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Old 06-10-2025, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Nell57 View Post
Yes, I do tip workmen who come in my home. IF they do a good job.
It’s easy enough to give them $20 and tell them to buy themselves dinner.
Just my opinion, but I think you might be part of the problem. The workers are, very likely, getting full hourly pay plus overtime. Even at straight hourly rate trades people generally make good money. A big smile and "Thank You" should be enough.