Window cleaners, from solo operators with a squeegee and a ladder to small crews running residential and storefront routes, send invoices after completing interior and exterior glass cleaning. Typical line items include per-pane or per-window cleaning, screen and track cleaning, hard water stain removal, post-construction cleanup, and high-access work such as ladder, pole, or lift jobs.
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Residential window cleaning is most often priced per pane or per window, with add-ons for screens, tracks, and sills. Many cleaners also set a job minimum (often $125-200) to cover travel and setup. Commercial and storefront work is usually priced as a flat fee per visit on a recurring schedule (weekly, monthly, quarterly), or per square foot of glass for large buildings. Jobs with difficult access, such as third-story windows, steep roofs, or French panes with many small lites, are priced higher per pane or billed hourly. Stain removal, paint and sticker scraping, and construction debris cleanup are usually billed separately by the hour or per window because they take far longer than routine cleaning. Many businesses offer discounts for exterior-only work or recurring service plans.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard residential windows, interior and exterior | per pane | $4-12 |
| French or divided-lite windows | per pane | $2-6 per small lite, or $15-35 per window |
| Screen and track cleaning | per window | $3-10 |
| Hard water stain removal | per window | $10-40 |
| Post-construction window cleaning | per hour or per pane | $50-90 per hour, or $8-20 per pane |
| Storefront glass, recurring | per visit | $40-150 |
| Residential job minimum | flat fee | $125-200 |
| Second-story or high-access work (ladder, pole, lift) | per hour | $60-120 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior and interior window cleaning, 2-story home (standard panes) | 32 panes | $8.00 | $256.00 |
| Screen and track cleaning | 22 windows | $5.00 | $110.00 |
| Hard water stain removal, west-facing windows | 4 windows | $25.00 | $100.00 |
| Sliding glass door, interior and exterior | 2 doors | $18.00 | $36.00 |
| Second-story ladder access surcharge | 1 flat fee | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Total | $537.00 | ||
Notes: Payment due within 14 days of service. Please report any streaks or missed spots within 48 hours and we will return to correct them at no charge. Hard water stains may not be fully removable on etched glass. Accepted: check, ACH, or card.
Many customers have multiple properties, and recurring clients need a record of which visit the invoice covers.
A count (for example 32 standard panes, 2 sliding doors) lets customers see how the total was reached and avoids disputes over what was cleaned.
Exterior-only and in/out cleaning are priced differently, so the invoice should match what was quoted.
Screens, tracks, sills, stain removal, and scraping take extra time and should be visible as their own lines.
Ladder, water-fed pole, or lift work carries extra cost and risk, and noting it supports the higher rate.
Commercial clients and property managers often require proof of general liability coverage, and some jurisdictions require a local business license (check your local rules).
For routes such as monthly or quarterly storefront cleaning, noting the schedule and next visit date prevents confusion about billing cycles.
Residential customers commonly pay at completion by card, check, or digital payment, often right at the door. For larger jobs such as post-construction cleanup or multi-story buildings, a deposit of 25-50% is common, with the balance due on completion. Commercial and property management accounts typically run net 15 or net 30, and many require a purchase order number or vendor paperwork. Recurring accounts are often billed monthly in one invoice covering all visits. Late fees of 1.5% per month are common if stated in advance, but many window cleaners offer a small discount for prepaying a season of service instead.
A 10-window job can take as long to drive to and set up as a 30-window job. A minimum of $125-200 keeps small jobs from costing you money.
Divided-lite windows, hard-to-reach panes, and heavily soiled glass take much longer. Add a per-window surcharge or switch to hourly so slow jobs do not eat your margin.
Etched glass, failed seals, scratches, and mineral deposits can look like your fault afterward. Dated photos protect you if a customer disputes the result.
Offer semi-annual or quarterly service at a modest discount. Recurring jobs are faster to clean, need less quoting, and give you predictable income.
If you scrape paint or clean screens that were not in the original quote, tell the customer on site and note it on the invoice so the final total is not a surprise.
Per pane is more accurate for homes with varied window styles, since a large picture window and a small divided window are not equal work. Per window is simpler and works for uniform homes. Either way, state the unit clearly on the invoice.
It depends on the state. Some states tax cleaning or building maintenance services and others do not, and rules can differ for residential and commercial work. Check with your state department of revenue or a local accountant.
Most window cleaners send a monthly invoice listing each visit date and the flat fee per visit. Include the schedule, any extra cleanings, and the payment terms so the client knows what to expect.
Yes. Stain removal takes special products and much more time, and results are not guaranteed on etched glass. Quote it as a separate line item, ideally before starting, and note the limitations on the invoice.
Most professionals offer a short callback window, often 24-72 hours, to fix issues at no charge. Put that policy in the invoice notes so expectations are clear, and photograph the work before leaving.
Send a Window Cleaning estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
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