To hire a maid, choose your city below, review local pay and employer rules, then post a free request on AvailJob to reach vetted maids. Most families fill the role in 3–10 days.
What does a maid do?
- Routine cleaning: dusts, vacuums, mops and wipes down all agreed rooms.
- Kitchens and bathrooms: cleans appliances, counters, tiles, showers and toilets thoroughly.
- Bed-making: changes linen and makes beds on the agreed days.
- Laundry: washes, dries and folds household laundry where included.
- Dishes: loads and unloads the dishwasher and hand-washes delicate items.
- Windows and surfaces: cleans interior windows, mirrors and glass.
- Waste and recycling: empties bins and sorts recycling according to local rules.
- Deep cleans: tackles ovens, fridges and skirting boards on a rotating schedule.
Typical maid pay by country
| Country | Typical pay |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | $16–$26 per hour |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | C$18–C$30 per hour |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | £13–£17 per hour |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | €13–€18 per hour |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | A$25–A$38 per hour |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | AED 1,500–AED 3,000 per month |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | CHF 25–CHF 35 per hour |
Indicative national ranges — each city page adjusts them for local salary levels.