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Terms & Conditions

Last updated: July 2026

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists operates as a trading name of IDCSTR Services, a sole trader business registered with HMRC.

These Terms & Conditions apply to cleaning and painting services provided by West Sussex Cleaning Specialists.

A service booking is confirmed only when:
  • The service type has been agreed
  • The scope of work has been confirmed
  • The quotation has been accepted
  • The appointment date and access arrangements have been confirmed

1. Service Agreement & Payment

Before work begins, the following must be agreed:

  • Service type required
  • Property details
  • Scope of work
  • Quoted price
  • Appointment date
  • Access arrangements

All quotations are prepared based on information supplied by the customer.

If the actual property condition or requirements differ significantly from the information provided, additional work may require additional charges after discussion and customer approval.

2. Cleaning Services - Payment & Deposits

For cleaning services, including:

  • Regular Cleaning
  • Deep Cleaning
  • End of Tenancy Cleaning
  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Oven Cleaning

we do not require any deposit or advance payment.

A cleaning booking is confirmed once:

  • Service details are agreed
  • Price is accepted
  • Appointment date and time are confirmed

Payment is due:

Immediately upon completion of the service unless another arrangement has been agreed in writing.

Accepted payment methods:

  • Bank Transfer
  • Card
  • Cash

3. Cleaning Booking Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel or rearrange cleaning appointments by providing at least 12 hours' notice where possible.

If circumstances change, customers should contact us as soon as possible so we can try to rearrange the appointment.

If our team arrives at the agreed appointment time and:

  • Nobody is available to provide access where required, or
  • Access to the property is not possible,

a reasonable travel charge may apply to cover the journey and attendance.

Any travel charge will be communicated before being applied.

4. Cancellation or Rescheduling by West Sussex Cleaning Specialists

Although we make every reasonable effort to attend confirmed appointments, there may be exceptional circumstances where we need to cancel or rearrange a service, including:

  • Unexpected illness
  • Emergency situations
  • Vehicle problems
  • Equipment failure
  • Health and safety concerns
  • Severe weather conditions
  • Circumstances outside our reasonable control

Where possible, we will:

  • Inform the customer as soon as reasonably possible
  • Offer an alternative appointment date

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists will not be responsible for indirect losses, missed deadlines, landlord charges, relocation costs or other consequential costs resulting from circumstances outside our reasonable control.

5. Painting Services - Deposits & Payment

Painting services require a deposit before work begins.

The deposit covers:

  • Materials purchased
  • Preparation time
  • Labour allocation
  • Work planning
  • Reserved working time
  • Booking confirmation

The remaining balance is payable upon completion unless otherwise agreed in writing.

6. Painting Cancellation Policy

Notice Period Deposit Status
More than 48 hours Deposit may be refunded where possible
24–48 hours Deposit may be partially retained
Less than 24 hours or no access provided Deposit may be retained

Deposits may be used to cover genuine costs already incurred, including:

  • Materials purchased
  • Preparation work
  • Reserved availability

If West Sussex Cleaning Specialists needs to cancel or rearrange a painting appointment, we will provide notice as soon as reasonably possible and offer an alternative date where available.

7. Property Access & Customer Responsibilities

Customers must ensure:

  • Safe access is available at the agreed appointment time
  • Electricity and water are available where required
  • Parking arrangements are provided where necessary
  • Fragile items and valuables are removed or protected

Customers are responsible for securing:

  • Cash
  • Jewellery
  • Important documents
  • Personal belongings
  • Valuable items

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists cannot accept responsibility for unsecured items.

8. Cleaning Service Conditions

Cleaning services are carried out using professional equipment, products and methods suitable for domestic and commercial environments.

Cleaning improves:

  • Hygiene
  • Presentation
  • General cleanliness

Cleaning is not:

  • A repair service
  • A restoration service
  • A refurbishment service

Cleaning results depend on:

  • Property age
  • Surface condition
  • Material type
  • Previous maintenance
  • Level of contamination or deterioration

9. Existing Stains, Surface Conditions & Hidden Defects

Customers acknowledge that some stains, marks, discolouration or surface defects may not be fully visible before cleaning.

Existing conditions may be hidden under:

  • Bottles
  • Containers
  • Bathroom accessories
  • Mats
  • Furniture
  • Appliances
  • Decorative items
  • Dirt, grease, limescale or residue

During the cleaning process, removing surrounding dirt, grease, limescale, residue or deposits may reveal existing stains, marks or imperfections that were previously hidden or less noticeable.

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists cannot be held responsible for:

  • Existing stains or marks present before cleaning
  • Rust marks or oxidation
  • Water marks caused by previous use
  • Surface discolouration within the material
  • Existing damage
  • Wear and tear
  • Age-related deterioration
  • Damage caused by previous cleaning attempts
  • Defects within the surface material

Where a stain cannot be safely removed without risking damage to the surface, aggressive cleaning methods will not be used unless specifically agreed with the customer.

10. End of Tenancy Cleaning Inspection & Deposit Responsibility

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists provides a professional End of Tenancy Cleaning service designed to help customers meet landlord, letting agent and inventory inspection standards.

Our cleaning service is intended to improve the cleanliness and presentation of the property and to address cleaning requirements normally expected at the end of a tenancy.

However, the final decision regarding deposit return remains solely with:

  • The landlord
  • The letting agent
  • The inventory clerk
  • The property owner
  • The deposit protection scheme where applicable

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists cannot guarantee the return of a rental deposit, as deposit decisions may be affected by matters outside our control, including:

  • Existing property damage
  • Wear and tear
  • Missing items
  • Repairs required
  • Maintenance issues
  • Contractual disputes
  • Unpaid rent or bills
  • Issues unrelated to cleaning

Our responsibility is limited to providing the agreed cleaning service and addressing genuine cleaning-related issues covered by our guarantee.

11. 7-Day Free Re-Clean Guarantee

For qualifying End of Tenancy Cleaning services, we provide a:

7-Day Free Re-Clean Guarantee

If your landlord or letting agent identifies a cleaning issue relating specifically to an item included within our End of Tenancy Cleaning Checklist, we will return and rectify the affected area free of charge.

The purpose of this guarantee is to provide customers with reassurance that genuine missed cleaning items will be corrected where appropriate.

Guarantee Conditions

To qualify:

  • The issue must be reported within 7 days of completion.
  • The concern must relate to cleaning work included within the agreed quotation.
  • The property must remain vacant and unoccupied.
  • No further cleaning, decorating, repairs or maintenance work must have taken place.
  • We must be given the opportunity to inspect and correct the issue before another company is instructed.

12. End of Tenancy Guarantee Limitations

The 7-Day Free Re-Clean Guarantee does not cover:

  • Permanent stains
  • Existing damage
  • Rust marks
  • Surface discolouration
  • Burn marks
  • Scratches
  • Carpet damage
  • Permanent carpet staining
  • Structural mould
  • Damp-related issues
  • Damaged silicone or sealant deterioration
  • Appliance faults
  • Existing defects
  • Age-related deterioration
  • Wear and tear

The guarantee covers cleaning quality only.

It does not cover the property's existing condition or matters outside the cleaning service.

13. Mould, Limescale & Contamination

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists can clean removable surface mould and limescale where safely possible.

We cannot guarantee removal of:

  • Structural mould
  • Mould caused by damp problems
  • Mould inside damaged silicone sealant
  • Permanent limescale damage
  • Surface deterioration caused by moisture

Where mould or contamination has affected the structure or materials, specialist treatment or repairs may be required.

14. Appliance Cleaning Conditions

Where appliance cleaning is included in the quotation, appliances must be:

  • Accessible
  • Empty before cleaning
  • Safe to clean
  • In working condition

Appliance cleaning may include:

  • Internal cleaning where accessible
  • External cleaning
  • Removal of normal residue

We cannot accept responsibility for:

  • Appliance faults
  • Broken parts
  • Existing damage
  • Defective seals
  • Mechanical failures
  • Electrical faults
  • Age-related deterioration

Cleaning an appliance does not include repair, servicing or replacement of parts.

15. Additional Work & Price Adjustments

All quotations are prepared using information supplied by the customer.

Additional charges may apply where the property condition or requirements differ significantly from the information provided.

Examples include:

  • Heavy soiling
  • Excessive grease
  • Excessive limescale
  • Excessive pet hair
  • Biological contamination
  • Nicotine staining
  • Builders dust
  • Excessive rubbish
  • Neglected areas
  • Additional rooms
  • Additional bathrooms
  • Additional appliances
  • Additional storage areas
  • Additional cleaning requirements

No additional work or charges will be carried out without first discussing the situation with the customer and obtaining approval.

16. Customer Responsibilities Before End of Tenancy Cleaning

Customers must ensure:

  • The property is vacant unless agreed otherwise.
  • Personal belongings and rubbish are removed.
  • Cupboards, wardrobes and drawers are emptied where internal cleaning is required.
  • Fridges, ovens, dishwashers and washing machines are emptied before cleaning.
  • Electricity and running water are available.
  • Full access is available at the agreed appointment time.

Customers should remove:

  • Bottles
  • Containers
  • Bathroom products
  • Kitchen items
  • Personal belongings

from surfaces before cleaning.

Items left in place may prevent inspection and cleaning of the surface underneath.

17. Carpet Cleaning Services

Professional carpet cleaning is a separate service unless specifically included within the quotation.

Carpet cleaning is designed to improve:

  • Cleanliness
  • Hygiene
  • Appearance

The final result depends on:

  • Carpet material
  • Carpet age
  • Previous maintenance
  • Type of staining
  • Existing damage
  • Condition before cleaning

We cannot guarantee removal of:

  • Permanent stains
  • Bleach marks
  • Burn marks
  • Damaged fibres
  • Existing carpet deterioration
  • Colour fading

Professional carpet cleaning does not restore carpets to a new condition and does not repair damaged carpet fibres.

18. Painting Services Conditions

Painting services are provided based on the visible and accessible condition of surfaces before work begins.

The final result depends on:

  • Existing surface condition
  • Previous paint quality
  • Preparation requirements
  • Wall and ceiling condition
  • Environmental conditions
  • Paint type and finish

Before painting begins, customers must confirm:

  • Paint colour
  • Paint finish
  • Areas requiring painting
  • Any specific requirements

Where included within the quotation, preparation may include:

  • Light sanding
  • Filling minor imperfections
  • Surface cleaning
  • Preparation before painting

Additional preparation work outside the agreed scope may require additional charges after discussion with the customer.

19. Painting Service Limitations

Painting is not a repair, structural restoration or refurbishment service.

We cannot guarantee permanent correction or removal of:

  • Structural cracks
  • Damp damage
  • Water damage
  • Moisture-related issues
  • Movement cracks
  • Severe wall damage
  • Defective plaster
  • Existing surface deterioration
  • Hidden defects

Where significant issues are identified before painting, we will advise the customer where reasonably possible.

20. Paint & Material Conditions

Unless the customer supplies their own materials, suitable professional-grade paint and materials will be used.

Customers acknowledge that the final appearance may vary depending on:

  • Existing wall colour
  • Surface texture
  • Lighting conditions
  • Paint type
  • Number of coats required
  • Previous repairs

We cannot guarantee that:

  • Existing stains will disappear completely
  • Different surfaces will absorb paint identically
  • Old defects will not become visible over time

Newly painted surfaces require appropriate drying and curing time.

21. Painting Workmanship Limitations

Our painting service covers workmanship relating to the agreed scope of work.

The workmanship does not cover damage caused by:

  • Damp
  • Water leaks
  • Structural movement
  • External weather conditions
  • Customer alterations
  • Furniture movement after completion
  • Accidental damage

Normal variations in finish, texture or appearance caused by existing surfaces are not considered workmanship defects.

22. Health & Safety

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists reserves the right to refuse, pause or stop work where conditions create a health and safety risk.

Examples include:

  • Unsafe access
  • Hazardous materials
  • Dangerous property conditions
  • Unsafe electrical conditions
  • Aggressive or threatening behaviour
  • Risks to employees, contractors or customers

Where possible, we will explain the reason and discuss a suitable solution.

23. Parking Requirements

Customers are responsible for providing suitable parking where possible.

If parking charges, permits or other parking costs are required to complete the service, these costs may be added to the final invoice.

Customers should inform us before the appointment if:

  • Parking restrictions apply
  • Permits are required
  • Access requires special arrangements

24. Photography & Service Records

With customer permission, West Sussex Cleaning Specialists may take before and after photographs for:

  • Quality control
  • Service records
  • Evidence of completed work
  • Portfolio purposes

Personal information, faces, house numbers or identifiable details will not be published without consent.

Photographs may also be used internally to:

  • Review service quality
  • Investigate reported concerns
  • Confirm completed work

25. Insurance & Liability

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists holds:

£5,000,000 Public Liability Insurance

Our liability is limited to direct damage proven to have been caused by negligence during the service.

We are not responsible for:

  • Existing damage
  • Pre-existing defects
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Hidden property conditions
  • Material failure
  • Age-related deterioration
  • Issues unrelated to our service
  • Indirect or consequential losses where legally permitted

Customers must inform us before work begins about:

  • Fragile surfaces
  • Special materials
  • Vulnerable fixtures
  • Known defects
  • Previous damage

26. Business Status

IDCSTR Services is registered with HMRC as a sole trader business.

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists is a trading name used for marketing and service delivery.

The business is not a limited company and does not operate as a separate legal entity.

All quotations, invoices and services are provided by:

IDCSTR Services trading as West Sussex Cleaning Specialists

27. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

They are designed to operate alongside applicable UK consumer protection regulations.

Nothing within these Terms & Conditions affects your statutory consumer rights.

28. Acceptance of Terms

By:

  • Accepting a quotation
  • Confirming a booking
  • Allowing work to begin

the customer confirms that:

  • Accurate information has been provided about the property and requirements.
  • They understand the service limitations.
  • They have read and accepted these Terms & Conditions.
  • They understand that quotations are based on the information supplied before the service.

Contact Details

West Sussex Cleaning Specialists

Website: westsussexcleaning.co.uk

Email: info@westsussexcleaning.co.uk

Phone: 07460 862 580

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