Window Cleaning

Streak-free, crystal-clear window cleaning that lets the light back into your home or business — inside and out.

Overview

What Is Window Cleaning?

Clean windows do something no other home improvement can: they make every room feel brighter, bigger, and more open — instantly. But in North Carolina and South Carolina, keeping windows clean is a constant battle. Spring brings a thick yellow layer of pine pollen that coats every horizontal surface. Summer means humidity, dust, and pop-up thunderstorms that leave hard water spots. Irrigation systems hit windows with mineral-laden water that etches glass over time. And spider webs, bird droppings, and road grime add their own layers throughout the year.

Professional window cleaning isn't just about a squeegee and some soapy water. It's about the right technique — a professional-grade squeegee pulled in clean, overlapping passes — combined with the right solution for the type of soil, the right tools for screens and tracks, and the right process for hard water and mineral deposits that have bonded to the glass. We clean the whole window system: the glass, the frame, the tracks, and the screens — not just the visible surface.

For homeowners and businesses across the Carolinas, regular professional window cleaning protects your investment. Hard water and mineral buildup, if left too long, can actually etch the glass permanently — no amount of cleaning will fix it after that point. Regular cleaning keeps the glass clear, extends the life of your windows, and makes your home or business look cared for from the inside out.

Why It Matters

Streak-Free Shine

Professional squeegee technique and the right solution deliver a flawless, streak-free finish you can't get with spray cleaners and paper towels.

Removes Hard Water

We tackle hard water spots, mineral buildup, and irrigation overspray that can permanently etch glass if left too long.

Cleans Screens & Frames

We clean screens, tracks, frames, and sills — not just the glass — for a complete result you'll see and feel.

Improves Natural Light

Clean windows let in measurably more light, brightening every room and making your whole home feel more open and welcoming.

Protects Glass

Removing corrosive mineral buildup and hard water deposits helps extend the life and clarity of your windows.

Interior & Exterior

Full-service cleaning inside and out for a complete, crystal-clear result — not just the side visible from the street.

Our Process

How We Get It Done

A proven, step-by-step approach that protects your property and delivers spotless results — every time.

Assess & Prep

We assess each window, note any damaged seals or screens, and prep the area — moving furniture, laying drop cloths, and protecting floors inside.

Clean Screens & Tracks

We remove and clean screens separately, vacuum and wipe out tracks and sills, and brush frames — the parts most people skip.

Scrub the Glass

We scrub the glass with a professional-grade solution and applicator, agitating dirt, pollen, and grime without scratching the surface.

Squeegee

A professional squeegee is pulled in clean, overlapping passes — the technique that leaves a streak-free finish every time, with no residue.

Detail Edges

We detail the edges and corners with a lint-free cloth, wipe down the frame, and catch any water that crept behind the sash.

Inspect

We inspect every pane from multiple angles and in natural light to catch any streaks or spots — and fix them on the spot before we move on.

Surfaces & Materials

Surfaces We Clean Safely

We match the method and pressure to the surface — protecting your property while delivering a deep, lasting clean.

Safe For

Standard single and double-pane windows
Picture windows and large fixed glass
Sliding glass doors and patio doors
Window screens (removable and fixed)
Window tracks, sills, and frames (vinyl, aluminum, wood)
French panes and divided-light windows

Clean With Care

Tinted windows — we use a solution that won't degrade the tint film
Older single-pane windows with fragile glazing — we clean gently to avoid disturbing the putty
Windows with known seal failures or fogging between panes — cleaning won't fix the seal, but we'll flag it
Leaded or stained glass — we use a gentler method to protect the came and solder
Skylights — we clean from a ladder or with a water-fed pole, never by walking on the glass

Signs You Need This

Time to Call Gates?

If you've noticed any of these around your property, it's probably time to schedule a cleaning.

A hazy or cloudy film on your windows that won't come off with glass cleaner

White or grey hard water spots, especially on windows hit by sprinklers

A thick yellow layer of pollen coating sills and glass in spring

Visible dirt, dust, or cobwebs in corners and along the frame

Your home feels darker than it used to, even on sunny days

Fingerprints, smudges, or pet nose prints on sliding glass doors

You're hosting an event, listing your home, or expecting guests

It's been more than 6 months since your last professional cleaning

How Often Should You Schedule This?

For most homes across the Carolinas, we recommend professional window cleaning twice a year — once in late spring after pollen season winds down, and once in fall before the holidays. Properties near busy roads, construction sites, or with heavy irrigation overspray may benefit from quarterly cleaning. Businesses and storefronts typically need monthly or quarterly cleaning to maintain a professional appearance. If you have hard water hitting your windows from sprinklers, don\'t wait — mineral deposits can etch glass permanently within months.