How to count your windows for a cleaning quote
The number of windows is the most important factor in the price of a window cleaning. An exact count is not necessary. An estimate within a few windows is sufficient for a quote, and we confirm the price before any work begins.
A five-minute method
- Start at the front door and walk around the outside of your home.
- Count each side separately: the front, one side, the back and the other side.
- Include the upper-floor windows on each side.
- Add the four totals together.
Counting from outside is faster than going room by room, and it helps you notice any hard-to-reach windows along the way.
What counts as one window
- One frame is one window. A double-hung window with upper and lower sashes counts as one.
- Windows in separate frames count individually, even when grouped side by side.
- A large picture window counts as one. If it is especially large, please mention it.
- A sliding patio door or French door counts as one, as does the glass in an entry door.
Details worth mentioning
The following do not change the count, but they affect how long the job takes, so they help us provide an accurate price:
- Grids or divided lights, where the glass is separated into small panes
- Storm windows installed over the primary windows
- Tall foyer or great-room windows that extend to the second story
- Hard water spots from lawn sprinklers
- Third-story windows or any windows above a roof, deck or steep slope
As a general guide, many single-story homes in our area have 10 to 20 windows, and many two-story homes have 20 to 40. If you are unsure, select "Not sure" on the quote form and we will work it out with you by phone.
Ready to request a quote?
Request a free quote with your window count, or call (224) 328-2228 and we will help you count.