Maids vs Independents
Indepedents can't guarantee their work.
New tax law requires the homeowner to become an "employer" if a person(s) makes more than $30 providing services. This means the Independent is now your employee and can't hire others.
There is no reputation to ensure you are dealing with a trustworthy individual. So it's really up to the Independent on their reliablitiy.
Almost all Independents aren't insured or bonded. This means if something is broken or misplaced, there is no guarantee that the items broken or misplaced will be replaced.
We carry Worker’s Compensation Insurance
Since the Independent hired by you is considered your employee (after making more than $30), should they get injured it is your responsibility as the "employer" to pay for medical bills.
We pay Payroll Taxes for employees (not independent contractors).
Many times this means the Independent is not a legal worker in the United States. The person hiring (you) is responsible for paying all employee taxes.
Independents don't have offices. Often times homeowners have no idea where to find the person cleaning their home except for a phone number. Again, if something should happen wouldn't you want to know where to find the person?


