In a residential setting, you might feel like it’s your responsibility to do all of your own cleaning. In certain situations, such as people who have very tall windows or limited mobility issues, you might find that calling a window cleaning service is a better choice for you. Of course, these services are a great choice for just about anybody. Keeping your windows clean is a great way to let in the maximum amount of light, keep your house looking attractive, and reduce the amount of time you need to run your air conditioner or heater. Clean, clear windows also reduce the necessity to turn on your lights. So, keeping your windows clean can save you money as well as making your house look more attractive; however, if you don’t have time to do it yourself, you might hire some third party.
Be Sure to Hire Professionals
Not every professional service is created equal. There are many lower quality services that are essentially a couple of guys with a truck and some store brand cleaning spray. They don’t do anything that you couldn’t do yourself, and they may often leave your house dirtier than when you called them! They often stomp around your house with their muddy boots on, the overspray from their cleaning liquid gets on your walls and carpet, and they don’t even do a great job cleaning the windows.
That’s why it’s so important to vet your window cleaning service; pick a service that promises to put down drop cloths underneath your windows to eliminate drippage and overspray. Also, you should pick a company that commits to putting protective covers on their ladders so the ladders don’t mark up your walls and floor.
Qualifications
There are certain qualifications that can help ensure that you are getting this kind of service you’re looking for. A high-quality window cleaning service is one that has years of experience, insurance, and a quality guarantee.
Usually, you can trust a company that’s been around for decades; if they were doing a bad job or cheating their customers, the sheer amount of bad press would have sunk them by now. So, if they’ve been around since the 1980s, for example, they’re probably doing a pretty good job. Moreover, years of experience means that they’re likely excellent at their jobs. They’ve learned the different tricks and tips that ensure your windows get as clean as possible.
Lastly, you should pick a company that is insured. In the unfortunate event that something in your house is damaged or broken, they will be insured to cover those expenses. While this is obviously not something you want to happen, sometimes accidents do happen. It’s always best to choose professionals.
