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What does window cleaning include?

Window cleaning typical includes the following: Washing the inside windows, the outside windows, and the bug screens. Washing windows include scrubbing the glass, then using a squeegee to wipe clean. On the outside of your windows if there is a bug screen, typical window cleaning includes removing the screen, washing it, and then re-installing it. Most window cleaners charge more to clean sun screens, so be sure to ask these questions when hiring a company. Another area of the window that is included is wiping the inside window sills free of dust and dirt. There are window tracks that the windows slide back and forth on, but this is not included by most window cleaning companies. Again, call to make sure.

Thanks to Wash Pros for answering this question for us!

Why should I get my windows cleaned?

If you are a business, restaurant, car dealership, hotel, or any other place customers come, then this question should be obvious. A first impression of a clean building makes a huge impact on how your customers feel about your business. If you own a home, then does it really mater? Yes, of course it does, and here is why… If you leave first, dust, and water on your glass of your home, the sun will actually bake it into the glass like an oven. Over time, this becomes etched into the glass, and cannot come clean. Additionally, wiping your window frames free of dust and dirt also keep them from getting beyond repair.

Ryan from Arizona gave us this valuable information. Clarity Window Cleaning & Gutters

How long does it take to clean windows?

Cleaning windows is a difficult task for someone who has not perfected the skill. It is a true skill, and if you are lucky enough to use a technician who has been in the industry greater than 10 years, then you will be pleased at how fast he or she can get your windows cleaned. An expert window cleaner will get in and out of a 2 story 3,000sf home in about 2 hours. This is an average of course, but if your have sunscreens covering your windows, or your windows are French paned, then these can drastically slow the process.

Thanks to Brandon, a veteran window cleaner from Pine Country Window Cleaning

What does window cleaning include?

Window cleaning typical includes the following: Washing the inside windows, the outside windows, and the bug screens.  Washing windows include scrubbing the glass, then using a squeegee to wipe clean.  On the outside of your windows if there is a bug screen, typical window cleaning includes removing the screen, washing it, and then re-installing it.  Most window cleaners charge more to clean sun screens, so be sure to ask these questions when hiring a company.  Another area of the window that is included is wiping the inside window sills free of dust and dirt.  There are window tracks that the windows slide back and forth on, but this is not included by most window cleaning companies. Again, call to make sure.

Thank you Wash Pros for answering this question for us!

Why should I get my windows cleaned?

If you are a business, restaurant, car dealership, hotel, or any other place customers come, then this question should be obvious. A first impression of a clean building makes a huge impact on how your customers feel about your business. If you own a home, then does it really mater? Yes, of course it does, and here is why… If you leave first, dust, and water on your glass of your home, the sun will actually bake it into the glass like an oven. Over time, this becomes etched into the glass, and cannot come clean. Additionally, wiping your window frames free of dust and dirt also keep them from getting beyond repair.

David from California gave us this valuable information. Clarity Windows Cleaning & Gutters

How long does it take to clean a window?

Cleaning windows is a difficult task for someone who has not perfected the skill. It is a true skill, and if you are lucky enough to use a technician who has been in the industry greater than 10 years, then you will be pleased at how fast he or she can get your windows cleaned. An expert window cleaner will get in and out of a 2 story 3,000sf home in about 2 hours. This is an average of course, but if you have sunscreens covering your windows, or your windows are French paned, then these can drastically slow the process.

Is Window Cleaning Easy?

If you have ever tried to clean windows it is not so easy.  More than that, it's usually down right frustrating.  Now, if you've ever watched a professional clean windows, then it looks so easy.  So, how do we answer this question?

If you have ever practiced or worked at something for 8 hours a day for multiple years, then that becomes second nature and quite easy for you. This goes for window washing as well. The more someone practices, the easier it becomes.then you will be pleased at how fast he or she can get your windows cleaned. An expert from Professional Window Cleaning in Scottsdale provided us with this insight.

What is the best thing to use to clean windows?

Have you ever watched a pro clean windows? They whip around a mop to scrub and soap up the windows, then they use a long squeegee to wipe it clean. And man, they are fast! What are the best tool the professionals use?

There are different brands and types of squeegees to use, but where can you find a simply good squeegee at a local supply store? Unger sells a quality professional brand at Home Depot. Using a professional squeegee will get the best results.