Techniques for Maintaining Clean Office Windows Year-Round

Clean windows let in an abundance of natural light, full-spectrum illumination generated by the sun. Natural light creates a welcoming atmosphere, increases employee productivity, boosts health, reduces energy consumption/electricity bills, increases workers’ energy levels, prevents the growth of mould/mildew and improves employee workplace satisfaction. Who knew clean windows were so powerful? To ensure office windows are clean at all times, it’s important to invest in a commercial maintenance package that includes window cleaning. A quality commercial cleaning company has procedures that help keep your windows clean year-round. Following are some of the techniques commercial cleaners utilize: 

• The right tools: Professional commercial cleaners have various sizes of squeegees (cleaning implements with a rubber blade on a handle) that meet all window washing situations. They utilize cleaning cloths/natural sponges that don’t leave behind lint and/or smudges. For higher windows, they may use an extendable pole or a ladder. Some professionals also use a water-fed pole to clean hard-to-reach windows. The right tools ensure that the job is done thoroughly.

• The right solution: The window cleaning solution used by commercial cleaners is often composed of a mild dishwashing detergent, ethanol/isopropyl alcohol and distilled water. The soap creates foam for gliding and breaks up grease and dirt on the glass. The distilled water eliminates water spots while the alcohol helps the windows dry faster. 

• The right technique: As window frames and sills get just as dirty as the windows, commercial cleaners dust the windows and frames to remove cobwebs and/or loose dirt. They wet the window with the solution, then use a squeegee, utilizing long overlapping strokes. A natural sponge is used to wipe the blade after each stroke. A lint-free cloth is used to remove water caught under the rubber gaskets.  

• The right timing: To ensure a good first impression, a professional commercial cleaner will clean the windows of office entrance doors daily. A full window cleaning (inside and out) is often undertaken every two to three months, though every office space is different and every business has its own unique set of needs. The exact schedule for your office window cleaning depends upon:

• Foot Traffic: Your commercial cleaner will take into account the number of employees present each day as well as the number of customers that visit your facility. 

• Location: If your facility is close to a highway or on a busy street, your windows will likely need more frequent cleaning. An area that has a high level of pollen may require exterior windows to be more regularly cleaned.

• Weather: In rainy or snowy climates, commercial cleaners will undertake window washing more frequently to remove the dirt and mineral deposits left by water.

• Landscaping: If your building is surrounded by dirt fields, is near trees that drip sap or is alongside a parking lot, debris in the air may necessitate more frequent cleaning.

• Structure: Certain features (inset windows, etched or sandblasted glass) may collect dust and grime and require more frequent cleanings.

Professional commercial cleaners know the best ways and times to clean windows! Using the proper tools, cleaning solutions and techniques, they’ll ensure your windows are clean and your office space is flooded with natural light. Consider hiring a commercial cleaner for all your business’ cleaning needs. 

Looking for a thorough and efficient commercial cleaning company for your office space? Need a commercial cleaner that is experienced in window cleaning? Call Strathcona Cleaners Ltd at 403-237-8355 or email us at info@strathconacleaners.com. Our Calgary-based business provides janitorial services to an array of industries. We custom-tailor our cleaning and maintenance plans to suit your specific needs. You can even choose non-toxic products and eco-friendly equipment. Depend on us for quality janitorial and office cleaning. Contact us today!