Posts Categorized: Window Cleaning

Replacing Your Windows? Here’s What You Need to Consider

The average three-bedroom house has eight to fourteen windows, which, if maintained properly, should have a lifespan of approximately fifteen to thirty years. When homeowners find themselves looking at window replacement— it’s not an easy decision, and it’s important to consider multiple factors. Top Reasons to Replace Windows A crack that splinters the glass or… Read more »

Accidents Happen: Why Childproofing Windows Is Critical

2,200 children die every year from an injury in the home, reports SafeKids Worldwide. The same report reveals that more than 3,300 kids, ages five and younger, are injured every year from falling out of a window, and on average, eight kids die from window falls. While accidents can happen, many are preventable. United Window… Read more »

Spring Cleaning for Crystal Clear Windows

Spring has fully sprung! With it comes ideal days for planting that garden, long walks with your canine companions, and even tackling those domestic chores that spring up seasonally—like window cleaning. We’ve got a few top tips for crystal-clear windows when it’s spring-cleaning time. Assemble Your Cleaning Supplies For any type of spring cleaning, it’s… Read more »

Window Cleaning Tips From the Pros

Window cleaning, when done right, can help add value to your home. Clean windows improve curb appeal, allow for natural light to enter the home, and even help protect its energy efficiency. Keeping dirt and grime off windows helps reduce scratches and can help keep Low-E coating working properly. Depending on the size of your… Read more »

What You Need to Know for High-Rise Window Cleaning

According to the International Building Code, (IBC) a high-rise is a building with an occupied floor that’s 75 feet or higher above the lowest level of fire department access. On average, a five-story building is 75 feet or higher and would be considered a high-rise. However, story height can and does vary depending on the… Read more »

Why Is Professional Window Cleaning Beneficial?

The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai has more than 24,000 windows—that’s four times as many as the Empire State Building in New York. It takes 120 window cleaners three months to wash the windows of the Burj Khalifa. While the average home has eight to ten windows, significantly less than… Read more »

How to Safely Clean Tinted Windows

Tinted windows can offer several benefits for your home. From increasing privacy levels to blocking out damaging UV rays, tinted windows are more than just a decorative choice for your home. Depending on the type of tint chosen, the material may even help reduce home energy costs. However, when it comes to cleaning windows that… Read more »

4 Common Window Cleaning Challenges and How To Deal With Them

Most homeowners rely on professionals to handle the big stuff. From gutter and window cleaning to HVAC check-ups, chimney sweeping, and lawn treatments to keep the weeds away, it’s easier and more time-efficient to let the pros get it done. But sometimes our homes need sprucing up in between, especially windows because dirt and dust… Read more »

History of Glass Windows Throughout the Years

Glass windows are an essential design element to a home and the average house has eight. It’s hard to imagine a house without windows. The ability to look out of clear glass and enjoy a view is something we often take for granted. Need a bit of fresh air? No problem, just crack open the… Read more »