Pressure Washing Contract Template

1. Scope of Work and Surfaces

Contractor agrees to clean only the surfaces listed below, by the method noted for each. Any surface, structure, or area not listed here is excluded from this Agreement and will not be cleaned unless added in writing and signed by both parties.

Contractor will select water pressure, nozzle, and cleaning agents appropriate to each surface. Where a surface can be damaged by high pressure (such as siding, wood, screens, or roofing), Contractor may use a low-pressure soft-wash method instead, at Contractor’s discretion.

2. Cleaning Agents, Landscaping, and Plant Rinse

Client understands that professional exterior cleaning commonly uses sodium hypochlorite (a form of chlorine bleach), surfactants, and other detergents. These agents are standard for the industry and are applied at working strengths intended for the surface being cleaned.

Contractor will take reasonable care to protect landscaping by pre-wetting and rinsing plants near the work area. Client agrees to help by doing the following before the scheduled date:

• Water all plants, grass, and shrubs near the Property so they are saturated before Contractor arrives.
• Point out any rare, fragile, or recently planted vegetation in writing.
• Move potted plants, patio furniture, grills, and vehicles away from the work area.

Contractor is not responsible for incidental damage to vegetation when reasonable rinsing care has been taken, or for damage caused by Client failing to water or disclose sensitive landscaping.

3. Condition of Older Surfaces and Unavoidable Results

Cleaning removes dirt, algae, mold, and buildup. It does not restore a surface to new. Client understands and accepts that:

• Older paint, siding, and coatings may show oxidation (a chalky, faded look) that was hidden under grime and becomes visible once the surface is clean.
• Existing damage such as cracks, peeling paint, failed caulk, rotted wood, rust bleed, or prior stains may be revealed or become more noticeable after cleaning.
• Some stains are permanent. Rust, artillery fungus, battery acid, tar, paint, and deep oil may lighten but not fully disappear.
• Concrete and pavers can clean unevenly where prior sealer, wear, or spills changed the surface.

These outcomes are a result of the surface’s existing condition, not the cleaning. They are not grounds for a refund or a claim against Contractor.

4. Property Access, Water, and Power

Client agrees to provide safe, unobstructed access to all work areas on the scheduled date, along with the utilities Contractor needs to perform the work:

• A working outdoor water spigot with adequate flow, unless Contractor supplies its own water (check one): Client water [ ] Contractor water [ ].
• Access to a standard exterior power outlet if required for the equipment.
• Unlocked gates, and pets secured indoors or off the Property.
• Windows and doors closed, and interior items moved away from walls being cleaned.

If required access or utilities are not available on arrival and the job cannot proceed, a trip charge of [$____] may apply and the work will be rescheduled.

5. Insurance, Damage, and Limitation of Liability

Contractor carries general liability insurance covering damage to Client property. Client understands an important limit of that coverage: general liability policies exclude damage to the specific item Contractor is actively working on (commonly called the “your work” exclusion). In practice that means the policy protects surrounding property, not a claim that the cleaning itself did not go as hoped.

Client agrees to report any suspected damage to Contractor in writing within [48] hours of completion, with photos, so Contractor has a fair chance to inspect it. Claims raised after that window, or after another party has altered the area, may not be honored.

To the extent allowed by law, Contractor’s total liability under this Agreement is limited to the amount Client paid for the services. Contractor is not liable for pre-existing damage, hidden defects, or consequential losses.

6. Payment, Deposit, and Late Fees

The deposit reserves Client’s place on the schedule and is applied to the final balance. The balance is due upon completion of the work unless other terms are written above.

Balances not paid within [__] days are subject to a late fee of [$____] or [__]% per month. Returned or failed payments incur a [$____] fee. Client agrees to pay reasonable collection and legal costs if the account is sent to collections.

7. Scheduling, Weather, and Cancellation

Exterior cleaning depends on weather. Contractor may reschedule for rain, freezing temperatures, high wind, or other unsafe conditions, and will offer the next available date at no penalty to Client.

If Client cancels or reschedules with at least [48] hours notice, any deposit is refunded or moved to the new date. Cancellations with less than [48] hours notice may forfeit the deposit to cover reserved time and travel.

8. Photo and Marketing Consent

Contractor may take before and after photos or video of the work for quality records and marketing, including its website and social media. Photos will not include the Property’s street number or Client’s name unless Client agrees in writing. Client may opt out by initialing here: __________.

9. General Terms

• Independent contractor: Contractor performs this work as an independent contractor, not an employee of Client.
• Entire agreement: This document is the full agreement. Any change must be in writing and signed by both parties.
• Governing law: This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of [STATE].
• Severability: If any part is found unenforceable, the rest stays in effect.

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