Terms & Conditions

Vortex External Cleaning UK Limited

Terms & Conditions Of Service

Company Number: 16288001

Website: vortexexternalcleaning.co.uk

Email:  vortexexternalcleaning@gmail.com

Mobile: (07568) 736748

Landline: (023) 8111 2802

1. Definitions and Interpretation

1.1 “Company” refers to VORTEX EXTERNAL CLEANING UK LIMITED, including its employees, subcontractors, and authorised representatives.

1.2 “Client” refers to the individual, homeowner, landlord, managing agent, or entity requesting and/or authorising the Works.

1.3 “Works” refers to all services agreed between the Company and the Client, as detailed within the booking confirmation and any supporting documentation.

1.4 “Property” refers to the premises at which the Works are to be carried out.

1.5 “Booking” refers to any confirmed agreement made via email, WhatsApp, telephone, or written communication

1.6 “Scheduled Start Date” refers to the first agreed working day of the booking.

1.7 “Completion” refers to the stage at which the Company has finished all agreed Works and considers the project complete.

1.8 These Terms & Conditions apply to all services provided by the Company unless explicitly varied in writing.

2. Formation Of Contract

2.1 A legally binding contract is formed when the Client confirms a booking through any written or verbal communication

2.2 The Client confirms that:

  • They are the legal owner of the Property or have full authority to instruct the Works
  • They accept full financial responsibility for the booking
  • They have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions

2.3 The booking confirmation, together with these Terms & Conditions, forms the entire agreement between the parties.

3. Scope Of Work

3.1 The Company agrees to carry out the Works as detailed in the booking confirmation.

3.2 The standard roof cleaning service typically includes:

  • Pre-clean inspection (drone or manual)
  • Safe access setup
  • Low-pressure roof cleaning
  • Application of professional-grade biocide treatment
  • Gutter clearance
  • Full site clean-down

3.3 The Company reserves the right to:

  • Adjust cleaning methods depending on roof type, condition, and safety requirements
  • Refuse to carry out any aspect of the Works deemed unsafe or unsuitable
  • Modify the process where necessary to protect the integrity of the Property

3.4 Any work not explicitly listed in the booking confirmation is excluded and will require a
separate quotation.

4. Client Responsibilities

4.1 The Client is responsible for ensuring that the Property is ready for the Works to commence on the Scheduled Start Date.

4.2 This includes:

  • Providing access to a working external tap
  • Ensuring all working areas are accessible
  • Removing vehicles from the driveway and surrounding areas
  • Removing or relocating furniture, plant pots, and any obstructions

4.3 The Client must ensure safe access for the Company at all times.

4.4 Failure to meet these requirements may result in:

  • Delays to the Works
  • Inability to proceed
  • Cancellation charges being applied

5. Payment Terms

5.1 Payment is due in full immediately upon completion of the Works unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5.2 Accepted payment methods:

  • Bank transfer
  • Card payment via Stripe

5.3 The Client agrees that:

  • Payment is not contingent on subjective satisfaction once the Works have been completed as agreed
  • Any concerns must be raised in accordance with the complaints procedure

5.4 The Company reserves the right to:

  • Charge statutory interest on overdue payments
  • Recover reasonable costs incurred in the collection of outstanding balances

5.5 Non-payment may result in legal proceedings without further notice.

6. Pricing And Variations

6.1 All quotations are based on:

  • Estimated roof size
  • Visible condition of the Property
  • Assumed access requirements

6.2 The Company reserves the right to revise pricing where:

  • Actual conditions differ from those originally assessed
  • Additional labour, time, or equipment is required
  • Unforeseen issues are discovered during the Works

6.3 Any variations will be clearly communicated and agreed before proceeding.

7. Cancellation Policy

7.1 The Client acknowledges that booking a date reserves dedicated labour, equipment, and operational capacity, preventing the Company from accepting alternative work.

7.2 For the avoidance of doubt, all cancellation timeframes are calculated based on the Scheduled Start Date, not the completion date. This applies to all bookings, including those spanning multiple consecutive days.

7.3 Cancellation charges apply as follows:

  • 14+ days notice prior to the Scheduled Start Date: No charge
  • Less than 14 days notice: 25% of total booking value
  • Less than 7 days notice: 50% of total booking value
  • Less than 48 hours notice: 75% of total booking value
  • Cancellation on the Scheduled Start Date: 100% of total booking value

7.4 These charges represent a genuine pre-estimate of loss, including lost revenue, allocated labour, and disruption to operational scheduling.

7.5 All cancellation charges are contractually binding and recoverable.

8. No-Show & Failure To Provide Access

8.1 The Client is fully responsible for ensuring that safe and unobstructed access to the Property is available on the Scheduled Start Date.

8.2 This includes:

  • Removal of all vehicles from working areas
  • Ensuring access to all elevations of the Property
  • Clearing obstructions such as furniture, bins, and garden items

8.3 If access is not possible upon arrival, the booking will be treated as a no-show, and a 100% charge of the total booking value will apply.

8.4 The Company may, at its discretion, assist with moving light items where this has been discussed and agreed in advance (for example, in cases involving elderly or disabled Clients). This does not remove the Client’s overall responsibility for site preparation.

8.5 The Company is not liable for delays or inability to proceed due to restricted access.

9. Rescheduling Pplicy

9.1 The Company retains full control over scheduling and allocation of work.

9.2 The Company reserves the right to reschedule Works due to:

  • Adverse weather conditions
  • Safety considerations
  • Equipment or staffing issues
  • Operational requirements

9.3 Rescheduled Works will be prioritised and carried out at the next available suitable date.

9.4 Rescheduling does not constitute cancellation and does not entitle the Client to compensation.

10. Weather Dependency

10.1 All Works are weather-dependent and subject to safe working conditions.

10.2 The Company will not operate in conditions deemed unsafe, including:

  • High winds
  • Heavy rainfall
  • Storm conditions

10.3 Decisions regarding weather suitability are made solely at the Company’s discretion and are final.

11. Drone Survey Limitation

11.1 Drone inspections form part of the Company’s standard process where conditions allow

11.2 The Company reserves the right not to deploy drones where conditions are unsafe, including high winds.

11.3 Where drones cannot be used, a full inspection will be carried out using alternative access methods.

11.4 This does not affect the scope, quality, or outcome of the service.

12. Roof Condition & Risk Acknowledgement

12.1 The Client acknowledges that roof cleaning may expose pre-existing issues, including:

  • Loose or damaged tiles
  • Weak mortar or pointing
  • Structural wear

12.2 The Company is not responsible for such issues becoming visible as a result of cleaning.

13. Chemical Application

13.1 Professional-grade cleaning solutions are used as part of the service.

13.2 The Client acknowledges:

  • Temporary odours may occur
  • Surfaces may remain active following treatment

13.3 The Company takes all reasonable precautions to minimise impact.

14. Liability And Damage

14.1 The Company is not liable for:

  • Pre-existing damage
  • Structural defects
  • Age-related deterioration

14.2 Liability is limited strictly to the value of the Works carried out.

15. Legal Enforcement

15.1 The Company reserves the right to pursue all unpaid fees, cancellation charges, and associated costs.

15.2 Legal action may include recovery through the Small Claims Court.

15.3 The Client agrees to cover any reasonable recovery costs incurred.

Final Agreement

By confirming a booking, the Client confirms full understanding and acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

Signature

Shane Cameron

Company Director

VORTEX EXTERNAL CLEANING UK LIMITED