Post-Construction Scraping
After a new build or renovation, windows often end up covered in construction residue. We use flat razors to scrape off paint, stucco, and silicone overspray. We complete this scraping step before the final wash to ensure the glass is completely clear of debris.
RO/DI Filtration and High-Reach Poles
We use a water-fed pole system equipped with a carbon-fiber pole that reaches four-plus stories from the ground. We run our water through reverse-osmosis and deionization (RO/DI) filtration. This produces pure water, meaning the glass dries spot-free without leaving any detergent residue behind.
Scheduled Route Service and Pricing
We offer scheduled route service on a weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis. We assign a consistent crew to your property, and we leave a signed service log at each stop so you know exactly when the work was completed. For a small retail exterior, our storefront route stops cost $20 to $60 per stop.
Working Around Gillette
A few Gillette conditions we plan around on every job:
Climate
- Low annual precipitation and blowing basin dust leave a fine film on commercial storefront glass faster than in wetter regions.
- Spring through early fall are the heavy commercial route months, once overnight temperatures stay reliably above freezing.
- Cold semi-arid (BSk) high-plains climate: long, cold winters and warm, dry summers in the Powder River Basin.
- High wind is near-constant on the open plains, driving dust and grit onto exterior glass between cleanings.
Soil & Ground
- Powder River Basin high-plains terrain with alkaline, dusty soils that wind carries onto building exteriors.
- Semi-arid ground cover means wind-blown dust, not rain, is the main thing dirtying exterior glass here.
Local Notes
- The I-90 and US-14/16 commercial corridors and downtown carry the retail and office glass that drives storefront route demand.
- Gillette is the seat of Campbell County and the commercial hub of Wyoming's Powder River Basin, long branded the "Energy Capital of the Nation."
- The local economy is built on coal, oil, and gas, supporting a dense base of offices, storefronts, hotels, and industrial facilities that need recurring window service.
- Population is roughly 33,000 and Gillette is the trade center for a wide rural catchment, so commercial cleaning demand concentrates in town.
What the Work Involves
A few photos representative of the work.
How It Works
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Call or Text
Tell us what you need done and when — you'll get a straight answer, not a sales pitch.
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Free On-Site Quote
We size up the work in person — access, scope, and timing — so the quote is real, not a guess.
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Written Quote
You get the scope and the price in writing before any work starts. No surprises.
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The Job, Done Right
We do the job right the first time, clean up after ourselves, and stand behind the work.
What this typically involves:
- Aerial lift positioning for mid-rise glass where a bosun's chair is not the right tool
- Frame, sill, and track wipe-down plus screen cleaning on full-detail commercial contracts
Pricing Ranges
These are planning ranges. Nothing is final until it is in writing.
$150–$250
Questions Gillette Customers Ask
How often should commercial windows be cleaned?
The ideal frequency depends on your building's location and usage. High-traffic retail storefronts often require weekly or bi-weekly cleaning to maintain a pristine appearance. Mid-rise offices and corporate headquarters typically schedule full exterior and interior cleanings quarterly or semi-annually, while high-rise buildings usually schedule rope-descent cleanings once or twice a year.
What is the hourly rate for a commercial window cleaner?
While many window cleaning jobs are priced flat-rate by the pane or building size, specialized hourly services are common. For example, a crew performing pressure washing for storefronts and sidewalks typically costs between $150 and $250 per hour. Standard window cleaning rates depend on the equipment, safety rigging, and crew size required.
What do commercial window cleaners use to clean windows?
Professionals use different tools depending on the height. For ground-level storefronts, they use traditional mop-and-squeegee detailing for streak-free clarity. For reachable mid-rise elevations, they use pure-water fed-pole systems that allow glass to sheet-dry spot-free without soap residue. High-rises require specialized rope-descent systems, aerial lifts, and safety rigging.
Is professional commercial window cleaning worth it?
Yes. Professional cleaning preserves your property's glass and enhances your business's curb appeal. Professionals use specialized pure-water fed-pole systems for spot-free drying and have the training to safely manage high-elevation rope descents or aerial lifts. Full-detail commercial contracts also include wiping down frames, sills, tracks, and cleaning screens.
How do professionals quote commercial window cleaning jobs?
Before providing a quote, professionals perform an access and safety walk. They count the glass panes, map elevations, locate roof anchor points, and determine the safest fall-protection approach. Pricing is then calculated based on the building type, such as storefront route stops, mid-size aerial lift projects, or high-rise rope-descent drops.
How much does post-construction window cleaning cost?
Post-construction window cleaning typically costs between $5 and $15 per pane. This specialized service is more labor-intensive because it requires technicians to carefully scrape away paint, stucco, and silicone overspray using flat razors before performing the final wash to ensure the glass is completely undamaged and spotless.
Do I need a business license to start a window cleaning business?
Yes, starting a commercial window cleaning business generally requires a local business license and comprehensive liability insurance. For high-rise work, you must also comply with strict OSHA rope-access regulations, which include using independently inspected roof anchors and certified safety equipment to protect your technicians.
What works best to clean heavily soiled or stained commercial windows?
For heavily soiled commercial glass, professionals use a combination of specialized techniques. For post-construction debris like paint or silicone, technicians use flat razors to scrape the glass clean. For general heavy buildup, pure-water fed-pole systems or traditional hand-detailing with professional-grade solutions are used to restore clarity without scratching the glass.
Other Things People Ask
What areas and building types do you service?
Storefronts, offices, restaurants, hotels, dealerships, medical buildings, and industrial and municipal facilities are all standard commercial work. If a building has glass and safe access, we can quote it, and we handle both one-time cleans and recurring route contracts.
How often should a commercial building have its windows cleaned?
Most storefronts and offices land on monthly or quarterly service. High-traffic retail, restaurants, and car dealerships often go weekly or bi-weekly because handprints and street grime show fast, while a low-traffic office park may be fine quarterly. We set the interval to how quickly your glass actually shows dirt, not a one-size schedule.
What is water-fed pole cleaning and why do you use it?
A water-fed pole feeds purified water up a long carbon-fiber pole to a brush head, so a technician cleans upper-story glass from the ground. The water is run through reverse osmosis and deionization until it is pure, which means it dries with no spots and no detergent film. It is safer than ladders on upper floors and leaves frames and sills cleaner too.
Why does purified water dry without leaving spots?
Tap water carries dissolved minerals that stay behind as spots when the water evaporates. Running it through RO/DI filtration strips those minerals out, so pure water lifts dirt, rinses clean, and evaporates leaving nothing behind. That is why fed-pole work needs no squeegee and no soap on the final rinse.
Can you clean the windows on a high-rise or multi-story building?
Yes. Reachable elevations are cleaned from the ground with water-fed poles; higher glass is cleaned by rope descent from OSHA-anchored roof rigging or from an aerial lift. Which method we use depends on the building's height, its anchor points, and safe access, all of which we confirm on the site walk before quoting.
Our Service Area
Crews serve Gillette, WY. Call (307) 670-7443 to confirm coverage for your address.
Where We Stand Before You Call
No-Pressure Estimates
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