Windows are a deceptively small line item that can derail budgets when underestimated. Whether you are remodeling a bungalow or handing over keys to a new luxury build, clean glass is the final touch that makes punch-list photos sparkle. Because CountBricks compiles real-time labor and materials, we track national and local pricing trends daily. That insight powers the guide below so you can plan, price, and profit with confidence.
Per-window range: $8 – $18 for standard double-hung windows.
Per-pane range: $3 – $6 when pricing historic homes with multi-lite sashes.
Whole-house averages: $175 – $450 for the typical 2,000 sq ft residence, depending on glass count, access, and degree of buildup.
Those numbers may look narrow, but dozens of factors push the final cost up or down. CountBricks AI captures each one automatically and adjusts estimates to your ZIP code and job timeline.
• Glass quantity and pane complexity
• First-story versus multi-story ladder work
• Paint overspray or post-construction debris removal
• Coastal or hard-water mineral buildup
• Scheduling windows alongside other finishing trades
• Insurance requirements for elevated work
Because our database updates daily, CountBricks users see these variables reflected the moment they speak them into the platform.
1. Voice capture: Walk the site and speak, “Twelve double-hung, two sliders, one picture window—second floor.”
2. Blueprint sync: Import your digital plans; CountBricks auto-detects window counts and dimensions.
3. Regional pricing engine: Our algorithm cross-checks labor rates, material costs, and local insurance multipliers within seconds.
4. Instant line item: A complete window cleaning entry appears in your estimate and rolls into your client-ready quote.
This flow eliminates manual takeoffs and inconsistent subcontractor bids, saving the average builder 3-5 labor hours per project.
Window cleaning belongs in the post-finish phase but before the final walkthrough. Aligning it correctly prevents drywall dust or paint touch-ups from re-dirtying glass. CountBricks timeline templates drop the task automatically between “Interior Paint Cure” and “Final Punch.” Adjust dates with simple drag-and-drop if weather or trade delays pop up.
1. Select “Finishes” in the task library.
2. Tap “Window Cleaning.”
3. Speak or type pane counts; upload elevations if desired.
4. Confirm access notes (ladders, lifts, rope).
5. Review auto-generated price, margin, and schedule slot.
6. Click “Add to Quote.” The item now appears in your live proposal and invoice pipeline.
• Sequence exterior pressure wash first—removing grime upfront reduces window labor time by up to 20 %
• Provide on-site water access at 60 psi or higher; cleaners won’t charge for hauling tanks
• Bundle interior and exterior panes in a single mobilization
• Specify “construction scrape” only for paint-splattered glass, not every pane
• Lock in pricing with a preferred vendor through CountBricks vendor management to avoid seasonal spikes
Are materials included in quoted window cleaning prices?
Yes. Squeegees, extension poles, eco-safe detergents, and minor scrape blades are bundled into CountBricks cost codes.
Do higher windows cost more?
Typically add 10 %–25 % per pane for ladder or lift work. Heights over 30 ft trigger commercial safety surcharges that our algorithm flags instantly.
What about storm windows or screens?
Removal and reinstallation average $2 – $4 each. CountBricks prompts you to confirm during data capture so nothing slips through the cracks.
Can I mark up subcontractor window cleaners?
Absolutely. Set your margin once in company settings, and CountBricks applies it across every estimate.
The fastest route from estimate to signed contract is clarity. By presenting homeowners with transparent window cleaning prices backed by CountBricks real-time data, you build trust and keep change orders at bay. Log in now at CountBricks.com/services, create a sample project, and watch accurate pricing populate in seconds. When the glass is clear, so are your profits.
CountBricks recently supported Breezy Heights, a 3,400 sq ft hillside build featuring 46 windows—including floor-to-ceiling picture units overlooking the valley. Early owner meetings flagged “spotless views” as a must-have, so our project team loaded window cleaning into the initial budget instead of treating it as an afterthought.
• Voice capture recorded window counts in 2 minutes during the framing walk-through
• CountBricks AI applied a regional rate of $14 per window, plus a 22 % elevation modifier for the second story
• Total cost populated at $858.40, including scrape and screen handling
The cleaning crew arrived two days after interior paint cure, exactly where the auto-generated Gantt chart placed them. Because ladders and fall protection were pre-budgeted, there were zero surprise invoices. The final walkthrough revealed pristine glass, and the homeowners signed off without a single punch-list note, shaving a week off closeout.
• Capture counts early: Loading window data during framing lets you communicate firm prices months ahead of turnover
• Leverage schedule logic: CountBricks timeline templates prevent dirty-again glass by anchoring cleaning after dusty trades
• Automate markups: Set your profit margin once; every window line item follows suit across all future projects
Create a free demo project at CountBricks.com/consultation, speak your window counts, and watch instant prices appear. When every pane is planned, your closing day stays crystal clear.
