House Sitting in South Elgin
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Top rated South Elgin house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“We can't tell you how amazing Sandy was! She came to our rescue in a dire situation. She went above and beyond on every level from taking care of all of our pets to doing other things we never expected! She was providing updates and pictures for us while we were away and maintained our house as well. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have her care for your animals! She will be our go to whenever we are in need of a sitter in the future! We need more people like Sandy in this world.”
“Lauriel is very responsible with Archie. She is communicative, prompt, respectful and always available. She respects my home, and genuinely cares for Archie. She sends me pictures and updates and checks in on him on days she is not with him. She is quick to respond and always willing to help me out!”
“I wish there were more stars to give! Stephanie is amazing! During the interview I knew there was something special about her. She asked a lot of questions and took notes on the special needs and personalities of each of our 5 dogs. She was very attentive not only to the needs of our pups, but our desire for updates and communication while we were away. Each day we received videos and pictures of the girls with clever captions. I watched some of them over and over. I never once worried about them while they were in her care. She is attentive and reliable. It was our first experience leaving the dogs with a non-family member and Stephanie went above and beyond any expectations we had!”
“Riley did a wonderful job with our puppy Leo while staying at our house for 4 nights and 5 days. She was excellent with her communication and sent lots of photos showing Leo was happy and comfortable. Thanks Riley!”
“While I expected the same level of communication initiated by other rover sitters, I came home to a well cared for dog and cat. I don't know how she feels about them, if she liked being with them or not, but I would trust her again.”
“Skyler was wonderful! She was here for our Poppy girl every night and kept as close to her routine as possible. We will definitely be reaching out to Skyler again for future stays!”
“Scott is a reliable and loving dog and house sitter. Going above and beyond, he even helped with some household tasks while I was away! More importantly, he cared for my dogs as if they were his own, he even was able to win over the more difficult of the two dogs. He was able to patiently manage their more difficult qualities, like leash aggressiveness, and trash picking. I received daily updates and photos, putting me at ease. I confidently recommend Scott, and will be a repeat customer.”
“Kendall really took great care of our 3 pets(1dog & cats). We had gone out for 5days, she stayed at our home and took amazing care of our pets. She even took the garbage out without us mentioning it on the garbage day. I would highly recommend her without any doubt and will definitely contact her for our future petsitting needs.”
“Maddie was great! She stayed at our house with our 14 year old, blind fur baby, Liz. She kept us well informed throughout the weekend. It was so nice to have a trustworthy sitter and return to a happy, relaxed dog. Liz was in excellent hands, and we could tell she felt completely comfortable and safe with Maddie. We wouldn't hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and reliable sitter!”
“Ann has watched my pups prior and they were SO happy to see her return!!! I have her booked for our future vacations as well. She is the best, sends lots to pictures, keeps me updated and house is perfect when I returned.”
“Danielle was amazing! She took such good care of Lola, communicating with us everyday and sending us pictures. We felt very comfortable having her in our home and will absolutely be having her sit for us again!”
“The best choice could make to trust them with my Sofy and house!! Came last night and thanks to them that keep me posted all the time with pictures, really enjoy vacations knowing all good:). Really recommend them!!!!”
“Valerie was great on her first visit. She was very attentive to my nervous pup who wasn’t nervous at all with her. My time away was so enjoyable because of her. Will be rebooking over and over. Thank you!”
“Very reliable and always punctual. Considerate of our routines and home. Gives me a peace of mind knowing my anxious girl has someone to lean on while we are gone. Appreciate that Marylin will communicate with me throughout her stay with my precious pup. She is just what my girl needs…..a calm, confident member of the pack”
“Heather was amazing! She took such good care of our two big dogs and sent us plenty of pictures and updates. It really set our minds at ease to have a competant adult who loves dogs here in our home. I will definitely be booking again.”
“There are not enough words to describe Gail's ability with dogs or her attention to detail. She provides pictures, observations, and took care of our pup like she was her own. We couldn't be more grateful.”
About: Dog Daycare Manager (8yrs) Monitor the health and well-being of all animals in the facility. Coordinate feeding schedules and administer medications as required. Certified Dog Specialist Im currently a Manager at a Dog day care. I make my own schedule. I usually work mon-fri (can still work during these days). I have the weekends off. It should be easy to accommodate to your dog’s walking/drop in/sitting schedule. Provide a fun, safe, and clean environment for your dogs and have you at ease, assuring you that your pets will be safe while in my care
Over 43 pet parents in South Elgin have booked house sitting
South Elgin pet parents share their Rover experiences
We couldn't be happier with the care our dogs received! From the very beginning, Julie was warm, reliable, and incredibly attentive. Our puppies can be a little shy at first, but they took to Julie right away-always a great sign. Throughout the stay, we received regular updates and photos which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We came home to a happy, relaxed puppies and a spotless home. We're so grateful to have found someone we can trust completely. Highly recommend Julie anyone looking for a caring and responsible dog sitter!
Maddison did a fantastic job taking care of my dog! She was responsible, caring, and kept me updated the whole time, which gave me total peace of mind. My pup was happy and well looked after when I got home. I would definitely book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great sitter!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in South Elgin is $50
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Sitters in South Elgin average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in South Elgin on Rover as of May 2026 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of May 2026, there are 1,765 house sitters in South Elgin. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of South Elgin house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in South Elgin have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in South Elgin.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. South Elgin house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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