booking.
All travel prices listed are guide prices only. Final travel fees and availability are confirmed via WhatsApp before booking.
Request a House Call / Get a Quote