Apartment Window Cleaning Orlando: Clear Views Without the Hassle

Outside Glass Gets Hit Worse Than Inside

Ever notice your apartment windows look decent from inside but nasty from outside? That's because most of the crud builds up on the outside pane. Wiping the inside doesn't do squat.

I was at a Waterford Lakes apartment two weeks ago. Tenant said she'd been scrubbing her windows with Windex every month, couldn't figure out why they still looked dirty. I walked her outside and showed her the exterior. Covered in green algae, especially on the north-facing windows that don't get sun. "Oh my god," she said. "I've been cleaning the wrong side this whole time."

In our swampy climate, mold and algae love glass surfaces. They stick to the outside, especially on north-facing windows that don't get much sun. Shaded units near those big oak trees or buildings with tons of landscaping? They get hammered. That green tint you're seeing isn't dirt—it's actually growing on there. Windex from inside won't touch it.

Oak pollen is the other killer. You've lived through a Central Florida spring. You know. Everything turns yellow overnight. Your car. Your patio furniture. Your windows. I did a Winter Park complex this past April during peak pollen season. By the time we finished cleaning the last building, the first building already had a yellow haze on it again. That's just Orlando life.

Then you've got storm residue. Every afternoon thunderstorm in summer—and we get them like clockwork—leaves water spots. Orlando water is loaded with minerals. When rain dries on windows, it leaves calcium and lime deposits behind. I cleaned windows on a Windermere property last year where the mineral buildup was so thick it felt rough to the touch. Owner thought the glass was damaged. Nope—just years of buildup that came right off with the proper treatment.

Pro outside cleaning tackles all of it. We scrub the outside glass with solutions that break down mold, lift that oak pollen, and dissolve mineral buildup. You get glass that's actually clear—not just "looks okay from inside but still cloudy when you walk outside."

Tenants and Landlords Gotta Be Clear About Who Does What

Here's a question I get constantly from renters: "Am I supposed to clean the outside of my windows, or is that my landlord's deal?"

Short answer: check your lease.

I was cleaning windows at a College Park duplex last month when the tenant asked me this exact question. I read through her lease real quick. It said "tenant responsible for all window maintenance." She's on the second floor. I asked her, "You gonna lean out your window with a squeegee?" She laughed. "Yeah, no." So she hired us herself, and now we come twice a year.

Florida law doesn't require landlords to provide outside window cleaning. So it's whatever your lease says. Some landlords include outside window cleaning as part of regular building maintenance—they send someone out twice a year to hit all the units' outside windows. Other leases say tenants are responsible for all window cleaning, inside and out. And plenty of leases don't mention it at all, which creates confusion.

If you're renting and your lease is vague, ask your property manager straight up. Outside windows on anything above ground level aren't something you can safely DIY. So if the lease technically makes it your responsibility, you're gonna need to hire a pro anyway.

For landlords and property managers, putting clear language in the lease prevents headaches. One property manager I work with in Lake Nona just added a line to all her leases: "Property management will arrange professional outside window cleaning in April and October. Cost included in rent." She said tenant satisfaction went way up after she did that. People appreciate knowing it's handled.

Other managers offer it as an add-on. The lease says outside windows are on the tenant, but the property can arrange pro cleaning for a set fee if you want it. That way tenants who care about clear windows can get it handled without hunting down a vendor themselves.

Either way works. Just make it clear from the jump so everybody knows the deal.

And if you're a tenant who wants outside windows cleaned but your landlord doesn't cover it? You can still hire us yourself. We clean individual units all the time—College Park renters, Waterford Lakes condos, whatever. Long as we can access the outside (which we usually can with our equipment), we'll get your windows looking right.

Regular Cleaning Prevents Expensive Window Damage

Most folks think window cleaning is just cosmetic. Making stuff look pretty. But in Orlando's climate, regular cleaning actually prevents damage that can ruin your windows for good.

Here's what happens when windows stay grimy too long.

I cleaned windows on a Dr. Phillips condo last year that hadn't been touched in five years. The algae and pollen had etched permanent cloudy spots into the glass. Owner was upset. "Can you fix this?" Nope. That damage is permanent. If they'd cleaned those windows even once a year, would've been fine. Instead they're looking at replacing the glass.

That oak pollen and algae? Not just ugly—they're slightly acidic. Let them sit on glass for months and they can etch the surface. Won't notice it at first. But over time you'll see permanent cloudy spots that won't come off no matter how hard you scrub.

Hard water mineral deposits do the same damage. Orlando rain and sprinkler water is crazy high in calcium and lime. When water dries on glass repeatedly, those minerals crystallize. I worked on a Windermere lakefront building where the irrigation system had been hitting the windows for three years straight. The mineral buildup was so bad the glass looked frosted. Took us twice as long to clean, and even then, some of the etching was permanent.

Window frames and seals take a beating too. Did a Baldwin Park apartment a few months back where moisture trapped by dirt and algae had rotted out the bottom of the wooden window frame. Owner had to replace the whole window. Could've been prevented with regular cleaning.

Our rainy season runs roughly June through September. Afternoon storms almost daily. That's four solid months of constant moisture and mineral deposits hammering your windows. I always tell customers: get a cleaning in May before the rains start, and another in October when it dries out. That schedule works best.

For folks who dropped hundreds of thousands on a Lake Nona condo or Windermere townhouse, spending a couple hundred twice a year on window maintenance is dirt cheap insurance. I've seen what replacement windows cost. You don't want to go there if you can avoid it.

Pro window cleaning companies follow strict safety rules. OSHA regulations require proper fall protection gear, certified anchor points, and worker training for anything above six feet. These safety standards protect the workers doing the job and protect property owners from liability issues. I've got all the certifications and insurance. Sleep better knowing if something happens, you're covered.

And look—clean windows just make living here better. We've got gorgeous weather and sunshine pretty much year-round. You might as well actually enjoy the view, right? I've had customers text me photos after we clean with messages like "Forgot how nice my view was!" Makes the job worth it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can apartment window cleaners in Orlando reach windows that don't open?

Yep. Long poles and outside access tools let us clean fixed glass from outside safely. Just last week I did a downtown condo with floor-to-ceiling fixed windows. No way to open them. We cleaned everything from outside using our pole system. Tenant watched from inside, amazed. Most newer apartments have windows that tilt in for inside cleaning, but the outside still needs pro equipment. We clean the outside without coming into your unit or making you open anything.

How often should apartment windows be cleaned in Orlando?

Every three to six months is ideal. I tell most customers twice a year minimum—spring and fall. Orlando's humidity, that oak pollen, and constant rain make windows dirty way faster than up north. Property managers usually book us twice yearly—once in spring after pollen season dies down, once in fall after hurricane season wraps. Tenants who want extra-clear windows often throw in a mid-year cleaning. I've got some customers who book quarterly because they just love having spotless windows.

Do Orlando landlords or tenants pay for window cleaning?

Depends on what your lease says. I see it both ways. Lots of landlords cover outside window cleaning as part of property maintenance since tenants can't safely reach outside glass on upper floors anyway. Tenants typically handle the inside themselves. If your lease doesn't spell it out, ask your property manager before you hire anyone. I've cleaned for both landlords who pay for the whole building and individual tenants who pay for just their unit.

Is professional apartment window cleaning safe for high-rises in Orlando?

Absolutely. Licensed teams use fall-protection gear, long poles for mid-rise buildings, and approved equipment for the tall stuff. According to OSHA's walking-working surfaces standards, pro window cleaners gotta use certified anchors, proper harnesses, and equipment rated to hold at least 5,000 pounds per worker. I've got all my certifications and insurance. Did a 12-story building downtown last fall with zero incidents. We coordinate with property management to follow building codes and insurance requirements. Safety's the whole reason property managers hire pros instead of asking their maintenance guys to handle windows.

What removes mold and water spots from apartment windows in Orlando?

Safe detergents break down mold and organic growth. Purified water prevents new streaks and spots. I use a specific treatment for that green algae we get here—breaks it down at the root so it doesn't come back as fast. We scrub the outside glass to remove all that buildup, then rinse with mineral-free water that dries totally clear. Don't need harsh chemicals—the right tools and technique get the job done without messing up the glass or frames. I learned through trial and error which products work best in Orlando's climate.

Can window cleaning actually lower apartment energy bills in Orlando?

A little bit, yeah. Clean glass lets in way more natural light, which can cut down on daytime AC use in sunny units. Had a customer in Lake Nona tell me her electric bill dropped about $15 a month after we cleaned her south-facing windows. Not a huge savings, but it adds up over time. Dirty windows block light and make rooms darker, so people run lights more during the day. The energy savings aren't huge but they're noticeable, especially in south-facing apartments with lots of windows.

Get Your Orlando Apartment Windows Looking Right Again

Whether you've got cloudy outside glass in your downtown condo, you're managing a 50-unit complex in Winter Park, or you just want actually-clear windows in your College Park apartment, pro cleaning makes a huge difference.

I've been doing this across Orlando and Central Florida for years. Seen every kind of window problem you can imagine. Our crew uses safe equipment designed for multi-story buildings, and we can work around tenant schedules and building access rules—whatever you need.

Pressure Washing Guys
5295 Creekside Park Ave
Orlando, FL 32811
(407) 412-4015
pressurewashingguysflorida.com

Give us a call or schedule online for same-week service. Let's get those windows looking the way Florida sunshine deserves.

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