Your receipt may show COVID-19 or sanitation surcharge.Businesses can call it what they want; and you have a right to ask exactly what you're paying for. It feels like a Gotcha.Rossman said businesses should tell customers about any new charges before the service. Likewise, you can and should ask if there are any new fees before you book a service or appointment. The three industries charging extra seem to be nail and hair salons and restaurants. The fees charged by businesses range from $2 at nail and hair salons to $35 at dentist offices.