Privacy Policy for The Sack of Suds

Effective Date: 02/01/2025
Last Updated: 08/04/2025


Company Information

Business Name: The Business Umbrella LLC
DBA: The Sack of Suds
Address: 2108 N St Ste N, Sacramento, CA 95816
Website: https://sackofsuds.com
Phone: +1 888-681-8188


Introduction

The Business Umbrella LLC, doing business as The Sack of Suds ("we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in connection with our pressure washing services.

By using our services or providing us with your personal information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and service address

  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and payment history (processed securely through our payment processors)

  • Service Information: Details about requested services, property information, and service history

  • Visual Documentation: Before and after photos of completed work

  • Communication Records: Records of phone calls, emails, text messages, and other communications

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system

  • Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on site, and navigation patterns

  • Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Payment Processors: Transaction details from Square and Stripe

  • Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us on social media

  • Public Records: Property information relevant to our services


How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

  • Scheduling and performing pressure washing services

  • Communicating about appointments and service details

  • Processing payments and maintaining billing records

  • Documenting work performed through before/after photography

Business Operations

  • Managing customer relationships and service history

  • Improving our services and customer experience

  • Maintaining accurate business records

  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

Marketing and Communications

  • Sending promotional emails about our services and special offers

  • Sending text message notifications and marketing communications

  • Sharing before/after photos for marketing purposes (with your consent)

  • Maintaining our social media presence and customer testimonials

Website Functionality

  • Providing and maintaining our website functionality

  • Processing quote requests and contact form submissions

  • Analyzing website usage to improve user experience


How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:

  • Payment Processors: Square and Stripe process payments securely

  • CRM Database Provider: Our online customer relationship management system

  • Website Hosting and Analytics: Services that help us maintain and improve our website

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)

  • Government investigations

  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety

  • Protection of others' rights, property, or safety

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, customer information may be transferred as part of the transaction.


Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure data transmission using encryption

  • Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

  • Regular security assessments and updates

  • Secure storage of customer records in our CRM database

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.


Your Rights and Choices

California Residents

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know: Request information about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose

  • Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)

  • Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

  • Non-Discrimination: Receive equal service and pricing regardless of exercising privacy rights

Communication Preferences

You can control how we communicate with you:

  • Email Marketing: Unsubscribe using the link in our emails or contact us directly

  • Text Messages: Reply "STOP" to opt-out of text marketing messages

  • Photo Usage: Contact us to opt-out of having your before/after photos used for marketing

Access and Correction

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request updates to your contact preferences


Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and maintain our business relationship

  • Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes

  • Maintain business records for tax and accounting purposes

Typically, we retain customer information for 7 years after the last service date, unless a longer retention period is required by law.


Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Social Media

We maintain profiles on various social media platforms:

Your interactions with us on social media are governed by the respective platform's privacy policies.


Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website

  • Sending an email notification to registered customers

  • Including a notice in our regular communications

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when the most recent changes were made.


Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

The Business Umbrella LLC (DBA: The Sack of Suds)


2108 N St Ste N
Sacramento, CA 95816

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 888-681-8188
Website: https://sackofsuds.com

For California residents exercising CCPA rights, please include "California Privacy Rights Request" in your subject line.


Acknowledgment

By using our services or providing us with your personal information, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.