Do you need to sign up for regular window cleaning, or can you simply book someone to clean your windows once?

The answer is that both can make sense.

Some homeowners want their windows kept clean throughout the year without having to think about it. Others might need a one off clean before selling their home, after building work, when moving into a property or simply because the windows have become particularly dirty.

At PurePort, we are happy to provide both one off and regular window cleaning in Portishead.

There is, however, usually a difference in price between them.

That is not simply because one off customers are charged more for choosing a one off service.

It is because a one off window clean is very often also a first clean, and getting windows properly clean for the first time can take considerably longer than maintaining them afterwards.

What is a one off window clean?

A one off window clean is exactly what it sounds like.

You ask us to clean the windows at your property without committing to an ongoing cleaning schedule.

There are lots of reasons someone might want this.

You might:

• Be getting your home ready to sell
• Have recently moved into a property
• Be preparing for an event or visitors
• Have had building or landscaping work completed
• Have windows that have not been cleaned for some time
• Simply want the windows cleaned without needing an ongoing service

There is nothing wrong with choosing a one off clean.

The main difference is that we may be starting with windows that have not received the regular maintenance that our ongoing customers’ windows receive.

Why can a one off window clean cost more?

Imagine two identical houses next door to one another.

At the first property, we have been cleaning the windows regularly. The glass, frames and sills were cleaned properly on the first visit and have been maintained ever since.

At the second property, the windows have not been professionally cleaned for a year.

Although the houses are identical, the amount of work involved may be very different.

The second property could have:

• Heavier dirt on the glass
• Cobwebs around the frames
• Dirt built up on the sills
• Green growth around parts of the uPVC
• Marks that require additional agitation
• Dirt trapped around corners and edges

Getting that window back to a good standard can take much longer than maintaining one that was thoroughly cleaned a few weeks earlier.

That extra time is the main reason a one off clean can cost more.

The first clean is usually the hardest clean

This applies whether you want a one off clean or plan to become a regular customer.

The first time we visit a property, we do not necessarily know when the windows, frames and sills were last thoroughly cleaned.

Our aim is to get them to a good standard from the beginning.

Once we have done that, future visits become about maintaining that standard.

Rather than tackling months or years of accumulated dirt, we are removing the much smaller amount that has appeared since the previous visit.

We have covered this in more detail in our guide to what is included in a first window clean.

What does PurePort clean?

Our window cleaning service is not limited to the middle of the glass.

We clean the exterior:

• Glass
• Frames
• Sills

We use a professional pure water and water fed pole system that allows us to work across the complete window.

This is particularly noticeable on a first clean because the surrounding uPVC can sometimes need considerably more attention than the glass itself.

Once the frames and sills have been brought up to a good standard, keeping them that way through regular cleaning becomes much easier.

What are the benefits of regular window cleaning?

The obvious benefit is that your windows stay cleaner throughout the year.

But there are other advantages.

Because the windows are being maintained regularly, dirt does not have as much opportunity to build up around the glass, frames and sills.

You also do not need to remember to find a window cleaner every time the windows start looking dirty.

Once your property is added to one of our regular Portishead rounds, window cleaning simply becomes part of the routine.

For many households, that convenience is one of the main reasons they choose regular cleaning.

How often should regular window cleaning be done?

There is no perfect frequency for every home.

Properties are affected differently depending on their location, nearby trees, traffic, weather and surroundings.

Some people like their windows cleaned very frequently. Others are comfortable leaving a little longer between visits.

At PurePort, we can discuss the cleaning frequency when providing your quote and find something appropriate for your home.

We have also written a separate guide explaining how often Portishead homes should have their windows cleaned.

Is regular window cleaning cheaper?

On a per visit basis, regular cleaning will often cost less than an initial or one off clean.

Again, that is primarily because of the amount of work involved.

If we cleaned your windows thoroughly relatively recently, the next visit should be about maintaining them.

If we have not visited for a long time, there is likely to be more work to do.

Regular cleaning therefore allows us to work efficiently while still properly cleaning the glass, frames and sills.

Do I have to sign up for regular cleaning?

No.

If you only want your windows cleaned once, you can ask us for a one off quote.

We would rather be clear about the difference between the two services than make somebody feel they have to sign up for regular cleaning when that is not what they want.

Equally, if you are looking for a window cleaner who will return regularly and keep everything maintained, we would be very happy to add your property to one of our Portishead rounds.

Can I start with a one off clean and decide afterwards?

Of course.

You might simply want to get the windows cleaned and see the result before deciding whether regular cleaning is worthwhile for you.

Once the initial clean has been completed, you can decide whether you would like us to return on a regular basis.

If you do, the hard work of getting the windows up to standard has already been done.

Future visits can then concentrate on keeping them that way.

Which option is right for your home?

Choose a one off window clean if you have a particular reason for wanting the windows cleaned now and do not currently want an ongoing service.

Choose regular window cleaning if you want the glass, frames and sills kept clean throughout the year without having to organise each visit individually.

Neither is the wrong choice.

The main thing to understand when comparing the prices is that a one off clean may involve considerably more work than a regular maintenance visit.

Get a one off or regular window cleaning quote in Portishead

PurePort provides both one off and regular window cleaning throughout Portishead.

Our window cleaning service includes the glass, frames and sills, using our professional pure water cleaning system.

If you would like to know what it would cost for your property, simply request a quote and tell us what you are looking for.

Get a PurePort window cleaning quote

Whether you want a one off clean or would like to join one of our regular Portishead rounds, we can provide a price for your home and leave the decision with you.