Free Cleaning Service Contract Template

PARTIES

This Cleaning Service Contract ("Agreement") is entered into as of April 1, 2026 by and between:

Sparkle Clean Services, LLC, with a principal place of business at 450 Oak Avenue, Suite 12, Austin, TX 78701 ("Service Provider" or "Provider"), and

Robert and Sarah Mitchell, with property located at 1825 Maple Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78703 ("Client").

Provider and Client may be referred to individually as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties." The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the terms and conditions under which Provider shall perform cleaning services at the Client's property as described herein.

SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provider agrees to perform professional cleaning services at the Client's property located at 1825 Maple Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78703. The property is classified as a residential property.

Areas to be Cleaned:
Kitchen (counters, floors, appliances, sink)
Bathrooms x2 (toilets, sinks, mirrors, showers)
Living room (vacuuming, dusting, mopping)
Bedrooms x3 (dusting, vacuuming)
Hallways and entryway
Laundry room (surfaces, floor)

Provider shall perform the cleaning services using industry-standard methods, products, and techniques appropriate for the property type. All cleaning shall be performed in a thorough, professional, and workmanlike manner. Provider shall ensure that all surfaces cleaned are left in a sanitary and presentable condition.

The estimated duration of each service visit is approximately 3 hour(s). Actual time may vary depending on the condition of the property and the scope of work required.

SERVICE SCHEDULE

Cleaning services shall commence on April 1, 2026 and shall be performed on a weekly basis thereafter, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by both Parties.

Preferred Service Day: Wednesday. Provider shall make reasonable efforts to accommodate the preferred service day, but reserves the right to reschedule due to holidays, weather, or other circumstances beyond Provider's control. Provider shall notify Client at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of any schedule change.

Preferred Service Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Provider shall endeavor to arrive within the preferred time window. In the event Provider anticipates a delay of more than thirty (30) minutes, Provider shall promptly notify Client.

Provider reserves the right to adjust the service schedule due to holidays that fall on the scheduled service day. In such cases, Provider shall offer the Client a substitute day within the same week or the following week, at the Client's preference.

STANDARDS OF SERVICE

Provider agrees to perform all cleaning services in accordance with the following standards:

• All work shall be performed in a professional, thorough, and workmanlike manner consistent with industry best practices for residential cleaning services.
• Provider shall use only safe, non-toxic, and property-appropriate cleaning products and materials unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. Provider shall comply with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 C.F.R. §1910.1200, and shall maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemical products used on Client's premises. Where feasible, Provider shall use products meeting the EPA Safer Choice Standard. If Client has specific product preferences or allergy concerns, Client shall notify Provider in writing prior to the commencement of services.
• Provider shall take reasonable precautions to protect Client's property, personal belongings, and furnishings from damage during the performance of services. Where Provider's personnel may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the course of services, Provider shall comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 C.F.R. §1910.1030. If the services involve application of any pesticide, antimicrobial, or registered disinfectant, Provider shall comply with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), 7 U.S.C. §§136 et seq., and applicable state pesticide laws.
• Provider's personnel shall conduct themselves in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner while on Client's premises at all times.
• Provider shall not bring unauthorized persons onto the Client's property during service visits without the Client's prior written consent.
• Provider shall promptly report any pre-existing damage, maintenance issues, or safety hazards observed at the property during service visits.
• Upon completion of each service visit, Provider shall ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are removed from the premises, all doors and windows are secured, and the property is left in the condition expected under this Agreement.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Client agrees to the following responsibilities in connection with the services provided under this Agreement:

• Client shall provide reasonable access to the property on the scheduled service day and time, including but not limited to keys, alarm codes, garage door codes, or other access mechanisms as applicable.
• Client shall ensure that the property is in a reasonably safe condition for Provider's personnel to perform services, free from hazardous materials, excessive clutter, or unsafe conditions.
• Client shall secure all valuables, cash, jewelry, important documents, and fragile items prior to each service visit. Provider shall not be held liable for items left unsecured.
• Client shall inform Provider of any pets on the premises and make appropriate arrangements for pet management during service visits, including securing aggressive animals.
• Client shall promptly notify Provider of any special cleaning requirements, allergies, product sensitivities, or areas that require special attention or that should not be disturbed.
• Client shall notify Provider of any changes to the property that may affect the scope of services, including renovations, new furniture, or changes in occupancy.

COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT

In consideration for the cleaning services provided under this Agreement, Client shall compensate Provider as follows:

Service Rate: 175.00 USD Flat Rate per Visit.

Payment Method: Check.

Payment Terms: Payment is due Upon completion of each service visit.

Late Payment: In the event Client fails to make payment when due, a late fee of $25 flat fee shall be assessed. Provider reserves the right to suspend services if payment is more than fifteen (15) days overdue. Interest on overdue amounts shall accrue at the rate of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law, whichever is less.

SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

Cleaning Supplies and Equipment: Provider shall furnish all cleaning supplies, products, chemicals, and equipment necessary to perform the services described in this Agreement. The cost of supplies is included in the service rate unless otherwise stated. Provider warrants that all products used shall be safe, effective, and appropriate for the surfaces and materials being cleaned. Provider shall maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemical products used and shall make them available to Client upon request.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

The following additional services are available upon request and are subject to separate pricing as indicated below. Additional services must be requested at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance and are subject to Provider's availability:

• Deep cleaning / move-in/move-out cleaning: 350.00 USD per session
• Interior/exterior window cleaning: 85.00 USD per session
• Carpet cleaning / shampooing: 120.00 USD per session

Additional services not listed above may be available upon request. Provider shall provide a written quote for any such services prior to commencement. Additional services are billed separately from the standard service rate and are due upon completion unless otherwise agreed.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation Policy: Either Party may cancel a scheduled service visit by providing at least twenty-four (24) hours advance notice. Cancellations made with less than the required notice period may result in a cancellation fee equal to fifty percent (50%) of the scheduled service rate.

Repeated last-minute cancellations (three or more within a sixty-day period) may be treated as a material breach of this Agreement, entitling Provider to terminate this Agreement upon written notice.

No-Show Policy: If Provider arrives at the scheduled time and is unable to access the property due to the Client's failure to provide access as agreed, Provider shall be entitled to the full service rate for that visit as a lockout fee.

PROPERTY ACCESS AND SECURITY

Property Access: Client provides a key or access code to Provider.

Access Protocol: Key under flower pot by front door. Alarm code provided separately via text message.

Provider shall exercise reasonable care in handling all keys, codes, and access devices entrusted by Client. Provider shall not duplicate keys or share access codes with any unauthorized persons. Upon termination of this Agreement, Provider shall promptly return all keys and access devices to Client.

Provider acknowledges a duty to secure all entry points (doors, windows, gates) upon completion of each service visit. If the property is equipped with an alarm system, Provider shall arm the system upon departure in accordance with Client's instructions.

LIABILITY AND DAMAGES

Breakage and Damage: Service Provider assumes full liability for any breakage or damage caused during service.

Provider shall immediately notify Client of any breakage, damage, or loss occurring during a service visit. Provider agrees to repair or replace, at Provider's expense, any item damaged due to Provider's negligence, subject to the following conditions:

• Client must report the damage in writing within seventy-two (72) hours of the service visit during which the damage occurred.
• Provider's liability for any single incident shall not exceed the replacement value of the damaged item or five hundred dollars ($500.00), whichever is less, unless otherwise covered by Provider's insurance.
• Provider shall not be liable for damage resulting from pre-existing conditions, normal wear and tear, defective items, or items that were improperly secured by Client.
• Provider shall not be liable for damage to items of extraordinary value (artwork, antiques, collectibles) unless Client has specifically identified such items in writing prior to commencement of services.

INSURANCE

Provider represents and warrants that it maintains adequate insurance coverage for the services provided under this Agreement, consistent with industry norms for commercial general liability coverage and, where required by applicable state law, a janitorial or surety bond. Provider's insurance coverage includes the following:

General liability $1,000,000 per occurrence. Bonded for $500,000. Workers compensation as required by Texas law.

Provider shall maintain workers' compensation insurance as required by the law of the state where services are performed and such other insurance coverage in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement. Upon request, Provider shall provide Client with certificates of insurance or other documentation evidencing current coverage. In the event of any material change to Provider's insurance coverage, Provider shall notify Client within ten (10) business days.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

Provider represents and warrants that all personnel assigned to perform services at Client's property have undergone comprehensive background checks, including criminal history checks, prior to their assignment. Provider shall ensure that no person with a conviction for theft, burglary, assault, or any crime involving dishonesty is assigned to perform services at Client's property.

Provider shall maintain records of all background checks conducted and shall make such records available for Client's inspection upon reasonable request, subject to applicable privacy laws and regulations. Provider assumes full responsibility for the conduct and actions of all personnel assigned to Client's property.

TERMINATION

Either Party may terminate this Agreement by providing fourteen (14) days' written notice to the other Party.

Termination for Cause: Either Party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other Party: (a) materially breaches any provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within seven (7) days of receiving written notice thereof; (b) engages in theft, fraud, or other dishonest conduct; (c) causes willful or repeated damage to property; or (d) violates any applicable law or regulation in connection with the performance of this Agreement.

Effect of Termination: Upon termination, Client shall pay Provider for all services satisfactorily performed up to the date of termination. Provider shall return all keys, access devices, and any Client property in Provider's possession within three (3) business days of the effective date of termination. All confidentiality obligations shall survive termination of this Agreement.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach, termination, or invalidity thereof, shall first be submitted to good-faith negotiation between the Parties. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within thirty (30) days, the Parties agree to submit the dispute to mediation administered by a mutually agreed-upon mediator.

If mediation is unsuccessful, either Party may pursue any remedies available at law or in equity in the courts of the State of Texas. The prevailing Party in any legal proceeding shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs from the non-prevailing Party.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Provider is an independent contractor and nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship between the Parties. The Parties intend that their relationship satisfy the economic-reality test under the U.S. Department of Labor's Final Rule, 29 C.F.R. Part 795 (2024), the 20-factor common-law test in IRS Rev. Rul. 87-41, and, where applicable, the ABC test under Cal. Labor Code §2775 as applied in Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, 4 Cal. 5th 903 (2018). Provider shall be solely responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment tax under IRC §§1401-1402, for compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. §§201 et seq., and applicable state minimum-wage and overtime laws with respect to its own workforce, and for all insurance (including workers' compensation as required by state law), benefits, and other obligations arising from Provider's status as an independent contractor. Provider retains the right to determine the method, details, and means of performing the services, provided that the results meet the standards set forth in this Agreement.

Provider may assign qualified personnel to perform the services described in this Agreement, provided that Provider remains fully responsible for the quality and timeliness of all work performed and for the conduct of all assigned personnel.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Provider acknowledges that during the performance of services under this Agreement, Provider and Provider's personnel may have access to the Client's personal property, personal information, and private residence or business premises. Provider agrees to:

• Maintain the confidentiality of all Client information, including but not limited to alarm codes, access codes, work schedules, travel plans, and personal habits.
• Not disclose any information about the Client, the Client's property, or the contents thereof to any third party without the Client's prior written consent.
• Not photograph, record, or otherwise document the interior of Client's property or personal belongings without explicit written permission.
• Instruct all personnel assigned to Client's property regarding these confidentiality obligations.

This confidentiality obligation shall survive the termination of this Agreement indefinitely.

GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in the State of Texas, and the Parties hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written. No amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and signed by both Parties. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Any notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed delivered when personally delivered, sent by certified mail (return receipt requested), or sent by email to the addresses specified in this Agreement. Either Party may change its notice address by providing written notice to the other Party in accordance with this provision.