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Clear expectations for every cleaning visit

We believe good service starts with clear expectations. These Terms explain how we work, what you can expect from us, and what we ask from our customers so that every cleaning visit runs smoothly.

Plain EnglishDomestic + commercialPremium local brand

Last updated

6 July 2026

Estimated reading time

12 minutes

These terms are written to be clear, practical and easy to follow, while still protecting TikkyClean and the people we work for.

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1. Introduction

Who we are and what these Terms cover

TikkyClean provides domestic, commercial and specialist cleaning services across Bude, North Cornwall and surrounding areas. These Terms apply when you request, book or accept any service from us, and they are intended to be read in plain English.

In plain English

If you book a service, ask us to quote, or confirm a visit, you are agreeing to the relevant parts of these Terms and any written service details we provide.

If a service-specific quote, estimate or written agreement includes extra wording, that wording applies alongside these Terms.

What these Terms are for

They set out how we accept bookings, how pricing and payment work, what we expect from customers, what we commit to, and the limits that apply to our services.

They also cover service-specific matters such as access, liability, complaints, and the different expectations that apply to domestic cleaning, commercial cleaning, holiday lets and specialist work.

2. Booking Services

How bookings, quotes and estimates are handled

We aim to make the booking process straightforward, but a booking is only confirmed once TikkyClean has accepted it.

Booking requests and acceptance

Booking requests can be made by contact form, message or other approved communication.

We may need more information before confirming availability, scope or price.

A request is not accepted until we have confirmed it in writing or by another clear method.

Quotes, estimates and scope changes

Quotes are based on the information available at the time they are issued and may be valid for a limited period.

Estimates are guidance only and may change if the property condition, access or requested scope changes.

Any additional work should be approved before it is carried out, where practical.

If a customer asks us to continue with work that falls outside the agreed scope, we may treat that as a separate chargeable instruction once approved.

3. Pricing & Payment

Pricing, VAT, invoices and payment terms

Pricing should always be understood before the work starts. If anything changes, we will aim to explain it clearly and as early as possible.

Pricing

Prices may be fixed or estimated depending on the service, access and condition of the property.

Where pricing is time-based, the final amount may reflect the actual time or scope needed within the agreed terms.

VAT and invoices

If VAT applies, it will be stated clearly on the relevant invoice or quotation.

Invoices may be issued in advance, on completion or according to the agreed account terms.

Payment, overdue accounts and recovery

Accepted payment methods and due dates will be confirmed in the booking or invoice details.

Overdue balances may be chased and, where lawful, reasonable debt-recovery costs or interest may apply.

We aim to keep pricing clear and administrative handling professional so that customers know what is due and when.

4. Cancellations & Rescheduling

What happens if a booking changes

We understand that plans change. The aim is to deal with cancellations and rescheduling fairly, while protecting the time set aside for each visit.

Customer cancellation and late cancellation

Customers should give as much notice as reasonably possible if they need to cancel or move a booking.

Late cancellation, missed appointments or repeated changes may be chargeable where time has been reserved and travel or preparation has already begun.

Company cancellation, weather and emergencies

If TikkyClean needs to cancel or reschedule, we will try to give notice as early as possible and propose a reasonable alternative.

Severe weather, emergencies, unsafe conditions or circumstances outside our control may affect attendance or completion.

If access cannot be gained, or if a site is not ready to clean, the visit may still be chargeable where the appointment could not reasonably be completed.

5. Access Requirements

Keys, alarms, parking, pets and utilities

Access is one of the most important parts of a smooth visit. The property needs to be ready for the agreed work when we arrive.

What we may need

  • keys, fobs or other access arrangements
  • alarm codes or site instructions where relevant
  • reasonable parking where the service requires it
  • running water and electricity for services that need them
  • clear access to the agreed rooms and areas
  • notice of any locked rooms or restricted areas

Pets, children and safe access

Pets should be secured where needed, and children should not be left in a way that creates risk or distraction.

Customers should let us know about access issues, alarm requirements or anything that could delay or prevent safe entry.

6. Customer Responsibilities

What customers should do before work begins

A good result depends on a safe, honest and workable environment. Customers are responsible for telling us what we need to know before the visit starts.

Checklist

  • provide a safe working environment
  • remove or identify fragile items and valuables
  • tell us about existing damage before the clean starts
  • disclose biohazards, needles, pests or contamination
  • confirm access information, codes and keys in advance
  • let us know about hazards, smoking restrictions or safety concerns
  • move heavy furniture unless this is part of the agreed service
  • ensure children and pets are managed safely during the visit

Why this matters

Cleaning is safest and most effective when the property is ready and the scope is clear.

If the environment is unsafe, unavailable or significantly different from what was described, we may need to pause, adjust or decline the work.

7. Our Responsibilities

What TikkyClean commits to

We want our legal terms to reflect the kind of service we aim to provide: professional, respectful and consistent.

Professional staff

We aim to provide trained, professional staff or supervised support appropriate to the work being carried out.

Reasonable care

We will exercise reasonable care and skill when delivering the agreed service.

Communication

We will communicate clearly where access, timing or scope needs to be adjusted.

Confidentiality

We will treat customer property, information and access details respectfully and confidentially.

Quality

We will work to the agreed standard and keep a premium, practical finish in mind.

Training and equipment

We will provide or use the appropriate training, equipment and cleaning products for the agreed job.

8. Insurance

Public Liability Insurance

Insurance should be factual, clear and easy to understand. Customers do not need policy administration details on the public page unless there is a specific reason to provide them.

What we state publicly

TikkyClean maintains comprehensive Public Liability Insurance.

Policy numbers and insurer address details are retained internally and can be provided where appropriate for formal or contractual reasons.

Best practice

State the existence of cover plainly, avoid unnecessary policy detail on public pages, and keep the full insurance record in your internal contract files.

9. Service Specific Terms

Separate clauses for different services

Different cleaning services carry different expectations, risks and limitations. The terms should reflect that rather than trying to force every service into one sentence.

Domestic Cleaning

Regular domestic cleaning is designed for lived-in homes that need a dependable, recurring standard.

Limitations

  • The service is limited to the agreed scope, schedule and time allocation.
  • Deep restoration, specialist stain treatment and heavy detailing are not automatically included.
  • Rooms or items that are inaccessible, locked or unsafe may be excluded on the day.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should keep access, utilities and property conditions suitable for a normal domestic clean.
  • Any special instructions should be confirmed before the first visit or when the scope changes.

Common exclusions

  • Biohazards, infestation, hoarding-level conditions and major decluttering are outside standard domestic cleaning unless separately agreed.

Reasonable outcome

We aim for a calm, consistent finish that supports day-to-day living rather than a one-off restoration standard.

Commercial Cleaning

Commercial cleaning covers workplaces, offices and client-facing premises that need a professional, repeatable standard.

Limitations

  • Work is carried out to the agreed schedule, access window and documented scope.
  • Sensitive equipment, secure areas and business-critical operations may require special instructions.
  • Service timings may need adjustment where the site is not ready or access is delayed.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should provide clear site rules, contact details and any security or alarm instructions in advance.
  • Any changes to the workplace environment should be communicated promptly.

Common exclusions

  • Specialist decontamination, industrial waste, hazardous materials and tasks outside the agreed contract are excluded unless separately confirmed.

Reasonable outcome

The aim is a consistent, presentable workplace that supports the way the premises are used.

Holiday Lets

Holiday let cleaning is timed around guest changeovers, presentation standards and practical turnaround needs.

Limitations

  • Completion depends on timely guest departure, site access and realistic turnaround windows.
  • Late check-outs, damaged items or missing access details can affect what can be completed.
  • Linen and consumable coordination must be agreed separately where required.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should keep the property ready for turnover and advise on check-in and check-out timing.
  • Any specific guest-facing presentation standards should be provided in writing.

Common exclusions

  • Guest damage, emergency repairs, deep stain restoration and non-cleaning operational issues are not part of a standard changeover.

Reasonable outcome

We aim for a guest-ready finish that supports the next arrival without overpromising what a turnover can reasonably achieve.

Deep Cleaning

Deep cleaning is a more detailed service for properties that need a stronger reset.

Limitations

  • A deep clean improves condition but does not guarantee restoration to a new-build or showroom standard.
  • The exact outcome depends on age, wear, soiling, previous maintenance and access.
  • Some tasks may require additional time, equipment or specialist approval.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should explain the problem areas clearly so expectations can be aligned before the work starts.
  • Where possible, photographs or a walkthrough should be used to confirm the scope.

Common exclusions

  • Permanent staining, structural defects, mould remediation and specialist restoration work are excluded unless separately agreed.

Reasonable outcome

The goal is a visible improvement and a cleaner baseline, not a guaranteed restoration.

Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning uses specialist care for fibre, traffic marks and general floor refreshment.

Limitations

  • Results vary by fibre type, age, wear, stain history and previous treatment.
  • Some marks, odours and colour changes may be permanent or may reappear after drying.
  • Drying times, ventilation and weather can affect the final finish.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should disclose known stains, previous cleaning products, pets, spillages and any flooring concerns in advance.
  • Any manufacturer guidance or care instructions should be shared before the visit.

Common exclusions

  • Delicate fibres, dye transfer, pre-existing damage, bad underlay conditions and embedded contamination may not be suitable for standard treatment.

Reasonable outcome

The aim is a fresher, better-presented carpet while being honest about what the fibre can reasonably deliver.

End of Tenancy

End of tenancy cleaning is intended for move-out preparation and rental handovers.

Limitations

  • The service is limited to the agreed scope and does not replace repairs, decorating or landlord maintenance.
  • Deposit protection or inventory outcomes cannot be guaranteed by cleaning alone.
  • Any missing access, ongoing occupancy or unfinished clearance may affect completion.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should give a realistic description of the property condition and any known issues.
  • Water, power and access should be ready on the day of service unless agreed otherwise.

Common exclusions

  • Damage, wear-and-tear disputes, fixtures, fittings, repairs and specialist remediation are outside the standard clean.

Reasonable outcome

We aim for a strong handover finish, but not a guarantee that a landlord or agent will treat all issues as cleaning matters.

Builders Cleans

Builders cleans are designed for post-project dust, residue and finishing marks after construction or renovation work.

Limitations

  • The service assumes the main building work is substantially complete and safe to clean.
  • Ongoing trades, debris, unfinished snagging and hazardous material may limit what can reasonably be completed.
  • Specialist waste removal or remediation may need to be handled separately.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should confirm site readiness, access arrangements and any safety instructions before the clean begins.
  • The cleaner should not be asked to work in unsafe, unstable or contaminated conditions.

Common exclusions

  • Heavy rubble, asbestos, bodily fluids, chemical spills and other hazardous materials are excluded unless separately agreed and lawfully handled.

Reasonable outcome

The aim is to remove construction residue and leave the property ready for normal use, subject to the site being ready for cleaning.

Linen Hire

Linen hire, where offered, covers supplied bedding and towels for managed stays and similar properties.

Limitations

  • Linen remains subject to handling, return and stock-control rules.
  • Staining, loss, damage or incorrect returns may lead to chargeable replacement or treatment costs where lawful.
  • Specific linen standards or counts must be agreed in advance.

Customer expectations

  • Customers should confirm quantities, turnover timing and any bedding requirements before the supply is arranged.
  • Returned linen should be kept in a reasonable condition and separated from waste where practical.

Common exclusions

  • Misuse, missing stock, heavy staining and unauthorised replacements are outside standard use.

Reasonable outcome

The aim is a smooth operational support service that keeps guest accommodation running properly.

10. Damage & Liability

Existing damage, breakages and liability limits

No cleaning service can reasonably take responsibility for every pre-existing issue in a property. The terms should make clear how reporting and liability work.

Reporting and existing damage

Customers should report existing damage, delicate surfaces and known problem areas before work begins.

If an issue is discovered during the job, it should be raised as soon as reasonably possible so the matter can be reviewed.

Where relevant, report concerns within a reasonable timeframe after completion.

Liability limits and excluded items

We will take reasonable care, but we do not accept responsibility for indirect or consequential losses unless the law requires otherwise.

Items that are fragile, loosely fixed, already damaged, or not disclosed may be excluded from liability where appropriate.

If a customer believes something has gone wrong, they should contact TikkyClean promptly so the matter can be reviewed fairly and objectively.

11. Complaints

How to raise a complaint

We would rather resolve an issue quickly and fairly than let it become a bigger problem. A clear complaints process helps both sides.

How to complain

Customers should contact us by email or through our contact page with a clear description of the issue and any helpful supporting detail.

Where possible, the complaint should be made within a reasonable timeframe so we can inspect or review the issue effectively.

Inspection and rectification

We may inspect the property, review the original scope and consider whether a reasonable rectification is possible.

We will aim to communicate clearly and keep the process practical, fair and proportionate to the issue raised.

12. Refunds & Satisfaction

Fair assessment, not unrealistic guarantees

Cleaning is a service, not a warranty against every pre-existing condition. Refunds and remedies should reflect what was agreed, what was delivered, and whether a reasonable opportunity to rectify was given.

What we aim for

Where there is a service issue, we may first offer a reasonable opportunity to inspect or rectify the work.

If a refund is appropriate, it will usually reflect the nature and extent of the issue rather than the whole booking by default.

What we may not refund

Refunds may not be appropriate where the issue arises from access problems, incorrect information, unsafe conditions or unmet customer responsibilities.

We will assess each case fairly and in line with the agreed scope.

13. Website Use

How to use this website

These terms also apply to the website itself so that copyright, acceptable use and links are handled clearly.

Acceptable use and content ownership

  • Use the website lawfully and responsibly.
  • Do not attempt to copy, scrape or misuse site content without permission.
  • Text, branding, layouts, images and designs remain the property of TikkyClean or the relevant rights holder.

Links and third-party references

We may link to external resources, but we are not responsible for third-party websites or their content.

External links are provided for convenience and should be reviewed under the other site’s own terms and privacy notices.

14. Privacy

Privacy Policy

We do not duplicate the privacy policy here. This section simply points you to the page that explains how personal data is handled.

Read our Privacy Policy for details about personal data, contact form submissions and related processing.

15. Cookies

Cookie Policy

Cookie information may be maintained in a separate policy page. This section keeps the terms page ready for that structure now.

Read our Cookie Policy for information about essential, performance and analytics cookies where used.

16. Changes to these Terms

How updates work

We may update these Terms from time to time if the business, services or legal requirements change.

Effective dates

Each version should show a clear last updated date so customers know which document they are reading.

The version in force at the time of booking usually applies to that booking unless a later written agreement says otherwise.

Notice and clarity

Where practical, changes should be explained in plain English and published on the website before they take effect.

Material changes should not be used to rewrite an already agreed booking unless the customer agrees or the law requires it.

17. Governing Law

England & Wales

These Terms should be interpreted under the law that governs TikkyClean’s UK operations.

These Terms and any dispute or claim arising from them are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and the courts of England and Wales have jurisdiction subject to any non-excludable consumer rights.

18. Contact

How to contact TikkyClean about these Terms

If you need legal, booking or service clarification, use the existing business contact details or contact page.

Contact details

Email: contact@tikkyclean.com

Contact page: Get in touch

Service area: Bude, North Cornwall and surrounding areas