Everything You Need To Know About Window Cleaning
Crystal-Clear Windows for Homes & Businesses Right Here in Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert & Beyond
Are your windows covered in dust, hard water stains, or streaks? At Partners in Grime, we provide top-tier residential and commercial window cleaning throughout the Greater Phoenix Metro area, including Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Apache Junction and beyond.
With Arizona’s dusty climate, monsoon season, and hard water buildup, keeping your windows clean is a challenge—but we make it easy! Our expert team ensures a streak-free shine every time, so you can enjoy clear views and more natural light in your home or business.
Why Choose Partners in Grime?
We’re not just another window cleaning company—we’re your local, professional, and reliable window care experts. Here’s why customers in Phoenix and the surrounding cities love us:
✅ Local & Experienced – Based in Phoenix, we understand the unique challenges Arizona weather brings, from dust storms to scorching sun exposure.
✅ Eco-Friendly & Safe – We use biodegradable, pet-friendly, and non-toxic cleaning solutions that are safe for your home, office, and the environment.
✅ Affordable & Upfront Pricing – We offer competitive rates with no hidden fees—just honest, transparent pricing.
✅ Satisfaction Guaranteed – Not happy? We’ll come back and make it right—100% guaranteed.
✅ Fast & Efficient – We respect your time, providing quick and thorough service without compromising on quality.
Our Window Cleaning Services
At Partners in Grime, we do more than just clean glass—we provide a complete window care solution that keeps your property looking its best year-round.
🏠 Residential Window Cleaning
Your home deserves spotless, streak-free windows! Whether you’re preparing for a special occasion, selling your home, or just want a clearer view, our residential window cleaning service is perfect for:
Single-family homes
Apartments & condos
Vacation rentals & Airbnb properties
Luxury homes & estates
We clean interior & exterior windows, removing dust, pollen, fingerprints, and hard water stains.
🏢 Commercial Window Cleaning
A clean storefront or office makes a great first impression! Our commercial window cleaning services keep businesses looking professional and inviting. We serve:
Retail stores & boutiques
Restaurants & cafés
Office buildings & coworking spaces
Medical offices & dental clinics
Apartment complexes & HOA-managed properties
We offer one-time cleanings or scheduled maintenance plans to keep your business shining all year long.
💧 Hard Water Stain Removal
Phoenix’s hard water leaves behind stubborn calcium and mineral deposits on glass. These stains can be tough to remove, but our specialized cleaning techniques restore clarity to your windows without damage.
🖼️ Screen & Track Cleaning
What’s the point of having clean windows if your screens and tracks are full of dust? We clean:
Window tracks & frames
Window screens (dust & pollen removal)
Sliding glass door tracks
☀️ Solar Panel Cleaning
Did you know dirty solar panels can lose up to 30% efficiency? Our solar panel cleaning service removes dust and debris to keep your energy output high. Click Here for Solar Panel Cleaning Info!
Serving the Entire Phoenix Metro Area
Our team proudly serves residential and commercial clients throughout:
📍 Mesa – Historic homes, new developments, and everything in between!
📍 Chandler – Fast-growing city with thriving businesses and communities.
📍 Gilbert – Suburban charm with plenty of windows that need cleaning!
📍 Tempe – From student apartments to office buildings, we handle it all.
📍 Scottsdale – Luxury homes and high-end businesses deserve sparkling windows.
📍 Phoenix – Whether downtown or suburban, we’ll get your windows spotless.
📍 Queen Creek, Apache Junction & San Tan Valley – Growing communities that love clean views.
📍 Fountain Hills – Beautiful desert landscapes deserve streak-free windows!
No matter where you are in the Phoenix area, we come to you!
What Our Customers Say ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💬 "Partners in Grime is the solution for all this AZ dust! Jamison is prompt, professional, and does right by his clients with thorough, timely work, and fair prices. But more than that, he is a friendly and genuine person to do business with. It's hard to find people with the level of care and attention to detail like he has, which to me puts him above and beyond in every category. 10/10 recommend!" – Jackie K., Phoenix
💬 "Our office windows hadn’t been cleaned in years, and these guys made them look brand new. Highly recommend!" – Ron M., Chandler
💬 "I’ve tried DIY cleaning, but nothing compares to the quality Partners in Grime delivers. Best window cleaners in Phoenix!" – Sarah T., Gilbert
Get a Free Quote & Book Your Window Cleaning Today!
Say goodbye to dirty, streaky windows and hello to a clearer, brighter view!
📞 Call or Text: (623) 202-3486
✨ Let the sunshine in with spotless windows—schedule your cleaning today! ✨
Interior & Exterior Window Cleaning
Revitalize your space with our expert exterior window cleaning service. Our skilled team restores clarity to your windows, banishing dirt and streaks for a spotless finish. Using eco-friendly solutions and precision techniques, we ensure a pristine exterior, amplifying your property's appeal with sparkling, streak-free windows that let natural light shine through. We are capable of cleaning windows up to 8 stories in height.
Benefits of Window Cleaning
Having window cleaning performed regularly boasts many benefits. Here is a brief summary of the benefits:
Improved 1st Impressions: Clear, spotless windows contribute to a positive first impression for visitors, clients, and potential customers. A well-maintained exterior, including clean windows, contributes to overall customer and employee satisfaction by creating a pleasant and welcoming environment. This presenting a professional and well-maintained image of the company or home. Clean and well-maintained windows reflect positively on a company’s brand, showcasing attention to detail, care for appearance and professionalism boosting brand image.
Increased Natural Light & Better Views: Clean windows transmit more natural light into the workspace or home, creating a brighter and more inviting atmosphere. Employees and clients can enjoy unobstructed views through clean windows, promoting a pleasant work environment.
Boosted Customer Trust & Employee Morale: A clean and well-maintained workplace fosters a more positive environment, boosting employee satisfaction and productivity. Taking pride in the facilities can contribute increased customer trust and employee moral.
Prevention of Corrosion & Damage: Regular cleaning helps prevent corrosive substances from accumulating on window surfaces, protecting the window materials.
Reduced Future Window Cleaning Cost: Keeping up on window cleanings makes future cleanings faster and as a result less expensive.
Maintained Window Functionality: Regular cleaning can prevent obstructions or buildup that may impede window functionality, such as opening and closing.
Regular window cleaning can offer numerous advantages for businesses, from aesthetics to functionality and safety, making it a worthwhile investment for maintaining a pristine and professional appearance.
Our Window Cleaning Methods
1. The Traditional Window Cleaning Method
Often to referred to as “Trad” in the industry, Traditional cleaning methods are highly effective in safety cleaning window both indoors and out.
Equipment used with the traditional window cleaning method:
Traditional squeegees, Mops and solution buckets
Cleaning towels for drying, buffing and detailing
Extension poles which reach up to 2 stories
Scrubbing pads of the Walnut and ultra-fine steel wool variety
Precision razors for safety scraping off adhesives and stubborn debris
Micro abrasive solutions for the safe removal of mineral deposits
When the method is deployed:
Inside:
For the high level of detail that can be achieved.
Low volume of liquid required for cleaning and the low volume of resulting run-off when compared to the Water Fed Pole Method.
Outside:
High speed cleaning of windows which are accessible within reach from the ground level, often 8’ in height or less.
High precision areas. For example, high precision cleanings of the building’s main entrances.
The Art of the Squeegee
Various patterns can be used to remove the cleaning solution and grime from the glass surface. These require various levels of skill and result in different production speeds. The most common are as follows:
Reverse S Pattern: Starting from the top left corner, make an "S" shape by pulling the squeegee downwards and then reversing the direction at the bottom, creating an "S" pattern. Repeat across the window. This window cleaning method requires high skill, but when performed correctly is extremely effective and quick. This is the mark of a true professional.
Straight Pull or Straight Stroke: A simple vertical or horizontal straight line from top to bottom or left to right, using the squeegee blade to remove the cleaning solution in a single, continuous motion.
Snake Stroke: Similar to the reverse S pattern, but instead of reversing at the bottom, continue in a zigzag motion across the window, resembling a snake's movement.
Circular Stroke: This pattern involves moving the squeegee in circular motions, starting from one corner and working towards the opposite corner, covering the entire window in circular sweeps. This method is also very fast and effective.
Overlap Stroke: Use a standard straight pull stroke but overlap each stroke slightly to ensure complete coverage and removal of cleaning solution from the entire window surface.
These patterns are used to efficiently remove cleaning solution and achieve a streak-free finish when cleaning windows using a squeegee in the traditional method. Different patterns may be preferred based on the size and shape of the window, as well as the cleaner's personal technique and comfort.
Here's a summary of the traditional technique:
Tools and Equipment: It involves using a squeegee, a scrubber or mop, a bucket filled with a cleaning solution (often a mix of water and window cleaning detergent), and a cloth for drying and buffing.
Preparation: The process starts by preparing the cleaning solution and filling the bucket. The solution is applied to the window using a scrubber or mop.
Scrubbing: The window surface is scrubbed thoroughly to loosen and remove dirt, grime, and other residues.
Squeegeeing: A squeegee is then used to remove the cleaning solution and dirt from the window surface. The squeegee is dragged horizontally or vertically across the window, starting from the top and moving downwards in overlapping strokes. This process helps in removing the solution and achieving a streak-free finish.
Drying and Detailing: After squeegeeing, a cloth or chamois is used to dry the edges and any remaining moisture on the window to ensure a completely clean and clear surface.
Traditional window cleaning is effective but can be labor intensive, especially for larger or multi-story buildings which is why we often choose our second method, WFP.
2. The Water Fed Pole Method (WFP)
Water fed pole, often abbreviated to “WFP” in the industry, is the most ecofriendly and high capacity cleaning method in our arsenal. It utilized standard water from a well or municipal water supply, and makes t usable for spot-free shine on hard to reach exterior windows. Due to water runoff this method is reserved for outdoor use.
A waterfed pole window cleaning system typically consists of several key components designed to facilitate the cleaning of windows using purified water delivered through an extendable pole. Here are the main components:
Waterfed Pole: The primary tool used in the system, it's an extendable pole usually made of lightweight materials like aluminum, fiberglass or carbon fiber. The pole's length varies, allowing window cleaners to reach windows on multiple floors without the need for ladders. It often features sections that can be extended or retracted to adjust its height. We have the capabilities of cleaning exterior windows 6 stories in height from the ground utilizing our water fed pole systems.
Brush: Attached to the end of the waterfed pole, the specialized brush has tightly packed bristles, often made of boars hair or nylon, that are specifically designed to aggressively agitate and scrub the window surface, loosening dirt and debris.
Water Purification System: This system filters and purifies regular municipal or well water to remove impurities, minerals, and dissolved solids. It typically includes a series of filters, such as sediment filters, carbon filters, and a reverse osmosis (RO) or deionization (DI) unit, ensuring the water used for cleaning is free from contaminants that could leave streaks or spots. In phoenix the total dissolved solids in the tap water often exceed 500 parts per million. The water fed pole system, when functioning properly can filter that down to around 0-5 parts per million resulting in spot free windows.
Water Source: Municipal or well water supplies or water tanks (filtered or unfiltered) can feed the system. The unfiltered water is forced through the purification system under the municipal pressure (often 30-60+ psi at the spigot) or via a pump. In order to run multiple operations for reach significant heights we utilize booster pumps to increase pressure and flow.
Hose and Tubing: The system includes hoses and tubing that transport the purified water from the storage container to the waterfed pole. These hoses are lightweight and flexible, allowing for easy maneuverability during the cleaning process.
Pumps & Booster Pumps (Optional): Pumps increase either the flow, pressure or both of the water flowing though the system. selecting the correct sized pumps requires understanding delivery requirements for the operators, the source output capabilities and the comments in between. Generally speaking, higher flow and pressure is preferred for clean quality and speed.
Flow Control and Valve: A valve or flow control mechanism allows the user to regulate the flow of water from the reservoir to the brush head. This control is typically located near the base of the pole for easy access.
Optional Accessories: Some systems may include additional accessories like quick-connect fittings, angle adapters and goose necks for the brush head, and specialized nozzles for different cleaning purposes.
The watered pole window cleaning system has revolutionized exterior window cleaning by enabling professionals to clean windows from the ground with greater safety, high quality and unmatched speed, all without the need for chemicals.
