How Professional Window Cleaners Handle Window Cleaning Below Freezing.
When winter temperatures plummet below freezing, many people assume outdoor chores like window cleaning must wait until spring. However, professional window cleaners have the tools, techniques, and expertise to clean windows effectively—even in freezing conditions. Here’s how they do it.
1. Specialized Cleaning Solutions
The secret to cleaning windows in freezing temperatures lies in the cleaning solution. Professional cleaners use solutions mixed with additives, such as isopropyl alcohol or windshield washer fluid, to lower the freezing point of water. This prevents the solution from freezing on the glass and allows for streak-free cleaning.
2. Temperature-Specific Techniques
Cleaning windows in winter requires understanding how materials respond to the cold. Professional window cleaners work quickly to apply the cleaning solution and squeegee it off before it can freeze. They also avoid using excessive water, which could create hazardous ice on surrounding surfaces.
3. Proper Tools for the Job
Winter window cleaning calls for specialized tools. For example, high-quality squeegees with flexible rubber blades are essential for effective cleaning on cold glass. Additionally, insulated gloves keep professionals’ hands warm while maintaining dexterity.
4. Safety Measures in Icy Conditions
Frozen ground, ladders, and slippery surfaces add challenges to winter window cleaning. Professionals use non-slip footwear, ladder stabilizers, and other safety equipment to ensure a safe and efficient cleaning process.
5. Protecting the Glass
Extreme cold can make glass more brittle and prone to cracking. Professional cleaners understand how to apply just the right amount of pressure to clean the windows without causing damage, ensuring your home or business remains intact through the winter months.
6. Benefits of Winter Window Cleaning
Keeping windows clean in winter isn’t just about aesthetics—it has practical benefits:
Better Natural Light: Clean windows allow maximum sunlight into your space, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
Prevention of Damage: Dirt, salt, and grime buildup can etch glass over time. Regular cleaning helps prevent permanent damage.
Improved Appearance: Clean windows keep your home or business looking professional year-round.
7. Trust the Pros for Winter Cleaning
While DIY cleaning in freezing temperatures can be risky, hiring professional window cleaners ensures safe, effective, and streak-free results. At TLC: Making It Easy, we’re equipped to handle winter’s challenges, so you don’t have to wait until spring for sparkling clean windows.
Ready to schedule your winter window cleaning? Contact us today to learn more!
About the Author
Logan Ditmyer has been involved in this business alongside his father, the founder of TLC, since he was 12 years old. It is his responsibility to guarantee that you, along with all our clients, receive service that embodies our core principles. These principles are trust, respect, convenience, effectiveness, and of course, Tender Loving Care. Throughout your interactions with TLC, you will witness these values reflected in every aspect of our work and communication.