TIPPING YOUR CLEANERS
At 2K’s Cleaning NYC tipping is never mandatory, so you do not ever have to feel obligated to provide a tip, but cleaners certainly appreciate being recognized for a job well done. Keeping things like the size of the company, the frequency of your services, the difficulty of the task and the quality of the work in mind will help you determine if and when you wish to tip your cleaner.
How Much to Tip
If you received good service, it’s a good idea to tip between 15-20% of the rate you pay, and you can tip a little on the higher end if you feel that your cleaner did an exceptional job or if you asked them to complete an especially dirty project.
Acceptable Forms of Tipping
Cash is our acceptable form of tip, and it is also the most preferred option among cleaners, especially for one-time services. However, if you have a maid who visits your home frequently and you don’t feel comfortable tipping in cash, there are other ways to show your appreciation. If you know your house cleaner well, you could gift them with something personal such as a nice bottle of wine, or a gift card to one of their favorite shops or to a local café or restaurant. Putting that personal touch into your tip will let your cleaner know that you appreciate them as a person, not just as a cleaner.