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Robert, thank you for your contributions. You provided info on chemicals and white scrubbies for removing hard water spots. I have to ask, are these safe on new residential windows? I have new Marvin higher end windows, got them right before putting in sprinkler. Pre-adjustment and rainy days have left spots. Not terrible, but persistent and annoying. I've tried windex, sparkle and vinegar from the kitchen with no improvement. I've only used cloth and paper towels. I'd rather have spotty windows for 20 years than damaged ones for only ten. I also want to avoid damaging the steel siding surrounding the windows. Is all this safe for me?
Daniel,
If you have read my previous articles carefully, then, yes these methods are safe for all glass.
A white scrubbie pad will not scratch glass. If though you have concrete, sand, or something harder than the glass caught in a white scrubbie pad, that Will scratch the glass.
If you are a do-it-yourselfer, I would suggest you also look at professional window cleaning supply web sites like J. Racenstein, ABC Window Cleaning Supply, Detroit Sponge, etc. for their hard water stain removal supplies and tips.
You can also call in a professional window cleaner to help you. Make sure they are experienced in this area , have insurance and references.
By the way, rain water will not harm your glass, the sprinkler system will!
Happy window cleaning and let me know how things turn out!
Sincerely,
Robert Lamb
Window Masters
www.window-masters.com
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Robert Lamb
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I'm happy to answer any questions you have regarding the cleaning and restoration of your windows. I can also view your pictures via email and give you advice on what you can do yourself and what needs to be left to the pros. I can also give advise on scratched glass, how to repair it & what caused it. Pressure washing and gutter cleaning are other areas of expertise.
Experience
Over 20 years in the window cleaning industry, owning and operating two window cleaning companies, Rob's Window Cleaning http://www.robswindowcleaning.com and Window Masters http://www.mywindowmasters.com and http://www.robscleaningservice.com
Organizations
IWCA, window cleaning network, chamber of commerce
Publications
"Window Cleaner" magazine
Education/Credentials
International Window Cleaning (IWCA) training on man lifts, awning cleaning and window cleaning.
Awards and Honors
Voted best window cleaner in Western Kentucky.
Past/Present Clients
Applebee's, Cracker Barrel, CVS Pharmacy, Dairy Queen, Dollar General, Edward Jones, Enterprise Rent A Car, Ethan Allen, Fashion Bug, Fazoli's, FYE Music, GNC, H&R Block, Hardee's, Hot Topic, Kentucky Dam Village, Kroger, Logan's Roadhouse, Market House Museum, O' Charley's, Radio Shack, Rafferty's, Remax, Sirk & Co., Stanley Steamer, State Farm, Steak N Shake, Talbots, The Buckle, The Gap, The Outback, Toys Are Us, Victoria's Secret, and hundreds of others.
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