What Do House Sitters Do?

House sitters watch over a homeowner's house to ensure it remains occupied while the owner is away. They regularly switch the lights on to give the appearance that homeowners are present. They may also take care of pets and perform light maintenance and cleaning.

What do house sitters get paid?

Most house sitters charge $25 - $45 per day. Depending on your area and other factors this number might fluctuate. How much you pay for house sitting depends on many factors, like location and types of services you request.

Is house sitting a good job?

Many people want to carve a new and more satisfying career but feel it's too risky to leave a stable job when they've got rent or a mortgage to pay. House sitting is a great solution to keep costs down while you're setting up a new business, writing a book, travelling the world or saving for a house deposit.