Find Trusted House Sitters Near Me in Boston, MA
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House sitters in Boston, MA
Hello! I'm Eliza.
I'm an warm and responsible house sitter. Here's an overview:
- House/pet sitting experience for 5+ years
- Au paired, house sat, and pet sat on Lake Como, Italy for three amazing kids ages 10, 14, and 17
And some background on me:
- 2024 Employee of the Year award for trust, efficiency, and drive values in...
Eliza can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
India M.
Boston, MA
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have lots of experience house sitting along with cleaning the bay included laundry, vacuuming, deep cleaning surfaces and floors as well as many other cleaning services. I have a great eye for detail and can bring my own supplies!
India can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Lauren K.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love to do general cleaning + organizing. I guess it is like therapy for me. I have years of experience helping in homes + house sitting as well as child care and pet sitting.
Lauren can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning
Elaine D.
Malden, MA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Have 20 Years Of Experience With House Cleaning And House Sitting. Open Availability
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience cleaning houses and apartments. I also offer to organize and help clients declutter their homes as well as post construction cleaning services. Have helped during parties such as serving food, doing dishes and tidy up afterwards.
Elaine can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, window washing, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Elaine is great. I was new to Care and it was very easy to coordinate with her on a cleaning schedule. She responded to my messages on time and actually made some arrangement to her schedule to make it to our appointment. Elaine did an excellent job on her first...
Graciela M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love cleaning and organizing. I love helping people make their lives easier and practical. I have been on this business for more than 20 years. I am reliable, trustworthy, independent and caring. I prefer to work with natural cleaning products to have better environment protection and better living. I am BA in languages, a...
Elida can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Elida provided exceptional home cleaning services for our family. She is punctual, and kind, a pleasure to have in our home. With a new infant at home, it is suffice to say that some of the nooks and crannies have been a little neglected. Elida tackled it with no...
Cara S.
4.9
(34)
Hired by 37 families in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience with mopping, laundry, clothes folding, ironing, food preparation, child care, senior care, vacuuming, dish washing, bathroom & kitchen cleaning, organization and etc. I'm very reliable and responsible person and also excellent with planning and executing chores in a timely manners. My starting rate...
Ginny can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Excellent communicator and does great work. I continue to work with her and would recommend her for sure."
Samantha B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Along with my appreciation for the hospitality business, I am a dedicated to exceptional guest service and a fun, positive attitude with a sense of humor, I have the ability to contribute efficiently to your bottom line. I am very skilled in providing superior cleaning services and able to ensure guests are treated with good...
Tania can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Tania is an outstanding worker. She is an invaluable addition to our busy household. I would recommend her to anyone in need of someone who is honest, punctual and extremely organized."
Holly J.
My skills include attention to detail, identifying and tackling priorities, and meeting all my clients needs.
Zeno can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, move-out cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning
Sean P.
Winchester, MA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Past experiences include both retail and preschool janitorial duties. Retail being more focused on the visual cleanliness, while preschool cleaning services required a more thorough cleaning. Home cleaning generally consisted of typical mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and occasional house sitting.
Sean can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Empty trash baskets Arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion.
Sweep, mop, and buff rooms, corridors, stairwells, offices and utility rooms Wash walls, windows, blinds, and baseboards.
Maira can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Currently I work in Dover where I manage a larger home, grocery shop, organize wardrobes, bring clothes to and from dry cleaner, general tidying of the home, laundry, gift buying & wrapping, returns, bringing cars to be washed, pet care, house sitting, etc.
India can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Christin P.
Brookline, MA
$15-29/hr
I am a physician by training who now works in public health. I am looking for ways to help my local community while making extra money to pay off my med school loans. I am available for housework, shopping/cooking, pet sitting, childcare. house sitting, etc.
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, caring, and lighthearted.
Christin can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
I been housekeeping for several years, supervising, organizing and making sure that a house runs smoothly. I can do everything from running errands, house sitting, taking care of kids and pets. I know the value of time, so I'll be sure not to waste yours; I take punctuality and responsibility serious.
Ibeth can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Housekeeping, organizing, general errands as well as overseeing service providers for appliance maintenance and deliveries. I will also bring your pets to the vet and house sit while you are on vacation.
I have excellent letters of recommendation from families in Southborough, Wayland & Weston
Janice can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Jessica M.
Reading, MA
$20-25/hr
Hello! I'm Jess, a responsible and reliable house sitter who loves animals and taking care of homes. I understand the importance of trust, so I always treat your home with the utmost respect and ensure it stays safe and tidy while you're away. Whether it's feeding pets, watering plants, or just keeping an eye on things, you can...
Jessica can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Danute G.
Abington, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible Housekeeper & House Sitter Available Full Time
20+ years of experience in the same place. Looking for a full or part time position. I am responsible, tidy and not afraid of hard work.
Danute can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hello all!
My name is Lindsey.
I currently am a babysitter for a few families and along with that I provide house cleaning services to each family. Some of the services that I provide include bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, vacuuming, laundry, grocery shopping, running errands as requested and house...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Trustworthy, reliable, friendly, college-educated. available for part-time care.
Available for flexible hours...... I can accommodate what best fits your schedule. Organizing, shopping, errands, light house projects, pick-up/drop-off kids from school and activities, dinner preparations and overall house-sitting (laundry, pets,...
Sarah can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens
I am an experienced house sitter and nanny relocating from South Carolina to the Boston area. Looking for a full time job in/around Boston. I cook, I clean, I love pets and kids! Most of all, I love people and I love helping make someone's life easier!
Abbie can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I am looking to supplement my income. I have used Care. com in the past to do so and have had excellent experiences with work on this site. I am reliable, trustworthy and organized. I enjoy cleaning and organizing. I have available time slots Monday through Thursday 10 am- 6 p.m. I also house sit and dog sit.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Recent house sitter reviews in Boston, MA
Elaine D.
5.0
Elaine is truly outstanding in what she does. She has been such a gift to our family in how she improves our lives. I recommend her with much enthusiasm
- Kate S.
Elida P.
5.0
Elida is amazing. I’m so grateful we found her because she takes care of our home like it is her own. She does an amazing job and is very self sufficient. She’s also incredibly kind. We needed to hire someone to help out around the house as I’ve become a full time caregiver for my wife and could not...
- Care member
Ginny C.
5.0
Ginny is wonderful. She is an incredibly friendly person and is a wonderful housekeeper and organizer! Ginny knows her way around houses and creates a beautiful space when she's done. She has very creative ideas on how to organize and never misses an opportunity to straighten items and make...
- Trish C.
Tania G.
5.0
Tania is an outstanding worker. She is an invaluable addition to our busy household. I would recommend her to anyone in need of someone who is honest, punctual and extremely organized.
- Holly J.
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FAQs for finding house sitters near you in Boston, MA
What are the duties of a house sitter near me in Boston, MA?
House sitters near you in Boston, MA are individuals hired to take care of residential properties while homeowners are away. Primary duties include house maintenance, such as mowing the lawn, taking out trash, and keeping outdoor areas clean. They also carry out routine security house checks to make sure everything is safe and in order. In addition, house sitters are responsible for taking care of the house plants that homeowners leave behind by watering them and checking for any signs of pests or disease. Lastly, house sitters may stay in the home overnight to ensure that it remains secure and nothing goes awry while the owners are not present.
How do I find a reputable house sitter near me in Boston, MA?
Finding a reputable house sitter near you in Boston, MA through Care.com is a relatively straightforward process. The website offers a great variety of house sitting services for you to browse, with ratings and reviews from past customers helping you evaluate your options. You can also search for house sitters that can meet your specific house-sitting needs and communicate directly with any house sitters that seem right for the job. With Care.com's secure payment platform, you can have the peace of mind that your transaction is safe and reliable -- making house sitting success easier than ever!
What are the benefits of hiring a house sitter near me in Boston, MA?
Hiring a house sitter near you in Boston, MA can be an excellent way to ensure the security of your home while you are away. House sitters can monitor and maintain your home, making sure that all areas remain secure and free of unwanted visitors. Furthermore, house sitters will take care of pets, collect mail and newspapers, water plants, keep the house looking tidied up, and perform other housekeeping duties when needed. In addition to house sitting services providing a sense of safety and security for homeowners, house sitters can also serve as a deterrent to possible burglars when they are present in the house. Above all else, hiring a house sitter provides peace of mind while homeowners are away from home.
How much does it cost to hire a house sitter near me in Boston, MA?
Hiring a house sitter can be a convenient and cost-effective way to help keep your house and pets secure while you're away. The cost of a house sitter may vary depending on the services provided, the duration of stays, and the location of the house. Average house sitting fees are $19.67 per hour in Boston, MA for basic services such as pet care, mail collection, and general home upkeep. For additional services like pool cleaning or landscaping, house sitters may charge an extra fee or increased rate. Ultimately, the price of hiring a house sitter will depend on exactly what's needed but is likely to be a reasonably priced option compared to boarding costs for your pet.
How do I know if a house sitter is a good fit for my family near me in Boston, MA?
When it comes to house sitting, finding the right fit near you in Boston, MA matters. To evaluate if a house sitter is a good match for your family, start by going through their references and asking relevant questions about their house-sitting experience. While inquiring about past house sitting duties, ask about any specific pet care instructions, house rules, home maintenance or security requirements that were successfully executed. During an in-person meeting or phone call with the house sitter, be sure to discuss expected house sitting expectations in detail. This can include daily tasks such as watering plants and taking out the trash; being proactive about home maintenance issues; and overall being reliable with arrival and departure times. Taking these steps will help ensure you are comfortable entrusting a house sitter with your home and loved ones while away.