How to Clean Office Windows

We get some common questions about the benefits of hiring professional window cleaning services and we have come with some tips and trick for the keeping the windows clean by yourself if you choose to do so. Of course, this tips are not made for high-rise building windows. Let's keep this for the professionals who have the proper training and right equipment to do it safely.

Like any other skill, getting windows clean and streak-free is a skill that commercial window washers take practice and professional - level tools.

What's the best thing to use for cleaning windows?

While we have all the tools to get your windows spotless, you can use a solutions recommended for household windows:

A few drops of Dawn dishwashing liquid and distilled water. 
Using distilled water will eliminate the water spots caused by the calcium in tap water. Mix in some ethanol or isopropyl alcohol to help the windows dry faster, especially on humid days.
Using a professional squeegee is key to producing clean windows with no streaks. Wiping the blade with a natural sponge after each stroke will extend its life. Be sure to replace the squeegee blade when it's no longer cleaning well, just like your car's window washer blades. 

How to clean commercial windows. 

•  Dust to remove cobwebs and loose dirt.
• Wet the windows with a spray bottle or water-fed pole system.
• Squeegee the window with long overlapping strokes, paying particular attention to edges and corners.
• Use a natural sponge to wipe the blade after each stroke.
• Chamois the edges and corners to remove the water caught under the rubber gaskets. If you skip this step, you might notice streaks once the water escapes from under the rubber and dries around the edges of the pane.

With practice, you or your employees might become pretty good at washing your windows. However, you will probably find the cost of hiring a commercial window cleaning company is still less than doing it yourself. And you’ll appreciate the value of the work every time you look out your beautiful clean windows.

Benefits of Clean Business Windows 

Clean windows prevent glass degradation.
Dirt particles will enter the glass’ pores, contaminating and corroding the windows. The first things you may notice will be some light scratches or cracks. Eventually, an unmaintained window can be altered on a structural level and will need a full replacement. Cleaning your windows will prevent this outcome and give your windows far more longevity.

Improve your business curb appeal.
Professional window cleaners can make the job quick and easy, simply schedule regular window cleaning. Combined with regular exterior cleaning, such a pressure washing, and your office will look always it’s best. Clean windows will make your business look great for clients and employees alike.

Stop bad air quality. 
Dirt particles will buildup on your windows and sills, diminishing your property’s air quality. One of these particles can be mold, which poses a severe health threat over time. Mold can be a health hazard for many people. Whether it’s your clients, employees, or yourself. Long-term exposure can even lead to issues with lungs among other medical issues. If the air in your property seems more stagnant than usual, a window cleaning can help to clear the air.

Better heating efficiency.
During summer months, it may not always be top of mind is that your windows can help heat your property when winter time comes. Excess dirt, grime, and general particle buildup can block out parts of a window. All this buildup reflects the sun’s UV rays and robs your property of the sun’s free heat. Over time, this extra cost will add up on your energy bills. When you regularly clean your windows you can improve your office heat efficiency.

Enjoy a better view.
​Regardless of whether your view is modest or not, a clear, transparent window is always more enjoyable to look through than a filthy screen.  This is something people get judged for all the time. Those that run a business will certainly want clean windows if they want assert a professional image and impress their clients.

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