Window cleaner's licence

For your peace of mind, always use a licensed window cleaner. Everyone who cleans windows for payment in South Lanarkshire must hold a valid licence for the area where they work. This helps protect residents, prevent crime and make sure work is carried out safely.

We keep a public register of all licensed window cleaners so you can check before you agree to any work.

Why choosing a licensed window cleaner matters

All licensed window cleaners must:

• pass a police check
• have public liability insurance
• follow health and safety laws
• wear an official identification badge while working

Window cleaners must carry their licence at all times. It is an offence to clean windows without a licence in South Lanarkshire.

Before you let anyone start work, you should ask to see their licence and identification badge.

How to check if a window cleaner is licensed

You can check our online licensing register:

1. open the licensing register
2. select the civic licence tab
3. choose window cleaner from the list

This will show all window cleaners who are currently licensed in South Lanarkshire.

If you think someone is working without a licence

If you believe a window cleaner is working without a licence, you can report this anonymously.

• phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
• or visit the Crimestoppers website to give information anonymously

Reporting unlicensed work helps keep your community safe and ensures honest traders are protected.

Need more information?

If you want advice about licensed window cleaners or the licensing register, contact the Licensing and Registration office.