Our process
How hiring a nanny works
From the first call to long after placement, here's exactly what to expect.
- 1
Consultation call
A short call to understand your family, schedule, and what you need in a caregiver.
- 2
Family questionnaire
You complete a detailed questionnaire so we can match on the things that matter most.
- 3
Search & match
We open a tailored candidate search and shortlist nannies who fit your family.
Includes a $300 search fee.
- 4
Multi-layer screening
Every candidate clears a multi-state criminal background check, at least two phone-verified references, and certification review (CPR/first aid, NCS, vaccinations).
- 5
Interview & trial
You interview the shortlist and run a trial period with your top choice.
- 6
Placement
We finalize the placement and handle the details.
$2,500 full-time / $1,500 part-time.
- 7
Ongoing support
We stay in your corner with a 90-day free replacement guarantee.
Transparent pricing
- $300 — candidate search fee to begin a tailored search.
- $2,500 — full-time placement fee.
- $1,500 — part-time placement fee.
- 90-day free replacement guarantee on every placement.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire a nanny through Houston Nannies?
There are two fees: a $300 search fee to begin a tailored candidate search, and a placement fee of $2,500 for full-time or $1,500 for part-time once you hire a nanny. Every placement is backed by a 90-day free replacement guarantee.
How does the nanny placement process work?
It’s a seven-step process: a consultation call, a family questionnaire, a tailored candidate search, multi-layer screening, interviews and a trial period, the placement itself, and ongoing support afterward.
How are nannies screened?
Every candidate goes through three layers of screening before you meet them. Background checks include an SSN trace, a 7-year county criminal search, a multi-state criminal search, and a sex offender registry check — turnaround is typically 2–7 business days. We verify at least two phone-reachable references, asking about their overall experience, any issues, the positives, and anything another family would want to know. We also confirm CPR and first aid certifications, NCS credentials, and any required vaccinations; parents can request copies.
What is the replacement guarantee?
Every placement is backed by a 90-day free replacement guarantee: if the match isn’t right within the first 90 days, we find a replacement at no additional placement fee.