It's easy to get proof of insurance simply ask the house cleaning service to have their insurance company fax or mail a copy of their certificate of insurance. The insurance company is required to notify the person if the house cleaning company's insurance policy is ever cancelled.
The Certificate of Liability Insurance will list him as the certificate holder. It will also list the name of the insurance broker, the insurance company & the name of the cleaning company that is insured.
A house cleaning company may offer a photocopy of their insurance policy as proof of insurance. Never accept this, as there's no way for him to know whether the policy is current. The policy could have been cancelled the day after it was issued. Without proof of insurance directly from the insurance company he could be paying the rate of a house cleaning company with insurance while unknowingly putting himself at risk every time the house cleaner is on his property.
Every reputable cleaning company will be happy to provide proof of insurance. Enjoy peace of mind every time his home is cleaned. Choose a cleaning company that has insurance to protect him & his home in case of damage to his property & injury to the house cleaners while they are on his property.
For Your Protection
Before the first cleaning go through the house with the house cleaner to find out what they plan to use on the various surfaces. Many inexperienced house cleaners use the wrong products or use the right products improperly. This can cause permanent damage or stains to person's property.
A good house cleaner will try to complete all the work requested & adjust the quality accordingly. Avoid getting a house cleaner that spends four hours in only half of his home.
References
Ask for at least 4 references of current clients & check them out.
Cleaning Checklist
Ask the cleaning service for a cleaning checklist that will list all the services performed for each home cleaning. Make sure to ask if the cleaning company charges extra for services such as: washing dishes, making beds, changing sheets, washing baseboards, etc.
Supplies
Ask if the cleaning service furnishes all the cleaning supplies & equipment needed to clean the home or if he is required to furnish all the supplies.
Policies
Ask to see the companies' policies on types of payment they accept, their cancellation policy & if they offer a guarantee.
