Find a house sitter in New York, NY

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Top 10 house sitters in New York, NY

Homeowners agree: these New York house sitters are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Happy Tails Sitting Serivces

Happy Tails Sitting Serivces

5.0(3)
15+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Kelly K. says, "Everything! My pets were treated like royalty. They were sad to see the sitter leave. I would use her again anytime" Read more
GroomingbySabrin

GroomingbySabrin

5.0(1)
3 hires on HomeGuide
6+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Cynthia B. says, "Sabrin did a great job on my toy schnauzer. She is knowledgeable and full of helpful suggestions. I am very happy with her. " Read more
Spotless Cleaning

Spotless Cleaning

5.0(4)
2 hires on HomeGuide
13+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Ashely C. says, "I was amazed to find no dust left . I’m very particular when it comes to my home and how I like things done. Katherine deep cleaned my entire home and left everything spotless . " Read more
Von Porsches Complete Pet Care

Von Porsches Complete Pet Care

2 hires on HomeGuide
13+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
For 25 years I have specialized in dog behavior and help owners understand their dog's purpose in their life. I deal with basic obedience and special needs. I also do boarding, walks, and consulting. Watching the bond between owner and dog get stronger and harmonious.
Aly Dog Sitter

Aly Dog Sitter

5.0(2)
6+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Caio F. says, "The best ever for leaving my pets when I'm out! She is very kind, lovely and carefuly with me and my dogs! My dogs love her!" Read more
Reina

Reina

Serves New York, NY
Pilozo Cleaner Cleaning services. Ofrecemos: - limpieza de casa - Limpieza de oficinas - Limpieza de ventanas ¿Por qué debe elegirnos? Porque nosotros usamos el mejor cuidado y el mejor material de limpieza. Somos capacitados para una buena limpieza y usted quedará satisfecho. Tenemos años de experiencia. Lo que más nos gusta de nuestro trabajo es ver a nuestros clientes felices después de que entregamos las casas/ oficinas/ ventanas limpias. About Us - House cleaning - Office cleaning - Window cleaning Why do you need us? Because we always have the best attention and we use the bests cleaning products for you. We have experienc
Antoinette Stone

Antoinette Stone

2+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Welcome to cleaning services provided by Antoinette Stone, your trusted partner for a spotless and organized home in New York City. As a dedicated solo entrepreneur, I specialize in home organizing, window cleaning, house sitting, and comprehensive house cleaning services. My commitment is to delivering personalized and meticulous care ensures your living spaces are both pristine and well-organized to all my clients. Whether you need a one-time deep clean or regular upkeep, I am here to make your home shine and simplify your life with my attention to detail and maintain a professional service.
Skootee’s Pet Care Service

Skootee’s Pet Care Service

11 hires on HomeGuide
31+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
I offer a loving,home-like setting for pet boarding and daycare.. There is an enclosed outdoor play yard for the dogs. Private room for cat boarding. Free pick up and return I love animals and the unconditional love they give us. It’s rewarding to provide quality care for pets, so their owners can be away from their pet and not worry!
GH4DOGS

GH4DOGS

20+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
I truly believe in what I do, whether I am watching your Mother, Father,Children, or pets I know I am there to protect, love,care,and be there.to care for them like my own family. Everything whether it's your Elder family members, your children, or your fur babies. I truly enjoy the being there for you and getting to help and love them.
L’amour De I’homme

L’amour De I’homme

5+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Hi, I'm Julian, I'm 20, I'm a chef with a few side hustles. I had a dog of my own named Toby pass away last year and for 15 years of my life he was my best friend. I love animals so much so that whenever I had friends or family that we're going on trips or vacation, I'd always be asked or offer to take care of their family, and I'll treat them as if they we're my own, if you want photos, videos, of their lives I'd be more to happy to make those.

Your House Sitting questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does house-sitting cost near me?

House-sitting costs $15 to $35 per hour on average for short-term care. Longer house-sitting jobs have rates of $40 to $80 per day for drop-in pet and general upkeep services. A pet sitter charges $50 to $125 per night for full-time care and overnight stays for high-anxiety or high-maintenance animals.

  • Dog walking prices are $10 to $35 per outing.
  • Cat sitters are typically cheaper than dog sitters.

What is house-sitting?

House-sitting is a service where someone goes to your home and watches your cat, dog, or pets while keeping up with your minor housekeeping tasks. You can negotiate the amount of time they spend at your house from a few hours per day to a full-time job with overnight stays.

Remember to make a list of the specific tasks you need a house sitter to complete each day. Then you can discuss what their fee includes and if you'll need to pay extra for anything.

What do house sitters do?

A house sitter can do any routine work that protects the property from burglars and keeps everything in good working order.

Typically, you can ask a house sitter to:

  • Keep debris out of your pool in summer.
  • Shoveling snow off of the sidewalk in front of your house in winter.
  • Keep some lights on and windows closed to make the place look occupied.
  • Water plants and gardens around the house.
  • Do light cleaning inside as necessary.
  • Move all delivered packages and mail inside.
  • Keep the thermostat at a moderate room temperature.
  • Move any vehicles you've left behind each day to simulate occupancy.
  • Walk through the whole home and around the grounds daily to check for any potential problems that need quick attention for repairs.

Do you pay a house sitter before or after?

You can pay a house sitter either before or after the job is complete, according to the terms of your contract. Some house sitters in high demand can ask for an initial deposit, while others are happy to wait until after their stay to receive the full payment.

Do you tip a house sitter?

You don't have to tip a house sitter, and many people don't include gratuity charges in their bill. Nevertheless, a tip is appropriate if you received high-quality service and you want to encourage the sitter to work for you again in the future.

Tipping guidelines for house sitters are:

  • You can pay 10% to 20% extra for a tip.
  • You can also give them a gift card for food delivery.
  • If the house sitter has given you great service before, then offer to let them eat any food in your kitchen or consider sharing your Wi-Fi service next time.

How do you hire a house sitter?

Before hiring a house sitter near you, follow this checklist:

  • Compare at least 3 prices from various local house sitters.
  • Ask friends, neighbors, and colleagues about who's done house-sitting for them.
  • If you have pets, check if the sitter has experience caring for animals like yours.
  • Read their reviews from prior customers on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Request references from recent customers.
  • Look at their website and online profiles to gauge their background.
  • Collect a written contract and schedule prior to the first house-sitting job.
  • Check that they understand your expectations and house rules.
  • Specify how often you want updates on the home or pets while you're away.
  • Ask if they have Pet sitter liability insurance.
  • See if the house-sitting company has a guarantee to pay for accidental damages.

Questions to ask

To find the right house-sitting service for you, ask these questions first:

  • How many clients have you had as a house sitter?
  • Can we meet up first to talk about if this arrangement suits both of us?
  • How often can you message me about how my pets are doing?
  • Will you buy groceries and cook in my home, or will you order takeout?
  • What do I need to show you before I leave?
  • How long do you normally stay at each house-sitting job?
  • What is your cancellation policy if I change my travel plans?
  • Which responsibilities will you handle while house-sitting?
  • Can I see a list of references from your previous jobs?
  • What types of homes and homeowners do you typically work with?
  • Are you good at pet training or plant care, and if so, how much do you charge?
  • May I review your service contract and payment terms?
  • Can we negotiate costs of additional tasks, and how would that affect the rate?

Reviews for New York house sitters

Recent success stories from people in the New York area.
Deirdre C.
I can feel stressfree when I leave my dog with them. They treat the dog as if it’s their own. So compassionate & loving 🥰
Happy Tails Sitting Serivces
Paola C.
I love kathy the best house keeper ever! She makes sure my floors and house are flawless I book her every 2 weeks because I love the way she cleans my house !
Spotless cleaning
Morrigan
Aly helps me for almost a year with my dog, as I work all day and I don't have much time for walks. She takes care of Scott very lovingly and he loves her very much.
Aly Dog sitter
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