Hiring a Cleaner in Ireland: Your Legal Obligations Explained

Whether you hire a cleaner directly or through a platform, there are important legal considerations in Ireland. Here is what you need to know.

Employee vs Self-Employed

The distinction matters for tax and employment law. If a cleaner works set hours, uses your equipment, and you control how they work, they may be considered an employee. Self-employed cleaners set their own hours, provide their own equipment, and work for multiple clients.

Using a Platform Like YourServices.ie

When you book through YourServices.ie, you are hiring self-employed cleaning professionals. The platform handles verification, reviews, and secure payment processing. This simplifies the process significantly compared to hiring directly.

Insurance Matters

Always ensure your cleaner has:

• Public liability insurance: Covers accidental damage to your property
• Personal accident insurance: Covers the cleaner in case of injury

All cleaners on YourServices.ie carry appropriate insurance coverage.

Garda Vetting

For peace of mind, especially if cleaners will be in your home unsupervised, Garda vetting is important. YourServices.ie requires all cleaners to be Garda vetted before joining the platform.