Window cleaning problems
Streaks, white water spots, green frames, algae on a conservatory roof — what the marks on your glass actually are.
Streaks And Smears After Cleaning
Low riskThe glass looked clean while wet, then dried covered in streaks, smears or cloudy patches.
White Water Spots On Glass
Low riskChalky white rings, spots or a milky haze that stay on the glass however hard you scrub.
Black Mould On Window Frames And Seals
CautionBlack speckling in the rubber gasket, along the sealant line or in the corners of the frame.
Yellowed Or Grimy uPVC Frames
Low riskWhite uPVC that has gone yellow, grey or chalky, and will not come back with ordinary cleaner.
Green Algae On A Conservatory Roof
High riskThe conservatory roof panels have gone green, the glazing bars are streaked, and the room is noticeably darker.
Upstairs Windows You Cannot Reach
High riskThe bedroom and landing windows have not been cleaned in years because there is no safe way to get at them.
Bird Droppings And Tree Sap On Glass
CautionBaked-on bird mess, sticky sap or honeydew that smears into a film instead of wiping off.
Paint, Plaster And Cement Splashes After Building Work
CautionNew or renovated windows covered in plaster dust, paint spots, silicone smears and cement splashes.
Dirty Roof Windows And Skylights
High riskLoft and bathroom roof windows have gone grey and green outside, and the room has lost its daylight.
Clogged Window Tracks, Sills And Trickle Vents
CautionWater pooling in the bottom of the frame, a sliding door that grinds, and vents choked with dust.