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Window Cleaning in Chicago, IL

Compare 5 local window cleaning pros. Typical service: $158–$368.

Top Window Cleaning Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.America Window Washing Inc

    5.0★ (78 reviews)

    5.0★ from 78 reviews

    +17739157154Website

  2. 2.My Window Washing and Gutter Cleaning

    5.0★ (60 reviews)

    5.0★ from 60 reviews

    +17733774600Website

  3. 3.Fulget Cleaning Company LLC. | House Cleaning | Office Cleaning | Janitorial Service | Chicago

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +18155202564Website

  4. 4.Window America Corporation

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +17084398609Website

  5. 5.Riley's Window Cleaning

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +13123428226Website

Window Cleaning Cost in Chicago

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Whole-house window cleaning$158–$368/job
Per window, inside and out$8–$17/window

Window Cleaning prices in Chicago run about 5% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Chicago, rated 5.0★ on average across 170 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling window cleaning.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

No permit typically required

  • Illinois does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: idfpr.illinois.gov, www.epa.gov

Window Cleaning FAQs for Chicago

How much does window cleaning cost in Chicago?

Professional window cleaning for a typical Chicago home runs $158-$368, inside and out.

How many window cleaning companies serve Chicago?

We track 5 window cleaning companies serving Chicago.

Is window cleaning in Chicago more expensive than average?

Cleaning labor in Chicago runs about +5.1% versus the national average.

How often should windows be cleaned in Chicago?

Twice a year is typical; Chicago gets about 39.09 inches of rain a year, and rain spotting and pollen are what bring most homes back sooner.

Do window cleaners in IL need a license?

In IL, Illinois does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. Ask a Chicago window cleaner for proof of liability insurance, especially for second-story work.

What does window cleaning include in Chicago?

Most Chicago quotes cover glass, frames and sills; screens and tracks are often extra, so confirm before the $158-$368 job is booked.

How many quotes should I get for window cleaning in Chicago?

Two is usually enough; with 5 window cleaners serving Chicago, compare whether interior panes and screens are included.

When is the best time for window cleaning in Chicago?

Spring and fall; summer highs near 84F in Chicago dry cleaning solution too fast and leave streaks.