How Much Should You Tip a House Cleaner for Christmas?

  1. Overview

    Consider Your Regular Habits.

    • If you tip regularly at the time of service throughout the year, you may feel inclined to give your house cleaner a smaller bonus at Christmastime. This may be appropriate if you tip sufficiently throughout the year to consider your regular generosity an adequate demonstration of your appreciation.

    A Good Time for Special Recognition.

    • Christmas is a great time, however, to give your house cleaner special recognition for the ongoing service she does for you. Considering the personal nature of that service--spending regular time in your home, cleaning up your messes--you may feel inclined to give an extra thank you at the holidays.

    Bottom Line

    • Etiquette guru Emily Post recommends tipping your house cleaner up to the amount of one week’s pay and/or a small gift at Christmas time. However, it is also perfect acceptable to keep your regularly habits in mind: "If you tip at the time of service, you may forego an end of the year tip, or give a more modest holiday thank you."

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