Opzeggingsservice Nr. 1 in Canada
Geachte heer, mevrouw,
Hierbij deel ik u mijn beslissing mee om het contract met betrekking tot de dienst Weed Man te beëindigen.
Deze kennisgeving vormt een vastberaden, duidelijke en ondubbelzinnige wil om het contract op te zeggen, met ingang van de eerstvolgende vervaldatum of conform de toepasselijke contractuele termijn.
Ik verzoek u alle nodige maatregelen te nemen om:
– alle facturering stop te zetten vanaf de effectieve opzeggingsdatum;
– mij schriftelijk te bevestigen dat dit verzoek goed is ontvangen;
– en, indien van toepassing, mij de eindafrekening of bevestiging van saldo te sturen.
Deze opzegging wordt u toegestuurd via gecertificeerde e-mail. Het verzenden, de tijdstempel en de integriteit van de inhoud zijn vastgesteld, wat het een bewijskrachtig geschrift maakt dat voldoet aan de vereisten van elektronisch bewijs. U beschikt daarom over alle nodige elementen om deze opzegging regelmatig te verwerken, conform de toepasselijke beginselen inzake schriftelijke kennisgeving en contractvrijheid.
Conform de regels met betrekking tot de bescherming van persoonsgegevens, verzoek ik u ook:
– alle mijn gegevens te verwijderen die niet nodig zijn voor uw wettelijke of boekhoudkundige verplichtingen;
– alle bijbehorende persoonlijke ruimtes te sluiten;
– en mij de effectieve verwijdering van gegevens te bevestigen volgens de toepasselijke rechten inzake bescherming van de persoonlijke levenssfeer.
Ik bewaar een volledige kopie van deze kennisgeving evenals het bewijs van verzending.
Cancellation Weed Man: Simple Process
What is Weed Man
Weed Man is a Canada-based lawn care service franchise that offers recurring and single-treatment lawn treatments (fertilizer, weed control, aeration and similar services) through local franchise locations. Services and pricing are typically provided by local franchises and may be prepaid as part of seasonal programs or purchased as single treatments.
The company’s Canadian terms allow customers to cancel services and provide refunds for undelivered lawn-care services; specific processes and fees can vary by program and region.
How to cancel Weed Man
- Prepare your account details: name on account, service address, account or invoice number, and the date you want services to stop.
- Choose a cancellation method: (a) contact the local Weed Man office or franchise via phone and request immediate cancellation, (b) use the Weed Man customer portal or website if you have an online account, or (c) send a written cancellation by email or by registered mail to ensure proof of delivery (see address below).
- State clearly you wish to cancel services immediately and request a written confirmation of cancellation and any refund calculation (including any applicable administrative fee or program price adjustments).
- If you send written notice, use registered mail (raccomandata A/R) or a tracked courier so you have proof of delivery and keep copies of all correspondence and confirmation numbers.
- Follow up if you do not receive written confirmation within a few business days; note the date and method of your original request in any follow-up communication.
What happens when you cancel
When Weed Man receives a cancellation request, services end immediately. You remain responsible for services already delivered up to the cancellation point. Recurring or seasonal agreements will stop renewing after the effective cancellation date, but the final billing will account for work already completed. Weed Man will typically issue written confirmation of cancellation if requested.
For some program customers (for example certain Continuous Service Programs), Weed Man may recalculate charges and charge the difference between a program price and the price of individual services already provided. Administrative cancellation fees (commonly C$25) may also be applied depending on timing and program terms.
Will I get a refund?
Weed Man’s policy is to refund monies prepaid for services not yet delivered when the agreement is ended. Refunds are processed to the original payment method and are typically issued within five business days after cancellation, less any applicable administrative fee or program adjustments. If you prepaid for a seasonal program and services were not yet provided, expect a refund for the undelivered portion.
There is no express 14‑day “cooling‑off” or withdrawal right specified in Weed Man’s Canada documentation for lawn‑care services; refunds are tied to undelivered lawn‑care services rather than a general ecommerce return window.
Weed Man plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Lawn Care Package (Edmonton example) | C$400 (2025 renewal estimate) | Annual (renewal) | Fertilizer, Weed Control, Fall Aeration |
| Spring Fertilizer & Weed Control (Promotional deal) | C$39 (up to 4,500 sq. ft.) | Single treatment | Fertilizer and Weed Control |
| Spring Fertilizer & Weed Control (Larger lawns) | C$49 (up to 7,000 sq. ft.) or C$59 (up to 10,000 sq. ft.) | Single treatment | Fertilizer and Weed Control |
Your consumer rights in Canada
Under Canadian federal and provincial consumer protection regimes, rights vary by province and by whether a transaction is goods or services and how they are delivered. Lawn‑care services are typically treated as service contracts, and Weed Man’s terms focus on refunds for undelivered services rather than a universal 14‑day statutory “cooling‑off” right commonly associated with online goods purchases. Weed Man’s policy allowing cancellation at any time and refunding undelivered prepaid services may exceed minimum legal protections in some jurisdictions, but it is not framed as invoking a specific statutory right.
If you believe a provider is not honoring a refund or is engaging in unfair practices (for example, continuing to bill after cancellation), contact your provincial consumer protection office or the federal Competition Bureau for guidance and complaint options. Keep documentation of your cancellation request and any responses from the company.
Customer experiences
Customer reports are mixed. Some customers say Weed Man responded to concerns, dispatched a field manager, and cancelled services promptly when requested. Other customers report repeated operational problems such as technicians missing scheduled treatments, partial yard treatment, poor communication, difficulty reaching the office, and cases where promised free reapplications or refunds were not fulfilled. A common complaint is persistent contact from the company after a customer has sought to cancel, including aggressive retention attempts in some cases.
Documentation checklist
- Account holder name, service address, account or invoice number, and contract or program name.
- Date and time of your cancellation request and the desired effective date.
- Copy of any prepaid receipts or invoices showing payments for future services.
- Written cancellation notice (email or mailed letter) and proof of delivery (registered mail receipt or tracked courier number).
- Any communication from Weed Man acknowledging problems or promising reapplications or refunds.
Common mistakes
Customers often assume a general 14‑day ecommerce “cooling‑off” right applies to lawn‑care contracts and therefore delay documentation; however, Weed Man’s terms focus on refunds for undelivered services. Another common error is not obtaining written confirmation of cancellation - verbal requests without follow‑up proof can lead to disputes and continued billing. Customers on seasonal or program pricing may overlook program terms that allow Weed Man to charge for delivered services at individual prices when cancelling mid‑season, which can result in unexpected charges.
Comparative recap
| Method | Refund | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Web / Direct (website or customer portal) | Refund for undelivered services within ~5 business days; admin fee may apply | Easy - immediate service stop if confirmed online |
| Continuous Service Program (Maritimes/Halifax) | No admin fee if cancelled before first seasonal service; after first service C$25 fee may apply; program price adjustments may be charged | Moderate - program pricing and timing can affect final charge |
| App Store / Google Play / Digital subscription | No specific Weed Man digital‑subscription policy found; likely handled via direct customer service (refunds for undelivered services) | Variable - if purchased via an app store you may need to manage subscriptions through that platform |
After cancelling
After you cancel, confirm you receive written confirmation and monitor your payment method for the refund (typically processed within five business days). If the refund does not appear, contact Weed Man customer service and provide your documentation. If you encounter unresolved billing or refund disputes, escalate to your franchise owner, contact your provincial consumer protection office, or file a complaint with the Competition Bureau as appropriate.
Helpful links: Weed Man Canada homepage: https://weedman.ca. General Canadian consumer protection information: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/business/consumer-protection.html.
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