Housekeeper in Windermere, FL

Windermere (ZIP 34786) has many larger homes, so families often look for a housekeeper several days a week or full-time, sometimes combined with meal prep or help with the kids. Agree in writing on duties, hours and overtime; a full-time housekeeper on your schedule is usually your household employee.

How much does a housekeeper cost in Windermere?

Sources: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics · Care.com cost of care · Florida minimum wage. Wages are what employers report to the BLS; what a family pays a private professional is usually higher.

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What a housekeeper does

• Regular cleaning of the whole home: kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, floors
• Laundry, ironing and changing bed linens
• Tidying and organizing
• Some families also ask for grocery runs or simple meal prep — agree on this upfront

What to ask before you hire

• Which days and hours you need, and whether it's live-out or live-in
• Experience with homes like yours (size, pets, children)
• References from other families you can call
• Which cleaning products they prefer, and who buys them
• How they want to be paid and how often

Hiring legally in Florida

A housekeeper who works in your home on a schedule you set is usually your household employee. In 2026, if you pay one household employee $3,000 or more in cash wages in the year, you owe Social Security and Medicare taxes (IRS Publication 926). Florida has no state income tax. See our guide: how to hire a household employee in Florida.

How Famyle works

1. Post your job for free.
2. Local professionals apply to you; the closest ones show first.
3. You get each applicant's phone and WhatsApp and talk directly.
4. Hire directly: you agree on pay and schedule with the professional.
5. It's free: posting, receiving applications and contacting professionals.

Why families choose Famyle

• Free. No subscription to see or contact professionals.
• Real jobs only. Every job on Famyle is posted by a real family — no filler listings.
• You talk directly. When a professional applies, you get her phone and WhatsApp right away. Ask for references, as with anyone you hire.
• Closest first. The professionals nearest to you show first.
• English, Spanish and Portuguese. Find a bilingual nanny or cleaner.
• A small team that listens. Tell us what's missing and we fix it fast — usually the same week.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a housekeeper cost in Windermere, FL?

Families in the Orlando area typically pay $19.69 to $26.17 per hour (Care.com, November 2026). The BLS median wage for maids and housekeeping cleaners in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area is $16.90/hour (May 2025), and the Florida minimum wage is $15.00/hour.

Is Famyle available in Windermere?

Yes. Post your job for free. If we don't have enough housekeepers in your area yet, we'll look for them and contact you as soon as we have candidates.

Is Famyle free?

Yes. Posting a job, receiving applications and contacting professionals is free. No subscription, no fees.

Is a housekeeper the same as a house cleaner?

Not quite. A house cleaner usually comes for a few hours to clean, often every week or two. A housekeeper typically works more regular hours and may also handle laundry, organizing and errands.

Do I need to pay at least minimum wage?

If the housekeeper is your employee, yes: the Florida minimum wage is $15.00/hour since September 30, 2026.

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Last updated 2026-11-07. Are you a housekeeper? See housekeeper jobs in Orlando.