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How Often Should You Clean Windows? A Homeowner’s Guide
Windows are an ancient technology, but glass windows didn’t become common in homes until the 17th century in England. Before this, things like paper and flattened animal horns were used to cover openings in the walls. Windows have sure come a long way since then! Even though windows are much more practical and effective these […]
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Fall Cleaning Tips: How to Clean Your Gutter Right
The Chicago area receives 35.82 inches of rainfall a year. That’s less than Seattle at 37.19 but Seattle’s rain is mostly gentle and over a long period. According to the Chicago Tribune, Chicago’s rain is so intense that it is more likely to cause floods. When the rain falls, do you have blockages in your […]
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How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?
Are you wondering how often should you clean your gutters? Well, you’re in the right place, so wonder no longer. In premise, the answer to that question is highly variable, and the most obvious approach to cleaning gutters is when they are dirty. However, what constitutes dirty gutters, and what other elements can damage their […]
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How to Clean Windows: Technique Tips and Best Products
When it comes to completing home chores, it’s surprising how many people get some of them wrong. That is especially true with window cleaning. All too often, people go into window washing with the best intentions not knowing how to clean windows. They see the dust and grime that’s built up over the season and […]
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Should Deck Restoration Be Done by a Professional?
A deck can add a lot of value to your home… but only if it’s in good condition. An old, splintering deck can do more harm to your home than good. But just because your deck is old doesn’t mean it’s past saving. Deck restoration can make your deck look as good as new. However, […]
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5 Big Benefits of Gutter Cleaning This Summer
As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers. In Chicago, we should be thinking more about August showers, since August gets the most rain per year on average! If you don’t prepare your gutters for the Chicago summer storms, you may face a few problems that are much harder to tackle. Fortunately, gutter cleaning […]
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Deck Maintenance: How Power Washing and Care Extends a Deck’s Lifespan
Do you have a deck on your home, or are you thinking about having one built? This can really enhance your outdoor living space and add value to your home. Having a deck professionally installed will run you about $31 a square foot. It’s an excellent investment, but you’ll want to make sure that you […]
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Spring Clean Like A Pro With My Window Washing
Spring is the time of year when many of us begin to clean out our closets, organize the garage, and generally freshen up our homes. But spring cleaning should not be limited to our home’s interiors, this season, add the exterior of your home to your spring cleaning list. The exterior of our homes and […]
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When Should You Consider a Professional Glass Cleaning Service?
More than 2.7 million people are living in and around Chicago. Each one of them has a home, which provides shelter and comfort all year round. However, to really enjoy your home, you need to keep it in good shape. Often people think about home maintenance being about plumbing or roofing repairs. But your windows […]
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7 Important Benefits of House Pressure Washing (And the Ugly Consequences If You Don’t)
A mold-covered, mildewy home is far less likely to sell than a pristine, freshly-painted one. Yet, climbing onto a ladder to scrub hard-to-reach places is no homeowner’s idea of a relaxing weekend. Fortunately, the extended reach and spray of a pressure washer can blast away dirt and grime. This leaves you with a squeaky-clean home […]
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Spring Cleaning Tips For Home Exteriors
Spring is a time of renewal, with the warmer weather and longer hours of daylight, homeowners emerge from their winter dens to survey their kingdoms. Our home’s exteriors and other outdoor structures tell the story of the long cold months with their layers of grime and molds that enjoyed the time in the dark, cold […]
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More About Our Gutter Cleaning Services
At My Window Washing, we do windows – and we do a number of other things for customers. But our gutter cleaning services are a vital part of what we offer, partly because this much-needed maintenance may be difficult for property owners to perform themselves, and partly because avoiding it can be expensive. Here are […]