4 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Windows

What might seem like just another item on your spring cleaning checklist is, in reality, a task that demands far more attention than you’d expect. In fact, according to the National Register on Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia, window cleaning ranks among the most challenging jobs in the world—thanks to its physical demands and associated risks.

“Owning property is typically the most precious asset most of us will ever experience in our lives. Because of this, it’s essential to carefully assess everything, including the doors and windows, and make sure that maintaining the property’s aesthetic appeal would be beneficial to the owners,” says Harrison Hamblin of Habitat Inspection—one of the most trusted property inspectors in Australia.

Windows are harder to clean than they appear. In many cases, we also clean them incorrectly. From tackling stubborn grime to ensuring streak-free clarity, properly cleaning windows takes more than just a quick wipe. Here’s a few pointers on how to do it right.

1. Not Removing Dirt Before Cleaning

Window cleaning professionals identified that one major mistake in cleaning the basement to the high-rise window is failing to remove the dust and debris from windows before cleaning them. If you go in head first with a damp cloth and a splash of cleaning product, what you’re actually doing is wetting the dirt and shifting it around your window. This strategy will contaminate more clothes, require more product, and take far longer to perfect than it should. We recommend using a brush or a dry towel as your first line of defense. Once you have removed the dirt, then go in with the big guns (a high performing window cleaning cloth and spray bottle) to get the perfect clean.

2. Using Cheap Or Dirty Cleaning Supplies

Using the wrong tools and materials almost always leads to disappointing results. Low-quality or inappropriate cleaning supplies can leave windows streaky and dull. Even worse, reusing dirty cloths without properly washing them can cause stubborn smudges that are nearly impossible to remove. For a crystal-clear finish, always use clean, high-quality tools—and don’t cut corners on your cloths.

3. Using Excessive Spray

It is easy to get carried away and use too much spray when cleaning windows. However, this may be to your disadvantage when cleaning windows. Oversaturating the glass can lead to streaks, slow down the drying process, and make it harder to see what you’re doing. Instead, less is more—apply just enough solution to loosen dirt without soaking the surface. And don’t skip the prep: always wipe down the window first to remove loose dust and debris. This helps prevent tiny particles from getting trapped in your cleaning solution and causing smears or scratches.

4. Hiring A Non-professional To Do The Job

Thanks to modern tools, equipment, and improved safety standards, window cleaning isn’t as difficult or dangerous as it once was. However, it’s still not a task to take lightly—hiring an untrained or non-professional cleaner can be risky and potentially unsafe. Choose a reputable, licensed residential/domestic cleaning service to aid you.

Your Windows Are In For A Treat With Epic Cleaning Services

One of the most often requested services by businesses and households is window cleaning. And the best option is to hire a professional cleaner who guarantees customer satisfaction. 

Epic Cleaning Services offers expert business cleaning services. We are proud of the team of talented and motivated cleaners we employ. We offer various cleaning services, ranging from one-time jobs to comprehensive house cleaning, and we use the most effective innovative cleaning approach to deliver outstanding results.

Visit our website and complete the contact form, or email us at admin@epiccleaning.co.nz for more information if you have any queries or want to use our services.