If you own a brick-and-mortar business, passersby are going to be peeking into your windows. To create a great first impression, you need to have streak-free windows. Wondering how to avoid streaks? Take a look at these tips:

1. Clean the Windows Before Polishing Them

Unfortunately, if there's dirt on your windows, that can lead to streaks. To avoid that, you need to clean the windows before you polish them. Vacuum up dust, and use soapy water and a rag to remove oil and dirt.

2. Make Sure to Get the Glass Very Dry

When you start to polish your windows, you need to focus on getting the windows as dry as possible. Feel free to use a liberal amount of window cleaner, but then, make sure to dry the windows with a dry cloth. You may need to change your cloth multiple times to make that possible.

Alternatively, skip the cloths and use newspapers instead. Simple black and white pages of newspaper are more effectively than glossy, colorful sheets from a magazine. For a professional looking approach, you should consider using a squeegee.

3. Protect the Outside of the Window From Rain

A lot of streaks form on the outside of the windows. To avoid that, you may want to take steps to protect your exterior window panes from the rain. You may want to hang awnings over the windows.

Alternatively, you can take a chemical approach. There are special window cleaners that create a rain-resistant shield on your windows. That can help with rain spots and streaks.

4. Talk With a Window Installer About Special Coatings

You may want to talk with a window professional about special coatings. Remember that as these windows are on your business, you can claim any money you spend on them as a business expense. That can help to reduce your tax liability.

Alternatively, you may want to add a film to the windows. Films can block out some of the UV rays coming into your shop, and they are less likely to streak.

5. Hire a Professional Window Cleaner

To truly get streak-free glass on your commercial windows, you may want to hire a professional window cleaning company. They specialize in crystal clear windows, and they can do both inside and outside windows. If you have high windows, they are especially helpful as they have the necessary materials to work at heights.  

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