Tips You Need to Know to Clean Unreachable Windows

You fell in love with the vaulted ceilings, the unreachable windows, and the way the natural light beams into the home. Having natural light is breathtaking and great for your health, yet you need to have clean windows for that natural light to shine through. 

So how are you supposed to clean those beautiful unreachable windows from the inside safely, cause no one wants nor needs a visit to the emergency room from trying to stretch from the second or third floor in order to reach those windows.

5 Steps to Safely Clean Unreachable Inside Windows

1. Gather Your Supplies (Make Life Easier)

First, you will want to get all your supplies together. It will make your life a little easier if all the supplies are easily accessible while you are tackling the unreachable windows. 

Supplies should include a telescoping pole with a sponge and squeegee, a duster, a microfiber towel, towels or a drop cloth, a bucket, and some ammonia-free window solution for streak-free windows.

2. Choose the Right Day (Cloudy is Best)

Next, you will want to make sure it is a cloudy day, not a sunny day, for a couple of reasons. Washing the windows on a cloudy day, you won’t be blinded by the sun’s rays. 

Most importantly, it will make it easier for you to clean instead of trying to beat the heat from the sun drying your solution before you could squeegee.

According to Consumer Reports, the sun could also cause a film to be left behind from the solution drying quickly.

3. Set the Stage (Protect Your Floors)

After collecting all your supplies, now you need to set the stage. Lay out the towels or drop cloth in order to catch any drippings from the sponge or squeegee, saving your floor. Assemble the telescoping pole and pour your solution into your bucket.

4. Dust First (Prevent Scratches and Ensure Cleanliness)

Before you start dipping the sponge in, it is best to dust the window first. Why, you ask? Well, it helps to keep from scratching your windows from the dust particles, and it helps ensure a clean window. Think of it this way: you wouldn’t mop your floor before sweeping it, would you?

5. Scrub, Squeegee, and Repeat (One Window at a Time)

Now you’re ready to start. It is best to do one window at a time to keep the streaks away. Dip your sponge into the bucket and in an ‘S’ formation scrub the window. 

According to Reader’s Digest, the swivel method or ‘S’ formation helps to clean more space with less effort and product. 

Once you have scrubbed the window, use the squeegee part using the same ‘S’ formation. In between swipes with the squeegee, use the microfiber towel to wipe the squeegee blade clean.

The microfiber towel will keep any lint away from your freshly clean windows. 

Repeat the dipping, scrubbing, and squeegeeing process for each window.

How often should you clean the windows depends on where those windows are located inside your home. This Old House suggests cleaning them every six months.

Final Thoughts

Cleaning those hard-to-reach windows doesn't have to be a dangerous or daunting task. By gathering the right supplies, choosing the right day, and following these simple steps, you can safely achieve sparkling clean windows and enjoy the beautiful natural light in your home. 

However, if cleaning high windows still feels overwhelming or unsafe, consider contacting a professional cleaning service. 

If you are in the East Valley Cities of Arizona, Distinguished Manor House Cleaning can safely and efficiently clean those unreachable windows for you, so you can relax and enjoy the view. Contact us today for a free quote!