Tips for Removing & Preventing Hard Water Stains on Windows

You as a Property Manager know how frustrating it can be to deal with hard water stains on the buildings windows. Brokers calling when they are touring properties and unhappy tenants. Not only are they difficult to remove, but they can also be costly! In this blog post, we will discuss tips for removing and preventing hard water stains on windows. We will also provide information on the best methods for restoration. Keep reading to learn more!

One of the best ways to prevent hard water stains from occurring is to increase the frequency of your window cleaning. To maintain clear windows, Kevco recommends completing the exterior 3X-4X Annually. On a new building, this can be highly effective. However, if you have an old building where the glass has not been properly maintained, this may not work. Another method we have had success with is the application of a glass surface protectant such as 3 Star Barrier. Depending on the conditions this solution can last up to six months.

If you have an older building where staining is persistent throughout, don’t worry. You are not out of luck!

There are many means and methods to remove hard water stains from your building’s windows. One method is to use a scrub pad to create an abrasion on the glass. For more difficult hard water stains, we use an environmentally friendly non-acid compound on the glass. Typically, these are applied with a scrub pad or for very difficult areas a polisher could be used.

We hope that these tips will help you in understanding some actions to take for your property’s window stains. Kevco is here to be your consultant on any of these projects. If you need assistance with restoration, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be more than happy to come to your building and further investigate with you!