Do you have windows that are out of reach or in dire need of a good cleaning? A water hose just doesn’t have the power to clean; it merely rinses, leaving behind built-up organic matter and dirt. It’s time to bring out the big guns. Most of us have a seasonal cleaning routine that once included exterior windows. However, cleaning them becomes such a challenge that we forego that chore. Years of dirt and grime continue to build up as well as your frustration.
Why Cleaning Is Important
The unsightly appearance is the main reason to clean them. We depend on them for natural light and as a way to enjoy nature as it happens right outside our homes or businesses. How do you enjoy those things with a “foggy” film over the window? You can’t.
The buildup on the exterior glass surfaces, frame, and screens are downright dirty. Dirt, dead insects, grime, and other organic matter easily damage the glass, causing scratches. Over time, these scratches become etched into the surface of the glass, causing permanent damage. Window frames, shutters, and planter boxes also suffer as buildup compromises the integrity of the wood. Dampness becomes trapped, causing mold, mildew, and algae. Replacing a frame, as a result, can be costly and exposure to those harmful toxins puts you at risk.
When mold and mildew take hold in your exterior windows, you may be at risk of asthma or allergies. Mold releases tiny spores that easily travel into your home or business through open doors, windows, and HVAC systems. Mildew, on the other hand, has fewer health risks, but can cause allergic reactions for those with compromised immune systems.
Myrtle Beach boasts beauty and attracts many to visit and live here. However, the sand on the beaches is constantly blown about and carried inland. Storms and heavy winds are responsible for causing the sand to travel at high speeds leading to damaging surfaces, including glass. Built-up grime traps wind-blown sand. Winds cause the sand to move across the glass surface, creating pits and etching of the glass surface. In addition to sand damage, rainfall carries debris and pollutants that settle on the glass surface of windows.
Hiring A Professional vs. DIY
Grabbing a spray bottle of cleaner and a roll of paper towels is ideal for a small job. At the very best, you remove a built-up layer leaving behind untouched corners, crevices, and additional layers of built-up grime and spots. If your home or business is multi-story, you are faced with having to use a ladder or renting a power washer. Both come with risks that you may not be aware of.
Renting a pressure washer from your local box stores is an option. However, those of us who aren’t trained in applying specific washing methods, and water PSI (power per square inch) for particular materials can quickly cause costly damage to a window and the surrounding surfaces. Various surfaces, such as glass, require specific PSIs as well as cleaning solutions. The last thing you want is to replace your glass, framing, or even siding because the PSI was too high. If you don’t have a ladder, you will either need to purchase, borrow, or rent one. Climbing on a ladder while balancing a power washer is very dangerous. One mishap can land you on the ground with serious injuries.
Coast All Clean professionals are highly skilled and trained experts who are knowledgeable in applications requiring specific PSIs. Our cleaning solutions are responsible for the environment, other surfaces around the window, and your landscape. We are highly trained in getting to heights that present a challenge. Our team of window cleaning experts saves you money and time without putting you at risk.
Coast All Clean Does It All
We do so much more than clean exterior windows. We pay attention to the roof down to the foundation. If your screens require repair or replacement, we do that as well. Give us a call because we do it all, serving the greater Myrtle Beach, South Carolina area.