This guide covers everything you need to know, from the DIY approach to hiring experts, how often to clean your windows, and best practices to keep them looking spotless.

Before you grab your spray bottle and rag, take a sec to perfect your technique. Knowing how to clean outside windows means being able to identify (and overcome) potential challenges like ...

A dish soap solution makes a powerful DIY window cleaner that cuts through grime without leaving streaks. Avoid cleaning windows in direct sunlight and be sure to use clean tools to avoid streaks.

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Clean hard-to-reach outside windows with extension poles, magnetic cleaners, or garden hoses. Always work from the top down using steady horizontal motions to prevent streaks. Regular cleaning and ...

Cleaning the outside of your windows can be a fairly easy job, provided you can actually reach them—just grab a hose and a squeegee and rinse and wipe the glass. But cleaning your windows inside and ...

Nothing says “dreary” like dirty windows. They obstruct the outside view, restrict sunlight and give an unkempt appearance to even the prettiest of houses. But nothing says “work!” quite like cleaning ...

Cleaning windows with a homemade vinegar wash is easy and effective. Add dish soap for tougher jobs and use microfiber towels ...

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Is your home looking dingier than normal these days? It could be time to clean your outside windows. While the process requires more time and effort than cleaning your inside windows, that doesn't ...