Do you clean the public beach?
No. We work on your path, from your gate or stairs to an end point we agree on at the walk-through, usually where the path meets the open beach. The public beach is cleaned by the town or city.
Do you take any sand away?
Never. We sift the top inch or two, put the sand back on the path and rake it smooth. Only the litter leaves.
What about sea turtles?
We use hand tools only, nothing with a motor. During nesting season, March through October, we start no earlier than 9 a.m., after the morning nest survey, and stay at least 10 feet from any marked nest.
Why do you need a walk-through first?
Every path is different: how long and wide it is, how much litter builds up, and where it collects. Walking it together means you get an exact price, and we agree on where our work starts and ends.
How will I know you came?
You get before-and-after photos after every visit, with a short note on anything we found, like broken glass near the shower.
Do I need to be there for visits?
No. Once we've sorted out how to get to the path, we come on your set day and send photos when we're done.
Is there a contract?
Monthly and weekly plans start with a three-month term. After that they run month to month, and you can cancel any time with 30 days' notice. A one-time clean has no contract at all.
What if it rains?
We don't sift soaked sand or work when there's lightning. We make the visit up within five business days. If we can't, it's credited on your next invoice.
How do I pay?
Plans are invoiced at the start of each month. A one-time clean is invoiced when it's done. Pay by bank transfer or card.
What isn't included?
Storm debris, seaweed, dune plants and anything past the agreed end of the path aren't part of regular visits. Ask us and we'll tell you what we can do.
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