Does a sub contractor get tipped?

napanutt · May 5, 2016

We're getting hardwood floors installed this week. Working with a friend who owns a floor shop who subbed out the install.
I want to give the installer a little something just not sure if it's the norm. He's done a lot in just a few days and it shows he knows what he's doing.

77charger · May 5, 2016

Its up to you if you are happy go for it the installer will appreciate it as i am sure they may not expect it.

I work with contractors every day there are some who like my work and will tip me.Most times its 5-10 bucks some have been 50 and 100 bucks.I am not the owner the contractors know that but i am the one doing the work for them.I also dont expect tips some days it just happens and its great to go and grab a lunch especially if i forgot my money that day.

tkrrox · May 5, 2016

What is the tape for?

plaster dave · May 5, 2016

I always tip if I'm happy with someone's service.

purrfecttremor · May 5, 2016

If I'm happy as the homeowner I throw a few bucks the subs way. I make sure its distribution is my way.

napanutt · May 5, 2016

tkrrox said:
What is the tape for?

Not sure either. That's why the help is hired.

napanutt · May 5, 2016

plaster dave said:
I always tip if I'm happy with someone's service.

That's where I'm at just not sure how much. Don't want to insult but we're spending a lot so don't want to over-do either.

hallett21 · May 5, 2016

100 bucks never pissed anyone off before lol

plaster dave · May 5, 2016

napanutt said:
That's where I'm at just not sure how much. Don't want to insult but we're spending a lot so don't want to over-do either.

My guys are happy with just getting lunch from a client. So anything is a plus. I would give all the workers a 20 but you don't tip the owner.

braindead · May 5, 2016

tkrrox said:
What is the tape for?

It holds the floor together and keeps the joint tight until the glue sets up

Joker · May 5, 2016

I've never received a tip, nor would I give Plaster Dave a tip but I would tip his workers.[emoji1]

Demoman · May 5, 2016

You should always tip the demolition contractor for starting the job off on the right foot. No need to tip anyone else after that.

Yellowboat · May 5, 2016

food, cold drinks, coffee always welcome.

nrbr · May 5, 2016

We have a concrete finisher sub that had an older woman ask if she could "work off " some of her invoice while they were still finishing. He hit his guys up asking if anyone wanted to forego the days pay to have at it. Nobody volunteered. So he took a couple hundred bucks off to have her sunbathe top less nearby. I always Crack up when I think of that story

Angler · May 5, 2016

I did a BBQ for the subs who worked on my pool. I always had soda and water in an ice chest too. I would only tip a sub if I wanted something little changed or redone. Everyone is happy.

Always Floored · May 5, 2016

I am a flooring guy I get tips all the time. I never expect it, but it's nice to feel appreciated. If you think they deserve by all means tip them.

plaster dave · May 5, 2016

Joker said:
I've never received a tip, nor would I give Plaster Dave a tip but I would tip his workers.[emoji1]

You don't tip me but Christine does. [emoji23]

Joker · May 5, 2016

plaster dave said:
You don't tip me but Christine does. [emoji23]

Lol, oh wait a minute!!!![emoji1363][emoji120]

milkmoney · May 5, 2016

plaster dave said:
I always tip if I'm happy with someone's service.

I should tip you , for all ur floating slams on smoker. [emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji202]

Napanut, do what u think is right in ur book. I have supplied a lot of homes with fresh milk over the years and not one tip ,,,

Jus sayin [emoji41][emoji202]

napanutt · May 5, 2016

hallett21 said:
100 bucks never pissed anyone off before lol

This is how much I was thinking.
It's one guy working all week. I was just wondering if that's enough.

napanutt · May 5, 2016

Always Floored said:
I am a flooring guy I get tips all the time. I never expect it, but it's nice to feel appreciated. If you think they deserve by all means tip them.

This guy definitely deserves something. I don't know shit about flooring but I can tell this guy knows what he's doing. He's doing a great job.

Paul65k · May 5, 2016

napanutt said:
This is how much I was thinking.
It's one guy working all week. I was just wondering if that's enough.

napanutt said:
This guy definitely deserves something. I don't know shit about flooring but I can tell this guy knows what he's doing. He's doing a great job.

I am big on tipping when someone goes above and beyond..........I had a painter I used all the time in So Cal and he was so meticulous that there was always an extra ~10% for him when I wrote the check..........and amazingly enough he always called back when I needed another job done.

I think tipping is simply salting the waters with good tradesmen.........so many just want to do the "Get By" that when you find a good one you should take care of them not only for yourself but for the next guy as well.....my .02

BTW......That floor looks awesome:thumbsup:thumbsup

82daytona · May 5, 2016

Paul65k said:
I am big on tipping when someone goes above and beyond..........I had a painter I used all the time in So Cal and he was so meticulous that there was always an extra ~10% for him when I wrote the check..........and amazingly enough he always called back when I needed another job done.

I think tipping is simply salting the waters with good tradesmen.........so many just want to do the "Get By" that when you find a good one you should take care of them not only for yourself but for the next guy as well.....my .02

BTW......That floor looks awesome:thumbsup:thumbsup

You've never tipped me?! [emoji12]
My guys get tips very often but I never do [emoji22]

Deja_Vu · May 5, 2016

I always tip someone if they do a good job. Shows them that I appreciate them doing a good job.
IT doesn't have to be much, just something to show your appreciation.
A starbucks gift card, 30 pack of beer, whatever.

Singleton · May 5, 2016

I tip subs when they do well. Usually through gift cards for food and beer.

Paul65k · May 5, 2016

82daytona said:
You've never tipped me?! [emoji12]
My guys get tips very often but I never do [emoji22]

True.....I never tip the owner.....especially owners with bitchin' boats.....I just send them lots of business

TeamGreene · May 5, 2016

Lucky to just get paid half the time :grumble:

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