One of the most common questions from new customers is: "When is the best time of year to get my windows cleaned?" It is a reasonable question, but the honest answer might surprise you.
The short answer: there is no single best time
Windows get dirty year-round — not seasonally. Rain, road spray, pollen, bird droppings, and general atmospheric dust accumulate regardless of the season. If you only clean once a year, you will have dirty windows for most of it.
The case for regular scheduled cleaning
The most effective approach is a regular schedule — typically every four to eight weeks. This keeps windows consistently clean rather than cycling between very dirty and briefly clean. It also means you are always getting good value from each visit, because the cleaner is maintaining rather than restoring.
Spring: a popular choice
Spring is the most popular time for a one-off clean. Properties come out of winter with salt spray, grime, and algae growth on frames and sills, and a fresh clean before summer makes a real difference. If you only clean once a year, spring is a sensible choice.
Autumn: the practical choice
For gutters especially, late autumn after leaf fall is the best time. But for windows, autumn cleans often feel futile to homeowners because winter weather quickly brings new soiling. This perception is understandable but not quite accurate — clean windows are easier to maintain than dirty ones, and the improved natural light in winter is particularly valuable.
Winter: yes, we do clean in winter
A common misconception is that window cleaning stops in winter. It does not. Pure water dries quickly even in cool temperatures, and keeping windows clean through the short winter days is one of the best ways to maximise natural light in your home.
The real answer
Book a regular schedule and stop thinking about timing. Let us handle it — and your windows will be clean all year round.