By Tipping house cleaners and maids is a practice that has been gaining in popularity as people recognize the hard work and dedication required to provide quality services. While tipping etiquette, ethics, and social dynamics all play a role in how we approach this practice, it can be difficult to know when and how much to tip. Do I tip my maid service using my card after they’ve left? Do I hand it directly to the team lead before they leave? Doing something as seemingly straightforward and uncomplicated as tipping can be very nerve-wracking! My wife stresses out about this for all sorts of services. If everyone had a tipping guide like this, she’d be ecstatic.
We’ll cover everything from how much to tip your house keepers, how to tip, or if you should even tip. We also explain the differences tipping in cash vs card. Also, who gets the tips after house cleaning? The company or the hard working cleaner? With this guide, you will have all the information necessary for making informed decisions about tipping housekeepers.
Do I Need to Tip My House Cleaners?
Do you ever wonder if you should tip your house cleaners after they’ve finished up? It can be difficult to know the etiquette of tipping and when it’s appropriate. House cleaning is hard work! People often feel compelled to thank their team for the service with a gratuity but are unsure if it’s a normal thing.
When it comes to tipping your house cleaners, it’s important to remember that gratuities are not mandatory, and you won’t be pressured for one, at least here at CompanyClean. Tips are a way of showing appreciation for the work your cleaners do with no obligations.
How Much and How Often to Tip House Cleaners
How much to tip depends on a few factors. Firstly, how often does the team clean? For example, if they are only coming once a month, then it is appropriate to give a larger tip than if they visit multiple times per week. Secondly, the quality of the service should factor into the amount given. If the team did an especially good job with cleaning and organizing, then giving a larger tip would be appropriate.
Tipping etiquette suggests that you should tip an amount in proportion to the quality of service received. Generally speaking, it’s best to provide a generous tip for exceptional service – usually 10-15% of the total bill or $10-$20 per cleaner/maid depending on their workload.
Feel free to mix it up with gift cards to the movies, restaurants, or other fun rewards. Remember, house keepers are normal people too and love to have some time out!
Who Gets the Tips?
Different maid services and house cleaning companies will have their own policies. Here at CompanyClean, 100% of the tips whether cash or card go directly to your hardworking cleaner! No taking off the top here. They always go above and beyond and deserve every penny.
Cash Tips vs Credit Card
Tipping with cash or credit card has long been a source of contention and debate. Both have their pros and cons. Generally speaking, cash is often seen as the more traditional choice for tipping, offering some advantages over credit cards. Cash allows for a more personal experience between you and your cleaning team. There’s a certain bond that’s created between you and the cleaner when handing it over directly as opposed to adding it on after the cleaning. Additionally, cash is often preferred by cleaners due to its immediacy and the convenience of not having to account for it later.
On the other hand, credit cards offer advantages over cash when it comes to tipping. For starters, using a credit card allows you to track and monitor your gratuities more closely. You can also easily add it after your service with our follow-up emails that are sent out, or in your portal. Plus, there’s no chance of it being lost or misplaced.
Ultimately it’s up to you on using cash or credit. Either way, your cleaning team will greatly appreciate it!
Ok, I’m convinced, so how do I tip?
This is where people can start to get squirrely. When I use a home cleaning service, I get ready to tip when they’re packing up to leave. I do a walkthrough and if everything is great, I hand the tip directly to each team member if there’s more than one person. But, you can also hand the tips to the team leader to distribute. If you’re not at home, leave it in an envelope or with a note to make it clear that this is a tip. If you just leave money out, teams aren’t going to take it. Tipping is pretty straightforward, right?
Wrapping Up
Tipping your house cleaners is a great way to show them appreciation for their hard work. It’s important to remember that gratuities are not mandatory or expected, but if you do decide to give one it should be in proportion with the quality of service received. Generally speaking, 10-15% of the total bill or $10-$20 per cleaner/maid depending on their workload is appropriate. You can choose whether you want to tip using cash or credit card, and the result is the same for your cleaners. Lastly, remember that here at CompanyClean 100% of tips go to our hard working teams! With these tips in mind, we hope you now feel more confident about how and when to tip your house cleaners.
