Tipping those who do work around your home

[jayerose]

Do you tip those workers who come in and install carpet, paint or upgrade your bathroom, etc. etc.?

[Velvet]

Yes, and the tip depends on how well they did the job, good work good tip.

[davem4616]

we regularly tip the workers that we hire...we see it as another opportunity to give back to our local community...but it's not automatic...it's based upon their attitude and the quality of work

[graciegirl]

I am not ashamed to say we do not tip contractors.

[JSR22]

We always tip.

[Polar Bear]

we regularly tip the workers that we hire...we see it as another opportunity to give back to our local community...but it's not automatic...it's based upon their attitude and the quality of work
There ya go. :)

[VApeople]

Do you tip those workers who come in and install carpet, paint or upgrade your bathroom, etc. etc.?

Yes, definitely.

[PugMom]

yes, we do. for the trash pickup we actually hand out xmas cards with a small token of our appreciation inside. i'll never forget the look on the driver's face when we gave him one-complete surprise as if he never got 1 before, lol. i do it cuz it feels good, & now we know them by name.

[Nucky]

Depending on the job sometimes an appropriate small taste after they start and then adjust according to the job they do. The key is to let them know more is coming if they don't disappoint. Remember we got a Stimulus Check. It's to Stimulate those who deserve it. Our lawn crew is my favorite target for a nice tip and something cold to drink. They give their all in a rough and thankless job. It's customary to do this where I come from.

[Stu from NYC]

yes, we do. for the trash pickup we actually hand out xmas cards with a small token of our appreciation inside. i'll never forget the look on the driver's face when we gave him one-complete surprise as if he never got 1 before, lol. i do it cuz it feels good, & now we know them by name.

How do you know if you are tipping the same guys who regularly do the pickup for you?

[PugMom]

How do you know if you are tipping the same guys who regularly do the pickup for you?

because he took a liking to our pug. now when they come by, she has to be the 1st 1 to greet them. now & then we get a different driver, usually around the holidays

[collie1228]

We just had a large tree removed from our courtyard, and were happy to give the three workers a generous tip for a job well done.

[stan the man]

I am not ashamed to say we do not tip contractors.

I am so sorry to hear this.

[jdulej]

We tip the workers when they do a good job. We do not tip the actual contractors who are (IMHO) usually ripping off Villagers with their estimates.

[Nucky]

I am so sorry to hear this.

Stan, a nice Sangwich or a case of beer or NOTHING is appropriate in many cases. Judging somebody else's way of handling things for me is not the way to go.

I'm sorry to hear you are sorry about it because it's none of our business. :mademyday:

[EdFNJ]

Stan, a nice Sangwich or a case of beer or NOTHING is appropriate in many cases. Judging somebody else's way of handling things for me is not the way to go.

I'm sorry to hear you are sorry about it because it's none of our business. :mademyday:In general, not specifically referring to this post there are some people here who do that in 90% of their posts. The old saying "if you can't say something productive then just stfu" applies. Or some saying like that! If everyone followed that golden rule things would be much nicer. Just to note, there is a difference between disagreeing with someone and explaining why one disagrees vs. just making a snarky reply that either intentionally or UNintentionally only serves to insult which adds nothing positive to a discussion.

[graciegirl]

Are you talking about Christmas time or cleaning out the dryer vent?

This is where I am old school. I think how I spend my money or save it or share it is very personal. I think you would have to know me well to pass judgement on whether or not I am kind to others.

I think it wise for most people to be ready to see huge economic chaos. Then it will be time to quietly give to those starving or homeless, especially those who are mentally unfit.

I dislike it very much when people pass judgement on others not knowing what they do and how they think and how they live.

[npwalters]

It depends on the situation. If I'm paying a 100 bucks to do a one hour job om my cart. No. If it is an electrician doing a $150 dollar job that took him about an hour - no. If it is a worker -not the owner - making 15 bucks an hour and he/she does a good job then probably a few bucks.

I was recently charged $110 per hour labor for 4 hours (1 hour per brake) to change the brakes on my RV. I did not tip the worker since I figured I'd been screwed enough already.

[TCNY61]

yes, we do. for the trash pickup we actually hand out xmas cards with a small token of our appreciation inside. i'll never forget the look on the driver's face when we gave him one-complete surprise as if he never got 1 before, lol. i do it cuz it feels good, & now we know them by name.

In NY where we have the automatic trucks where they don't even get out during Christmas he gets out and tapes a card to the can with his address on it.

[CWGUY]

In NY where we have the automatic trucks where they don't even get out during Christmas he gets out and tapes a card to the can with his address on it.

:beer3: Where I lived in NYS the garbage man used to tape AA literature to the side of my recycling bin. :shrug:

[baustgen]

I tip the regular workers. Lawn crew, garbage , paper, sprinkler guy, bug msn, HVAC guy. I do not tip employees of contractors.

[Velvet]

:beer3: Where I lived in NYS the garbage man used to tape AA literature to the side of my recycling bin. :shrug:

As long as they don’t tape Jehovahs Witness literature.... don’t want to pick on them but they have left stuff at my place before.

[Nucky]

It depends on the situation. If I'm paying a 100 bucks to do a one hour job om my cart. No. If it is an electrician doing a $150 dollar job that took him about an hour - no. If it is a worker -not the owner - making 15 bucks an hour and he/she does a good job then probably a few bucks.

I was recently charged $110 per hour labor for 4 hours (1 hour per brake) to change the brakes on my RV. I did not tip the worker since I figured I'd been screwed enough already.

Wanna sell the RV? :1rotfl: Can't find a decent one for NOTHING. $440 4, 4 brakes? Gimme a Break! :1rotfl: I'm with you. NO TIP 4 U! Like the guy on Seinfeld with the soup. I'm not typing that name no way!

[Nucky]

:beer3: Where I lived in NYS the garbage man used to tape AA literature to the side of my recycling bin. :shrug:

Now, that's funny! I had to change from bottles to cans so I could smash the cans. People actually commented on the number of recycling cans I put out. They were the little garbage cans. But there were a lot of 'em. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl: AA Literature :1rotfl:

That was a lifetime ago. No more thank you, Lord!

[Stu from NYC]

:beer3: Where I lived in NYS the garbage man used to tape AA literature to the side of my recycling bin. :shrug:

In NY the garbage men would go door to door expecting tips.

Of course you do get different guys each week so your not exactly tipping the guys doing the work.

[mrfixit]

:beer3:
Where I lived in NYS

the garbage man used to tape AA literature to the side of my recycling bin.

:shrug:

:1rotfl: ........... ROTFLMAO .........:1rotfl:

[Miriam2940]

Absolutely

[Rsenholzi]

If it’s the owners of the company , I do not as they are getting the money from the job and I am sure they have padded it generously. However, if it’s his workers, I do tip. If they are there for several days , I will buy lunch for all also. I always make sure there is water available for them also.
Holiday time is the time for tipping my regulars- the lawn guy, the pest control, newspaper , postman, etc. They work hard and should be rewarded so I get them a gift card usually.

[GOLFER54]

You should be !!!

[ruralgoddess]

what about their crew???

[Girlcopper]

We tip the workers when they do a good job. We do not tip the actual contractors who are (IMHO) usually ripping off Villagers with their estimates.
And you hire themwhen you feel youre being ripped off??? :shocked::

[Professor]

No, they already charge plenty fort heir services in my opinion.

[rjn5656]

We do tip some of the workers who do work for us, depending on the project. Example, we moved last week, and we tipped the 3 workers who moved our furniture for a great job. But did not tip the owner.

[brenda massey]

absolutely, if the work is good

[Bob in Fishers]

Hell no

[Hackercraft]

I keep several bottles of water in the refrigerator and offer them to the workers.

[Linnberg]

we regularly tip the workers that we hire...we see it as another opportunity to give back to our local community...but it's not automatic...it's based upon their attitude and the quality of work

We tip all of the contractors also and amount is based the same as above. I never knew to do that but am proud hubby is so generous. He also leaves $5/day for the maid/housekeeper anytime we stay at hotel. Never knew to do that before either. In today’s times even more important.

[Mike Shebel]

We do show our appreciation to those workers who do a great job!!

For example, we had 2 extra large palms removed from our courtyard, and 9 men here with equipment, and they did not miss a beat, very professional and job well done. Besides paying a huge sum for removal, we paid all 9 workers a nice tip and provided lunch. They were so appreciative. Very respectful.

[tjboxer79]

Absolutely...and annual Christmas gifts to lawn guy and hiusecleaner

[JerseyGurl]

Yes I tip. The amount varies depending on the job the work being done and the workers. It’s my way of giving back to those in the community.

[graciegirl]

We do tip some of the workers who do work for us, depending on the project. Example, we moved last week, and we tipped the 3 workers who moved our furniture for a great job. But did not tip the owner.

The two men who moved us in nine years ago charged way too little. They worked and helped and were stellar. We insisted they take much more than they asked for.

However we only "tip" these folks at Christmas;

Lawn people, Pool people, Trash people. We don't hire anyone to trim the bushes or clean the house.

Is this getting to be a battle as to who is the most decent human being? Money is power. If you don't spend it, you still have it, to keep yourself independent and to help others. Only God is interested in how you disperse it and only He knows what is in your heart.

I believe that tipping contractors is more geographic in origin than it is an ethical or Miss Manners issue. Midwesterners didn't tip the Vet when he came to castrate the bull calves.

[BumpaOompa]

We tipped the workers from the moving company when we moved in. We also leave a nice gift or money at holidays for workers who frequent our home such as housekeepers or landscapers. Other than that we do not tip. For a single job a quote is a quote and we have found them to be excessive in The Villages. If the boss is not paying their workers appropriately it is not my responsibility to cover. We do however provide beverages and snacks/food if they are at the house more than a few hours.

[Curtisbwp]

Do you tip those workers who come in and install carpet, paint or upgrade your bathroom, etc. etc.?

I always have cash and frame it as 'id like to buy you lunch'

[Garywt]

We never do. They are paid well and we have a contracted price. Not like they serve you in a restaurant or anything like that.

[Stu from NYC]

We will tip depending upon the circumstances but tipping has gotten out of hand.

When cashiers at restaurants have a tip jar, tipping has gotten a bit over the top,

[tag460]

No, they charge enough as it is.

[chris.noland]

Yes. Based on their job performance and politeness. Some work for just above minimum wage. I know this for a fact (family member works in HVAC).

[nikonuser1]

We tip people, especially employees of the companies that we hire. If it's a one owner, one employee then it depends on how well they do their job. The people who have these jobs depend on us, as customers. They do not have high paying jobs but still have high cost of living. Most have families but these are the best jobs they can get. Giving a little bit more to them just seems like the right thing to do.

[Parnell]

I don't tip independent contractors - only workers who are employed by a business.

[catlady1955@aol.com]

How much do people tip the mail station person?

[retiredguy123]

It depends. If the quote is fair or a little on the low side, I will tell the workers in advance that I will be paying them more than the quote if they do a good job. That gives them an incentive to do good work. It seems to work. But, to automatically tip all workers after they finish doesn't make sense to me.

[wisbad1]

I am so sorry to hear this.
Why would you tip someone you are paying already? Nice but not necessary, next time they will just charge more.

[Joe V.]

I don't tip independent contractors - only workers who are employed by a business.

Why?

[Velvet]

Why?

Don’t they decide how much they charge for a job?

[Stu from NYC]

We seem to be evolving to a culture where everyone gets a tip whether they deserve it or not.

[photo1902]

Do you tip those workers who come in and install carpet, paint or upgrade your bathroom, etc. etc.?

Most definitely

[Joe V.]

Don’t they decide how much they charge for a job?

I see. Private small business people do not deserve a tip but those who work for corporate enterprises do. Got it.

[Velvet]

I don’t believe in guilt trips sorry.

People need to be charge a proper amount per job. It is not a matter of who deserves a tip. How am I suppose to guess how much a job is worth? What is involved? What materials are needed? How much they cost? How humble is my service person? I prefer a proper estimate of costs rather than guessing at all these things myself. With a waiter one can see the service one receives and knows how much the food costs, with contractors usually one does not.

[Joe V.]

I don’t believe in guilt trips sorry.

People need to be charge a proper amount per job. It is not a matter of who deserves a tip. How am I suppose to guess how much a job is worth? What is involved? What materials are needed? How much they cost? How humble is my service person? I prefer a proper estimate of costs rather than guessing at all these things myself. With a waiter one can see the service one receives and knows how much the food costs, with contractors usually one does not.

Tip people how you want. No guilt trip intended. I will continue to tip well for well done jobs. Even my contractors who I feel deserve it. Merry Christmas!

[photo1902]

I don’t believe in guilt trips sorry.

People need to be charge a proper amount per job. It is not a matter of who deserves a tip. How am I suppose to guess how much a job is worth? What is involved? What materials are needed? How much they cost? How humble is my service person? I prefer a proper estimate of costs rather than guessing at all these things myself. With a waiter one can see the service one receives and knows how much the food costs, with contractors usually one does not.

You’ve had workers give you a guilt trip about tipping? Wow.

[Velvet]

Tip people how you want. No guilt trip intended. I will continue to tip well for well done jobs. Even my contractors who I feel deserve it. Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to you too. Glad to hear you are generous so much better to err on that side....

[Velvet]

You’ve had workers give you a guilt trip about tipping? Wow.

Only one, she did not follow my instructions and when found out she stuttered that she misunderstood what was in writing right in front of her and what I had clearly explained to her. She got paid but no tip. The only incident I’ve had like that in TV.

[Retiring]

I always tip but the amount depends on quality of work and attitude. I don’t tip a percentage but a dollar amount that I feel good about at the moment. Coming from a GC family in NYC I like to talk to the subs. I understand FL has a relatively low cost of living but these subs really don’t make much. I have the resources that allow tipping but I don’t fault those on a fixed income for not tipping.