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Just about every building has windows and, in time, these windows will get dirty and need to be cleaned. There are various ways to accomplish this task. Here are a few of the methods employed by commercial window cleaning companies to do this.

For every window-cleaning job, the choice of equipment to be used will first be determined by the height of the building, the site conditions and the amount of work to be accomplished. As a rule, the safest and less complicated way is the best way. This could mean accessing the windows from the inside of the building, alleviating the need for equipment required to reach extensive heights.

For residential windows washers, the tried and true method of access is a good, sturdy extension ladder. Add to this the other common tools of the trade, including a good brass (or stainless steel) squeegee, a bucket for water, a cleaning solution, a sponge, a scrubber and some lint-free cloths. The typical cleaning solution of choice for this job is common dish soap, although there may be better alternatives since dish soap can sometimes leave behind a film. The addition of a little vinegar is sometimes used, as it tends to keep streaking down to a minimum.

Ladders are a good means of access, and fairly inexpensive, but are only appropriate up to about three stories. Anything higher is going to require another method of access, of which there are several. One popular method is rope access, which involves hanging suspended from the building in either a cradle or a ‘bosun’s chair’. This is how workers commonly work on ships or boats, but it works just as well on buildings.

A device that has become more popular of late is the water fed pole (WFP), which is just as the name implies. This is a telescoping pole, hooked up to a water source, which is capable of reaching in excess of 70′. Purified water is often employed with these devices, leaving windows clean and free of unwanted residue.

Although many governments have protective guidelines and regulations in place regarding window cleaning operations, these regulations are commonly not enforced. The window cleaning profession is considered one of the most dangerous occupations in the UK. Each year, more than a few deaths occur from accidents involving those engaged in this job.

As earlier mentioned, easier and safer are better in this line. Those who will be using scaffolding or hanging from ropes should receive proper training before they try this work. Technological advancements are continuing to improve the methods employed by commercial window cleaning companies but, as always, using the right equipment and employing accepted safety precautions are paramount.

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