How much to charge for window cleaning
Window cleaning is priced per pane or as a flat per-home job. Per-window is easy to quote; flat-rate wins once you know how fast you move. Always set a minimum.
You should charge
$8
per window · typical $4–$15
Why this number. Set a minimum (e.g. $100) and bundle interior + exterior + screens as one package. Bundling raises the ticket and removes the 'just the outside' negotiation.
Typical window cleaning prices
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small home (in & out) | $100 – $200 |
| Large home (in & out) | $200 – $450 |
| Storefront | $50 – $150 |
What changes the price
- Number and size of panes
- Interior + exterior vs. exterior only
- Screens and tracks
- Height and number of stories
The pricing move most people miss
Set a minimum (e.g. $100) and bundle interior + exterior + screens as one package. Bundling raises the ticket and removes the 'just the outside' negotiation.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I charge for window cleaning?+
Most window cleaning is priced $4–$15 per window, with a typical rate around $8 per window. Where you land inside that range comes down mainly to number and size of panes and interior + exterior vs. exterior only. Use the range as your anchor, then adjust up for experience, strong demand, and a higher cost-of-living area.
What is the best way to price window cleaning?+
Most window cleaning is priced per window, which is easy for clients to understand. Set a clear minimum so small jobs still cover your time and travel, and bundle add-ons into packages to lift the average ticket rather than discounting.
How much should I charge for window cleaning as a beginner?+
Starting out, price near the lower end of the range, roughly $4 to $8 per window. Resist going below that to win work: a price that is too low attracts price-shoppers, signals low quality, and is hard to raise later. Once you have a few happy clients and reviews, move toward $15.
What affects how much window cleaning costs?+
The biggest factors are number and size of panes; interior + exterior vs. exterior only; screens and tracks; height and number of stories. Two jobs that look alike can price very differently once these are accounted for, which is why a quick walkthrough or a few questions before quoting protects your rate.
How do I quote window cleaning so the client says yes?+
Set a minimum (e.g. $100) and bundle interior + exterior + screens as one package. Bundling raises the ticket and removes the 'just the outside' negotiation. Put the quote in writing with exactly what is included, state the price once without apologizing for it, and give one clear next step. A confident, well-structured quote wins jobs at a higher price than a vague one at a lower price.