Key takeaways
- Storefront and entry glass are often cleaned weekly or monthly. Exterior windows on larger buildings might be quarterly or twice a year.
- Work at height requires trained crews and proper fall protection.
- Cost depends on number of panes, height, access, frequency and condition.
Windows shape the first impression of a building, and in Florida they face salt, humidity, pollen and sun.
Interior versus exterior
- Interior glass and partitions: usually part of regular cleaning, weekly or as needed. Entry doors are often daily.
- Exterior windows: typically a separate service by a window cleaning contractor.
How often
| Location | Typical frequency |
|---|---|
| Entry doors and storefront glass | Daily to weekly |
| Ground-floor exterior windows | Monthly to quarterly |
| Upper-floor windows | Quarterly to twice a year |
| Heavily exposed or coastal buildings | Often more frequently |
These are planning ranges. Your brand image, the surroundings and landlord rules matter.
Safety and standards
Cleaning windows above ground level involves fall risk. Crews should be trained and equipped, and the work should follow OSHA's rules on walking-working surfaces and fall protection, along with any local requirements. Ask for certificates of insurance and proof of training. Tall buildings often use specialized access such as lifts, swing stages or rope access, which require specific training.
What drives cost
- Number and size of panes
- Height and access method
- Frequency and condition
- Screens, tracks and sills
- Hard water or mineral deposits
- Access restrictions and scheduling
A pricing method is often per pane or per hour. Ask for what is included, such as frames and screens.
What to ask a vendor
- How do you access the upper floors, and what is your fall protection process?
- What does the price include?
- How do you protect landscaping and surfaces?
- How do you handle weather delays?
- Can you provide a certificate of insurance?
Honest note: A Bright Rose focuses on interior commercial cleaning. If you need exterior or high-rise work, we recommend a specialized window contractor, and we can coordinate scheduling with them.
Related: what's included in commercial cleaning services.