Here are a few tips on tipping
Tipping gutter cleaners isn’t expected; however, it’s a thoughtful way to acknowledge exceptional service.
A standard tip ranges from $10 to $20 per worker, but you can adjust this based on the difficulty or duration of the job.
Offering cold drinks, snacks, or coffee is a practical and appreciated alternative to cash.
Always check the company’s tipping policy first, and if tipping in cash, give it directly to the cleaners who completed the work.
After a job well done, you may want to show gratitude to your gutter cleaners for helping you with an important home maintenance project. However, the proper etiquette around tipping can be unclear when it comes to professional gutter services for your home. If you’d like to show appreciation to your gutter cleaners for their hard work, here’s some know-how on tipping, from how much to tip to alternative forms of tipping.
The general rule of thumb is: no, it’s not customary to tip professional gutter cleaners. But there is no set-in-stone rule. While contractors usually don’t expect tips, you can always ask them about their tipping policy. Still, if your gutter cleaners have done an exceptional job, you can show appreciation through tipping.
If you’d like to tip your gutter cleaners, $10 to $20 per cleaner is a typical tip. If the job is more challenging or takes more time, you can always tip a little more. The cost of gutter cleaning is usually about $160, so you can consider your budget when you hire a local gutter cleaner. A 20% tip on that job comes out to about $32.
There are other ways to show your gutter cleaners your gratitude. You can order them breakfast and coffee to give them fuel for the job or provide a box of snacks for them to munch on throughout the day. If it’s a hot day, they’ll most likely appreciate a cooler stocked with ice and refreshing drinks.
Other simple gestures like leaving a great review or giving them a referral can also act as a memorable thank you. They’re effortless deeds that help their business reach more customers and take very little time.
If giving a monetary tip, it’s best to give your tip to your gutter cleaners once they’ve finished the job. You can give it to them in cash, along with your payment for the gutter cleaning.
If your way of showing appreciation is to buy food for the crew, check in with them to see when is a convenient time for them to accept it, and coordinate with their meal times. You can also offer smaller items like snacks or drinks if your gutter cleaners are taking a break.
You may want to consider asking the team leader about tipping policies before attempting to give them anything. Some contractors may not be allowed to accept money or certain types of goods, like homemade food or non-sealed beverages.
Once you know it’s okay to give tips, hand cash tips directly to the gutter cleaners who have worked on the job. If tipping with food, you can always give it to the team leader to hand out to everyone.
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