How Often Should High-Rise Windows Be Cleaned?
Regular cleaning is essential to protecting the appearance and longevity of your windows. In this blog, we’ll explore general cleaning recommendations for high-rise windows, factors that affect window cleaning frequency, benefits of regular high-rise window cleaning, and what to expect when you choose KEVCO Building Services for professional window cleaning.
General Cleaning Recommendations for High-Rise Windows
We recommend having your high-rise windows professionally cleaned at least twice a year. However, some businesses choose to have their windows cleaned as often as once a month to keep their windows pristine.
Factors That Affect Window Cleaning Frequency
When deciding on the best commercial window cleaning schedule, three primary factors that need to be taken into consideration are the level of your windows, your surroundings, and your internal environment.
For example, the amount of foot traffic the building receives and activities like cooking, smoking, and industrial work inside the building contribute to the condition of a skyscraper’s windows. If the building is home to a clean, nonsmoking office environment, it likely needs to be cleaned less frequently.
If your building is near trees or a body of water, it can be exposed to smog, bird droppings, and other debris, causing a need for regular cleaning. Contaminants, including saltwater spray, minerals, and other air pollutants, wear down the glass, leading to etching and cracks.
Benefits of Regular High-Rise Window Cleaning
There are many benefits to cleaning high-rise windows regularly, including:
- Enhanced aesthetics and curb appeal: Clean windows dramatically boost the appearance of a high-rise building, projecting a professional and well-maintained image.
- Improved natural light and views: Dirty windows obstruct natural light. Regular window cleaning allows maximum sunlight to enter, creating a brighter and more pleasant environment
- Health and safety: Accumulated dirt, grime, and pollutants on windows can affect indoor air quality. Cleaning removes these contaminants, contributing to a healthier environment.
- Building maintenance and longevity: Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of corrosive elements that can damage glass and frames over time, prolonging the life of the windows and reducing the need for costly repairs or replacements.
- Energy efficiency: More light penetrates through clean windows, reducing the need for artificial lighting and potentially lowering energy consumption.
- Positive impact on occupants and businesses: A well-maintained building exterior can project a professional image, enhance brand reputation, and boost employee productivity and morale by creating a more pleasant and inviting workspace.
Professional vs. DIY Window Cleaning
While DIY cleaning can keep small areas manageable between cleanings, hiring a professional is recommended due to safety concerns, specialized equipment needs, and time efficiency. Professionals ensure the work is done to a higher standard, minimizing risks and potential damage. When you trust KEVCO for your high-rise window cleaning, you can expect:
- Safe, efficient, and effective solutions: Professionals have experience, extensive training, and top-quality tools. That means we perform your cleaning service efficiently with minimal disruption and lasting results.
- Protection for your windows and glass: Professional cleaning services help remove hard water, acidity, and dirt and grime that can wear out and impact the quality of your windows. We also provide glass restoration, which extends the life of your window and is more affordable than replacement.
- Early warnings and prevention: As professionals, it’s our job to watch the details, meaning if we spot an issue with your windows, we will let you know.
Why Choose Us?
KEVCO Building Services has been a trusted maintenance and window cleaning service provider in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, for over three decades. Our team is expertly trained, equipped with top-of-the-line tools, and committed to bringing the best in commercial window cleaning, whether for an office, government, hospital, or apartment building. It’s our mission to provide excellence in exterior maintenance by building relationships with every customer with honesty, integrity, and expertise.
Contact us today to schedule professional window cleaning in the DMV area.
