Tap water is what most people use to clean their windows but it contains minerals and sediments that still make it safe to drink but are not the best choice when you are looking to clean your windows. After the water evaporates, those minerals and sediments stay in your window leaving spots and streaks which will affect the finish of your window cleaning process.  Window cleaners typically utilize long waterfed poles with pure water to scrub and wash high windows.

Purified water is considered the best option for window cleaning because it doesn’t virtually contain any impurities. The magic here is that water wants to return to its natural state so when it comes in contact with dirt it absorbs those particles and both are easily removed during the rising process, leaving behind a perfect no-streak finish.

The tap water can be purified either by using a de-ionization process or by applying an osmosis reverse system. By using pure water you don’t require to use cleaning detergents and it doesn’t leave any residue behind, meaning that it will last longer than traditional window cleaning methods.

This is a question that most people ask. so, let’s get right into it and see which is better for cleaning windows? We asked an expert in the field, Rob from Newton Window Cleaning to provide us some knowledge. Rob told us straight out that these are both used for different reasons. Ammonia is used to cut grease, smoke, or heavy dirt on glass. He added that Vinegar is used to help descale, or remove, stubborn water stains on glass. There you go, you can use one, the other, or both if needed!

Now here is the age old question. Ever since the window was created, getting it cleaned has been quite the chore! We searched for an answer so we called Dave from Sedona Window Cleaning. Dave was happy to answer this because he has been cleaning windows since 1992. Dave informed us that there has been a tried and true method to getting windows cleaned fast and streak free. He said he uses a professional quality squeegee with a brand new rubber in the channel. When asked why the new rubber, he explained that the rubber on your squeegee will get nicks and cuts on it. This will leave streaks, so a brand new one will get all the soapy water and solution off the glass without any streaks or smears.

If you have ever cleaned the windows at your home or business, then you know for certain that this task is not fun, nor is it easy! Some people want to simply hose off their windows to avoid cleaning them because it is so much easier to do. Do not do this because it will leave hard water deposits on your windows that are very difficult to get off. A professional from Ochoa & Co in Canada told me that you should get your windows cleaned at minimum of 2 times per year. This will keep the hard water off of them, and your home value up! Thanks Ochoa & Co for helping educate us in this matter.

Cleaning windows in the sun or the shade is difficult enough, so let’s take a look at when is the best time of day to do this chore.

We spoke with an expert in the window cleaning industry, Scott from H&A Property Services in Annapolis, Maryland to get his thoughts on what is the best time of day to get those dirty windows cleaned.

Scott informed us that you need light to clean windows, so you probably better figure out how to get it done. He also explained to us that working on the shady side of your home or building works best. In the morning, work on the west side of your home, then go to the north, the south, and then finally back to the east side once the sun moves off that side of your home.

This is an entertaining question.  How many houses clearly depends on the size of houses a window cleaner cleans.  This is almost like how much wood can a wood-chuck chuck question.

An average sized home is approximately 2,400 square feet, and about 1 out of 2 homes are two-stories.  This means a very skilled window cleaner would be able to clean about one of these homes in about 2 hours work time if he or she is really good.

This means a veteran window washer can clean up to 4 or 5 homes a day.

These statistics and assumptions were kindly provided to us by Damon at Professional Window Cleaning in Chandler, Arizona.

If you are looking to get a window cleaning estimate or bids for window cleaning, then knowing how most companies charge will be valuable knowledge before calling and speaking to them.

Keep in mind that you should always hire a company that is insured.

Window prices are typically calculated per window pane.

Here is an average list of window cleaning prices:

• Inside windows: Average charge is $2 per window pane. This should include wiping frames and sills, but NOT cleaning window tracks.
• Window tracks: Average charge is $2 to $5 per window track.
• Outside windows: Average charge is $4 to $6 per window pane.  They will charge more for really large windows, or high windows.
• Sunscreens: Average charge is $2 to $6 per sunscreen.  This will include removing, cleaning or dusting, then re-installing.

Most window cleaners charge close to the same prices, so if you want to save time, just call and see who is friendly to you on the phone.

The window washing industry is one of the most challenging types or work there is.  Most of the technicians need to access high windows, get on roofs, or even repel down the side of a building.  Avoiding serious injury, falls, or even death by having safety training is very important.  Having the right equipment can be even more important if you can get away without having to climb ladders.

There are a few ways window cleaners can avoid working at heights.

The oldest method is using a long pole with a squeegee attached to the top of it.  The window cleaners can stand on the ground while using the poles to do the high work.  Make no mistake, this skill is not easy and it takes a lot of practice to perfect.

The other method that has become very common over the last 10 years is utilizing a pure-water system that pumps pure water to the top of a pole.  This will allow the window cleaning company to scrub the window with a brush, then rinse it off with the spotless water.