How did people react to being woken up by a knocker-upper?

People had mixed reactions to being woken up by a knocker-upper. Some appreciated the service and were grateful for the reminder to start their day, while others found it annoying and intrusive. Some even became dependent on the knocker-upper and struggled to wake up without their help. However, overall, the job of a knocker-upper was seen as an essential and helpful service in a time before alarm clocks were widely available.