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Window Cleaning in New York, NY

Compare 8 local window cleaning pros. Typical service: $186–$434.

Top Window Cleaning Companies in New York

  1. 1.Big Apple Window Cleaning

    5.0★ (996 reviews)

    5.0★ from 996 reviews

    +12126970272Website

  2. 2.Best Local Window Cleaning

    5.0★ (327 reviews)

    5.0★ from 327 reviews

    +12123803343Website

  3. 3.Empire Window Cleaning

    5.0★ (294 reviews)

    5.0★ from 294 reviews

    +19293375284Website

  4. 4.Prime Window Cleaning

    5.0★ (183 reviews)

    5.0★ from 183 reviews

    +17184964535Website

  5. 5.All State Window Cleaning

    4.7★ (72 reviews)

    4.7★ from 72 reviews

    +13476827108Website

  6. 6.2 Tone Wash LLC

    5.0★ (40 reviews)

    5.0★ from 40 reviews

    +17186352698Website

  7. 7.Bella window washing

    5.0★ (21 reviews)

    5.0★ from 21 reviews

    +17185517462Website

  8. 8.Sky Clean

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +13475660614Website

Window Cleaning Cost in New York

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

ServiceTypical range in New York
Whole-house window cleaning$186–$434/job
Per window, inside and out$10–$20/window

Window Cleaning prices in New York run about 24% 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 8 companies serving New York, rated 5.0★ on average across 1,940 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New York's weather means for scheduling window cleaning.

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

No permit typically required

  • New York 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: www.nyc.gov, www.epa.gov

Window Cleaning FAQs for New York

How much does window cleaning cost in New York?

Professional window cleaning for a typical New York home runs $186-$434, inside and out.

How many window cleaning companies serve New York?

We track 8 window cleaning companies serving New York.

Is window cleaning in New York more expensive than average?

Cleaning labor in New York runs about +23.9% versus the national average.

How often should windows be cleaned in New York?

Twice a year is typical; New York gets about 46.6 inches of rain a year, and rain spotting and pollen are what bring most homes back sooner.

Do window cleaners in NY need a license?

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

What does window cleaning include in New York?

Most New York quotes cover glass, frames and sills; screens and tracks are often extra, so confirm before the $186-$434 job is booked.

How many quotes should I get for window cleaning in New York?

Two is usually enough; with 8 window cleaners serving New York, compare whether interior panes and screens are included.

When is the best time for window cleaning in New York?

Spring and fall; summer highs near 85F in New York dry cleaning solution too fast and leave streaks.