Overview & Process
Clean windows change how a house feels. More light comes in, the view sharpens, and the exterior looks maintained. But streak-free glass is harder than it looks. Tap water dries with whatever minerals are in it, and that's your streak.
We use a deionized water-fed pole system for exterior glass up to 4 stories. The rinse water has zero dissolved solids, so when it dries there's nothing left to spot. For interior windows, our crew wears shoe covers, lays drop cloths, and hand-squeegees every pane. Tracks, sills, and screens get cleaned, not just the glass.
What Every Chicago Homeowner Should Know
If you live in Bridgeport, Pilsen, or any South Side neighborhood, your windows get hit with pollution and dust that bakes into the glass in summer. That white haze isn't dirt. It's calcium and silica etched into the surface. Regular cleaning keeps it from building up, but if it's been a year or more, we use a mild acid treatment to dissolve the deposits before they become permanent. The other thing Chicago homeowners ask about: pollen season. In May and June, cottonwood trees release those white fluff balls that stick to every surface. If you wash windows in May, you'll be back to square one in two weeks. Schedule exterior washing for late June or early fall for the longest-lasting clean.
What's Included
- Exterior window glass washing with pure water-fed pole technology
- Interior glass squeegee washing with drop-cloth protection
- Screen washing and frame wiping
- Window track, sill, and ledge debris cleaning
- Hard water spot treatment and spider web removal
- Skylight, transom, and French door glass cleaning
- Storm window removal, cleaning, and re-installation
- Commercial glass maintenance programs
Our 3-Step Process
Inspection & Setup
We count windows, note multi-pane or storm windows, and lay down interior protective shoe covers and floor towels.
Pure Water & Hand Wash
Exterior glass is scrubbed and rinsed with deionized water; interior glass is hand-washed with professional squeegees.
Detailing Tracks & Screens
Screens are washed with dedicated brushes, and window tracks and sills are wiped clean of bug debris and dust.
Honest & Transparent Pricing
Window washing is $8–$15 per window depending on height, access, and whether it's exterior-only or interior + exterior. A standard 15-window exterior-only package runs $175–$250. Full interior + exterior with screens and tracks: $350–$750. Call (217) 722-5379 for a quick phone quote.
Why Choose Moe Maintenance
Deionized Pure Water
Zero dissolved solids means zero spots. The glass dries clean without chemicals or squeegee marks on exterior work.
Screens, Sills & Tracks
We don't just clean the glass. Screens are brushed, sills are wiped, and tracks are vacuumed. The full frame, not just the pane.
Interior Respect
Shoe covers, drop cloths, and hand squeegees inside. No drips on floors, no dirty footprints on carpets.
No Need to Be Home
For exterior-only jobs, just unlock the gates and leave the water spigot accessible. We handle the rest.
Window Washing Across Chicago's South Side
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Recurring Commercial Storefront Contracts
We handle recurring window washing for retail glass, restaurant frontage, awnings, and office common areas across Chinatown, Pilsen, the South Loop, and the West Loop. Foot traffic means fingerprints, smudges, and grime build up fast. We schedule weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly visits so your storefront always looks sharp. One flat monthly rate, no per-visit invoicing. We work before opening hours so your customers never see us.
Service FAQs
What is pure water window cleaning?
We run tap water through a deionization filter that removes all dissolved minerals. When applied with a soft-bristle water-fed brush, the glass dries completely spot-free. No chemical residue, no squeegee streaks.
Do you clean window screens and sills?
Yes. Every standard service includes wiping sills, removing cobwebs, and brushing or washing window screens. Tracks are vacuumed and wiped.
Do I need to be home for exterior window washing?
No. As long as gates are unlocked and an exterior water spigot is accessible, we can perform exterior window washing while you're at work. Interior work requires someone home.
How often should windows be washed?
Most Chicago homeowners schedule exterior window washing twice a year (spring and fall) and full interior + exterior once a year. Properties near the lakefront may need more frequent cleaning due to mineral spray.