Offer more than $15. It's got to be worth their time and effort, including making this special arrangement, packing up their equipment, disrupting their day, wo

Offer more than $15. It's got to be worth their time and effort, including making this special arrangement, packing up their equipment, disrupting their day, worrying if you'll keep your appointment, etc. Would you go out of your way for $15? Also, the lowball offer might seem insulting. I'd say $30 at least, maybe more if you live someplace expensive such as SV. Also, I had a hair stylist tell me that it's hard to work in people's homes because they lack proper lighting, a chair that's the correct height, a mirror that's large enough, a power outlet close enough for the trimmers, and all these things arranged in proximity to each other. They also have pets and kids running around, etc. Perhaps reassure them on those issues. How to ask? Ask for a date and when you pick them up, spring the real reason on them. Or post an ad on Craigslist.