How much should I tip the workers who clear our snow to clean off my car?

[CTyankee]

The crew works for a private contractor we have a contract with to spell out what he agrees to do. Since this is not in the contract we know we have to pay something.

My car was covered in LOTS of snow yesterday, too much for me and my partially disabled husband to handle. In fact, he doesn't even leave the house when there is snow or ice.

Would $5 or $10 extra per worker do it?

[randr]

1. I suggest you tip what you can afford

The mere act of appreciation is the greatest contribution.

[Arkansas Granny]

2. If the workers did this on their own initiative, they probably weren't doing it for the money.

Offer what you can afford to show your thanks.

[braddy]

3. Would this be done on their off time, or when they are supposed to be working?

[CTyankee]

4. hubby talked with the contractor and he would have told him if there was an objection.