Window Cleaning Tips: How to Get Streak-Free Windows Every Time

Nothing makes a home look better than sparkling clean windows. But streaks and smears can be frustrating. Here are professional tips for perfect windows.

The Professional Window Cleaning Method

1. Choose the Right Day: Avoid cleaning in direct sunlight - it causes cleaning solution to dry too fast, leaving streaks
2. Use the Right Solution: Mix 1 part white vinegar to 10 parts warm water. Skip the expensive window cleaners
3. Start with the Frame: Clean the frame and sill first to prevent dirty water dripping onto clean glass
4. Use a Squeegee: Professional cleaners always use a squeegee. Work from top to bottom in an S-pattern
5. Buff with Newspaper: For a final polish, crumpled newspaper works better than paper towels

Common Mistakes

• Using too much cleaning product (causes film buildup)
• Cleaning on sunny days (causes streaking)
• Using dirty cloths or sponges
• Forgetting to clean the tracks and frames

When to Hire a Professional

Upper floor windows, hard to reach areas, and post-construction window cleaning should be left to insured professionals with proper equipment.