Most homeowners wonder how often they should have their windows professionally cleaned. The honest answer? It depends on where you live and what your property is exposed to.
The general rule
For most Somerset homes, every 8 weeks is the sweet spot. This keeps glass clear, prevents mineral buildup from hard water, and stops algae and dirt from bonding to frames and sills.
If you're on a busy road (think the A37 or A39 corridors), near farmland, or surrounded by trees, every 4 weeks will keep things looking noticeably sharper. Road spray, pollen, and agricultural dust build up faster than you'd expect.
What happens if you leave it too long?
Windows that go 6+ months without cleaning develop hard water staining that becomes progressively harder to remove. The minerals in rainwater — calcium and magnesium especially — etch into glass over time. What starts as a light haze becomes a permanent mark if left untreated.
Frames and sills suffer too. UPVC turns grey, rubber seals degrade, and wooden frames can develop mould in the corners where moisture sits.
Our recommendation
We offer three cleaning frequencies:
The good news is that regular cleaning actually gets cheaper per clean. First cleans take longer because of accumulated dirt, but once you're on a schedule, each visit is quicker and more efficient.
Somerset-specific factors
Somerset's climate is wetter than the UK average, which means more watermarks but also more natural rinsing. Properties in valleys (like around Glastonbury or Wells) get more condensation and mist, so windows there tend to need more frequent attention than hilltop homes.
Coastal properties near Burnham-on-Sea or Weston-super-Mare deal with salt spray, which is corrosive to frames and leaves a persistent film on glass. Every 4 weeks is strongly recommended for coastal homes.