How Often Should You Get Your Windows Cleaned?

 A guide to maintaining clear windows throughout the seasons

Let’s be honest, few things beat the feeling of sun streaming through sparkling clean windows, making your home feel instantly brighter and more cheerful. But knowing when to book your next window clean? That’s where it gets a bit trickier.

At Willoughby’s Windows, we’re often asked how often windows should be cleaned, and the answer is…well, it depends. Homes in coastal Emsworth? They’ll need a different approach than a tucked-away cottage in Ropley. Businesses on a bustling high street in Chichester? That’s another story altogether.

So, whether you’re a once-a-year sprucer-upper or you can’t bear a single smudge on the glass, we’ve put together a lighthearted seasonal guide to help you stay on top of your window cleaning all year round.

Spring: The Big Freshen-Up

Spring is the prime window cleaning season. After months of rain, wind and general grime, your panes are probably looking a little worse for wear. Add in pollen, which sticks to windows like glue, and it’s no wonder everything’s looking a bit murky.

Our recommendation: Book a professional window clean as soon as the daffodils start nodding. If you’ve got trees nearby or suffer from high pollen levels, a follow-up clean later in the season might not go amiss.

Summer: Smudges, Dust and Seaside Air

Ah, British summer – long days, warm breezes, and windows that show every single fingerprint. Especially if the kids (or dog) are constantly pressing their faces to the glass in search of ice cream vans.

In coastal parts of Southern Hampshire, like Hayling Island and Fareham, salt from the sea air clings to glass and frames, making windows look dull and feel sticky. Inland, dry spells kick up dust, which settles happily all over your panes.

Our recommendation: Once every 4 – 6 weeks in the summer will keep everything gleaming, particularly if you’re near the coast or on a busy road.

Autumn: Leaves, Rain, Repeat

As the temperature drops and the weather turns, it’s easy to forget about your windows altogether. But autumn is notorious for dirtying glass, with falling leaves, bird droppings and frequent showers leaving their mark.

Our recommendation: A clean at the start of autumn helps clear away summer build-up, and another before winter sets in keeps things looking tidy during darker months.

Winter: The ‘Do I Really Need To?’ Season

We get it, winter isn’t exactly window cleaning weather. It’s cold, it’s wet, and you’re probably not standing around admiring the garden through the glass.

But skipping window cleans until spring can lead to a grimy build-up that’s harder (and pricier) to shift later. Plus, winter rain tends to leave more streaks and watermarks, especially with hard water in places like Winchester and Botley.

Our recommendation: One mid-winter clean can make a surprising difference to light levels in your home, especially on those rare sunny days.

So… How Often Is Ideal?

For most homes, a professional clean every 6 – 8 weeks keeps things looking their best. Businesses or properties on busy roads might benefit from monthly visits, while rural or sheltered homes may get away with quarterly.

And don’t forget – we don’t just do windows. Our pole-fed window cleaning system is perfect for hard-to-reach areas, and we also offer gutter clearing, fascia board cleaning, pressure washing and more, across Southern Hampshire.

From Alresford to Swanmore, Knowle to Bishop’s Waltham, we’ve got your windows covered – come rain, shine or seagulls!

Ready to book? Get in touch with Willoughby’s Windows and keep your panes looking pristine all year round.