How much to tip in every situation, from Uber drivers to your hairstylist

Standard tip: $5 to $10

If the tow bill is high or you can't afford it, you don't have to tip.

Standard tip: 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service)

Tip the shuttle driver the way you would a cab driver.

Standard tip: $5 per job (up to $10 for exceptional service and $75 to $150 if it's around the holidays)

Tip when the job is complete.

Standard tip: $10 per person (up to $20 per person for exceptional service)

Standard tip: 10% (up to 15% for exceptional service, and one week's pay for the holidays to be gifted beforehand)

Exceptional service includes things like cooking dinner, picking up kids at an event, doing a big activity with the kids, dealing with a sick child, accepting last-minute booking, and staying later than planned.

Standard tip: $1 per drink or 15% of the total bill

Tip before you get your drink if you want better service.

Standard tip: $0.50 if they hand you a paper towel (up to $2 to $3 per service for exceptional service, such as mending hems or polishing shoes)

Tipping isn't always allowed.

Standard tip: $1 to $2 per bag, $5 minimum

Tip when they deliver bags to the room and when they pick the bags up.

Standard tip: $1 to $2

Only tip if they handle your luggage.

Standard tip: $20

Tip when the job is complete.

Standard tip: $2 to $3 for a basic wipe down, $5 to $10 for more complicated washes, 15% for detailing

Tip when the job is complete.

Standard tip: $0 (up to 10% for exceptional service)

Tip if your order is complicated, large, or delivered curbside.

Standard tip: 15% to 20% of total bill, or $50 per server

Tip when paying the final bill or when the event is over.

Standard tip: 10% (up to 15% for exceptional service)

Standard tip: $1 per coat (an extra $2 to $5 when picking up if you're feeling generous)

Tip when dropping the coat off.

Standard tip: $5 (up to $20 for exceptional service)

Tip when you receive the service. Tip little or nothing at all if the concierge only provides directions.

Standard tip: 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service and $10 to $100 during the holidays, depending on the frequency of your visits throughout the year)

Tip when you pick up your pet.

Standard tip: a bottle of wine or box of chocolates

Only tip around the holidays.

Here's how much to tip your doorman if you're giving a cash gift.

Standard tip: $3 to $5, depending on the size of the wash

Consider tipping during both pickup and delivery if the people are different.

Standard tip: $1 to $5

Most Enterprise drivers don't expect a tip, so it's a pleasant surprise. They should be tipped just like cab drivers.

Standard tip: extra change (up to $2 for exceptional service)

Tip when paying. The jars are divvied up among staff, so you're tipping the whole team.

Standard tip: $2 to $5

Tip when paying for delivery. It's not customary to tip, but if you don't want the recipient to feel obligated to tip, tip when paying for delivery. You also might want to tip if the delivery person has to navigate stairs or bad weather.

Standard tip: $10% or $2 minimum

Tip when paying online or when the food is delivered.

Standard tip: $5 per person (up to $20 for exceptional service)

Tip when the job is complete, and offer cold drinks if the furniture was heavy or it was a tough delivery.

Standard tip: $15 (up to $25)

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: One week's pay if they visit regularly; otherwise, $20 to $50

Tip around the holidays or at the end of a growing season. Tip in cash with a sincere thank you note. Gifts are also acceptable in the price range of $20 to $50.

Standard tip: 10% to 15% (up to 15% to 20% for exceptional service)

Tip after the service is completed, and tip everyone involved. For example, different people washing and drying your hair should receive $5. The person doing most of the work should receive the biggest tip.

Standard tip: One week's pay

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: $2 per night (up to $5 per night)

Tip daily since different people could be cleaning the room every day.

Standard tip: $15 (up to $25 for exceptional service)

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: $10 (up to $20 for exceptional service)

Tip at the end of the night.

Standard tip: $0 (up to $2 to $3 for exceptional service)

Tipping isn't required, but a nice gesture when they've gone above and beyond. Tip for stain removal, small repairs, or if the load is particularly large, and do so when picking up your laundry.

Standard tip: $15 (up to $20 for exceptional service)

Tip around the holidays. You can also tip with non-cash gifts up to $20.

Standard tip: $5 (up to $25 for exceptional service)

Tip for special efforts.

Standard tip: 15% (up to 25% for exceptional service)

Tip at the end of the service.

Standard tip: 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service)

Standard tip: 10% to 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service)

Standard tip: $10 per person (up to $25 per person for exceptional service)

Supply cold drinks and lunch if it's a tough move.

Standard tip: $15 per person (up to $20 per person for exceptional service)

Tipping isn't necessary, but is a nice gesture. Tip after the ceremony, reception, or event.

Standard tip: One week's pay

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: $15 (up to $25 for exceptional service)

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: $5 (up to $10 for exceptional service)

Tipping here should be considered as an extra gift for those hauling heavy packages to your door. If they had to climb several stairs or it's extremely hot, consider tipping more.

Standard tip: $15 (up to $25 for exceptional service)

Tip around the holidays.

Standard tip: $10

Tip when they assist with loading a heavy item into your car.

Standard tip: $2 (up to $5 for exceptional service)

Tip when your vehicle is retrieved, although it's also been suggested to tip when dropping your vehicle off.

Standard tip: $20 (up to $50 for exceptional service)

Tip around the holidays, but do so discreetly.

Standard tip: $10 for smaller jobs (up to 10% of total job for exceptional service)

Standard tip: $1 per bag or $2 per heavy item (up to $2 per bag if they bring your luggage to the counter)

Standard tip: $5 minimum

If gratuity is added to the check, you don't need to tip.

Standard tip: $2 (up to $3 for exceptional service)

Standard tip: 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service)

Standard tip: 15% to 20% of your fare

Tip after your ride ends.

Standard tip: 10% to 20% of total tour cost; $1 per person when drivers double as guides

It's acceptable to not tip tour guides at national parks and other government sites. For amiable drivers, passengers may be asked to contribute $1 per person. If the tour is long with no built-in gratuity, passengers should each contribute $5 to $10 to the guide and $5 to $10 to the driver.

Standard tip: $1 to $2 per person for shorter rides; 10% (up to 20% for exceptional service)

Tip at the end of the ride, and tip extra for traffic, construction, distance, inconveniences, and if the driver helps with luggage or packages.

Standard tip: 15% (up to 20% for exceptional service)