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Consumer Protection & Service Agreement

Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding service agreement between you (“Client”, “Homeowner”, or “you”) and Pinay Cleaner Durham (“we”, “us”, or “our”), governing all residential house cleaning services booked via our website, telephone, SMS, or email in Whitby, Brooklin, Ajax, and Oshawa, Ontario.

1Service Area & Minimum Duration

We proudly provide residential cleaning services within the designated municipalities of Durham Region, Ontario:

Whitby (L1N, L1P, L1R)
Brooklin (L1M)
Ajax (L1S, L1T, L1Z)
Oshawa (L1G, L1H, L1J, L1K, L1L)
  • Minimum Duration: All cleaning appointments require a minimum duration of 3 hours per visit.
  • Maximum Duration: Single-session cleans may be booked up to 8 hours, subject to cleaner schedule availability.
  • Same Cleaner Continuity: Recurring clients (weekly or bi-weekly) are assigned the same trusted cleaner for every routine visit whenever possible.

2Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Fees

In full compliance with the Ontario Consumer Protection Act and federal regulations prohibiting drip pricing:

Standard Clean — $35 / hour

3-hour minimum ($105 flat). Ideal for routine, bi-weekly, or ongoing upkeep of bathrooms, kitchens, dusting, vacuuming, and mopping.

Deep Clean — $40 / hour

3-hour minimum ($120 flat). Thorough first-time deep scrub, baseboards, door frames, kitchen degreasing, bathroom grout, and move-in/move-out cleans.

  • Zero Travel Fees: We do not charge travel, fuel, or municipal transit surcharges within our Durham service area.
  • No Upfront Deposit: We do not ask for credit card numbers or upfront deposits online. You pay only after the job is completed.
  • Sales Tax (HST): Rates are quoted with sales tax included or applicable under CRA Small Supplier rules. If GST/HST is applicable, your invoice will itemize the 13% Ontario HST and our CRA Business Registration Number.

3Payment Terms

Payment is strictly due upon completion of each cleaning visit on the same calendar day.

  • Accepted Methods: Interac e-Transfer to booking@pinaycleaner.ca or Cash given directly to your cleaner upon completion.
  • Official Receipts: A digital itemized service receipt is emailed to your registered email address upon payment confirmation.
  • Late Payments: Unpaid balances past 48 hours may result in temporary suspension of upcoming recurring appointments until settled.

4Cancellation, Rescheduling & Lockout Policy

Our independent cleaners reserve dedicated time windows for your home. We ask that you notify us promptly if your schedule changes:

24-Hour Notice Required

Please provide at least 24 hours advance notice via call, text to (289) 278-4321, or email to reschedule or cancel a booking with zero penalty.

Lockouts / No Access: If our cleaner arrives at the scheduled window and is unable to gain entry (e.g., incorrect keypad code, key not in lockbox, homeowner unreachable after 20 minutes), a $35 lockout/trip charge may be applied to compensate the cleaner for reserved travel time.

5Homeowner Responsibilities

To allow our cleaners to work safely and efficiently, homeowners agree to provide:

  • Utilities: Continuous running hot and cold water and active electricity.
  • Safe Working Temperature: Adequate heating in winter and ventilation/cooling in summer.
  • Pet Safety: Pets must be declared in booking notes. Aggressive or easily agitated animals must be secured in a separate room or crate during the visit.
  • De-cluttering: Please pick up clothing, toys, and personal paperwork from floors before the visit so our cleaners can focus on deep sanitization rather than organizing personal items.

6Health, Safety & Scope Exclusions

In compliance with Ontario workplace safety standards, our cleaners strictly do NOT perform the following tasks:

Non-Permitted Service Items
  • Cleaning biohazards, human or animal bodily fluids, pet urine/feces, or litter boxes.
  • Cleaning severe black mold, chemical contamination, or active pest/bedbug infestations.
  • Extreme hoarding situations or handling uncontained sharp objects/needles.
  • Heavy lifting of furniture, appliances, or items exceeding 25 lbs (11 kg).
  • Exterior window washing or using tall ladders higher than a standard 2-step household stool.

7Limitation of Liability & Damage Reporting

Our cleaners treat your home and possessions with the utmost care and respect. However, accidents can occasionally occur:

  • 24-Hour Notice Window: Any suspected damage or missing item must be reported in writing with photographs to booking@pinaycleaner.ca within 24 hours of service completion.
  • High-Value & Delicate Items: We cannot be held liable for unmounted artwork, unstable shelves, pre-existing structural damage, or heirloom items valued over $250 unless specifically identified to the cleaner in writing prior to service. Please store valuable jewellery, cash, and irreplaceable antiques securely.
  • Liability Cap: Our total aggregate liability for any single incident is limited to repair cost, fair market depreciated value, or the total cost of the cleaning service, whichever is less.

8Satisfaction Guarantee & Re-clean Policy

24-Hour Quality Promise

If you are dissatisfied with any specific area covered within your requested duration, contact us within 24 hours of the clean. We will arrange for the cleaner to return and re-clean the specific missed area free of charge. Due to the service-based nature of residential cleaning, refunds are not provided once service has been completed.

9Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any legal dispute arising under these Terms shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

Questions Regarding These Terms?

For questions, clarifications, or custom commercial arrangements, please contact us:

Pinay Cleaner Durham • Locally Owned in Whitby, ON
Phone / Text: (289) 278-4321