Professional window cleaning tools and tips
Window cleaning tools can range from very inexpensive to the latest in window cleaning technology. Questions about how to clean windows, what’s your magic soap, come up often and it’s cleaning ability. Not all soap is the same, nor will all soaps keep the glass clean for the same length of time. I am sure most consumers have received window cleaning bids all over the map. There are many reasons for different prices; quality of workmanship, appearance, vehicle, proposals, guarantees, insurance, and materials just to name a few. Many window cleaners use dish soap to clean windows, it’s cheap and gets the glass clean for a while. Soap leaves a film behind on the glass that does attract dirt, pollen, and dust. Dish soap usually streaks the easiest, so if you are looking for how to clean windows without streaking and you are using dish soap, clean on cloudy days would be my first tip. Usually the quickest way for windows to get dirty again. Minimal investment of Investment $50-$100 to give you a few basic tools to get started.
Professional window cleaning soap
Let’s talk about commercial grade window cleaning soap, it’s more expensive, it’s not usually locally available and requires a bit of planning so you don’t run out. It keeps the glass wet longer for easier cleaning on days where heat and sun may be a factor. It puts a shine onto the glass that is noticeably different than regular dish soap. Products such as Glass Gleam 4 or Glass Gleam 3 works well, it’s consistent and leaves a great shine on the glass. Still leaves a residue on the glass to attract dirt, pollen and dust. Investment $20-$30 for a gallon jug of soap.
Water Fed Pole Window Cleaning Technology
When window cleaning with deionized water, it uses no soap, but the water is so pure there are actual bubbles that grab the dirt and remove it from the glass and assist with agitation. The glass is left clean, streak-free and shiny. It is widely used and the US in Europe for window cleaning professionals. Window cleaning with deionized water will keep your glass cleaner longer than any other method. The reason is there is no soap residue left on the glass to attract dirt. There is a learning curve to clean glass this way, and it is possible for the first couple cleanings while the excess soap is being cleaned out of your frames you may get a bit of spotting. However this is not the norm. Customers also get the benefit of having the frames and tracks cleaned and flushed with water. Each time window cleaning is cleaned, everything else is cleaned as well. This method requires the most investment. Investment $1000-$3500 or more.
Professional window cleaning appearance
Does your window cleaner drive a car with a ladder strapped on the top, a old truck with a magnetic sign? Window Cleaning companies that drive a dedicated company vehicle not only show they care about their image. But, that they want to show you that they are dedicated professionals who want you to notice they care about their image. While were on the subject of window cleaning professionals make sure you hire one. A true professional stands behind their work 100% and does not ask for you to leave a check under the mat. What good does it do to pay for a service before you can inspect the work? Does your window cleaner wear company clothing? Do they carry insurance, insurance for their employees, business insurance and licensing? All of these things cost money. On average you should expect your window cleaning prices to rise 10% percent each year. Successful window cleaning companies have costs that also rise each year and for the relationship to continue benefit both parties the homeowner needs to understand this.
Professional window cleaning guarantee
Have you ever hired a window cleaning company and paid for a service before inspecting the work? Trying to get a hold of them to get back there and fix the problem is next to impossible after they have been paid. Some Portland window cleaning companies aren’t interested in your money, not yet, not until you are completely satisfied with our work. That’s right, if you are not happy with our service you won’t pay, not even a penny! Have you ever heard of a company offer such a “risk free” guarantee? I didn’t think so. But if you do, let me know about it and we can talk about it over coffee. My treat. All of these factors and more are part of a normal professional window cleaning companies daily costs. To provide quality window cleaning it simply costs money for the companies to grow and stay profitable each year.
Professional window cleaning
