What's the ROI for Clean Windows?
They say eyes are the windows of the soul. So what is it about looking out clean windows to the spring sunshine that is so mesmerizing?
We love watching the orchestra of birds flying around, creating their homes and gathering food.
We love watching the budding trees that change daily and sprouts beginning in the soil.
We love opening the windows to smell and feel the warm breeze airing out our living spaces.
The only thing that seriously gets in the way of these great visualizations is dirty windows. The winter weather and spring rains certainly take a toll on the view.
Extending your home’s beauty requires clean windows. It becomes a must-have for staging your house.
If you wonder if the efforts to get your windows cleaned are worth it, we will resound with an unwavering YES!
There is a significant return on investment if you get your windows cleaned before selling.
Out of all the possible improvements we suggest to clients, most realtors agree it is considered best practice to invest in cleaning windows. Window cleaning is one of the most important things to get done to prepare your home for the market. According to calculations from a money magazine survey, hiring a professional window cleaner will cost an average of $200, but the ROI on the sale price can be bumped to almost $1500. That is a pretty large percentage of your investment!
There are many reasons windows make such a monumental difference and matter so much to your pre-sale plan.
Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is a significant component for buyers. Most potential buyers form a first impression of a home within a few seconds of pulling up to the door. Removing the debris and dirt from the exterior of the windows gives it a clean, lovely look. Clean windows may not be noticed as freshly washed, but the dingy, dirty windows that haven’t been cleaned will undoubtedly be recognized. Let’s face it - everyone can agree that clean windows are always preferred and show potential buyers that you care about your curb appeal appearance.
While you are doing the windows, most professional window cleaners will also offer a power washing service to the house exterior (eavestroughs, soffits and siding) to spruce up the entire exterior of your home. This amplifies your ROI even further!
Enhanced Natural Light
The value of natural light in indoor spaces is unmeasurable. Windows that are clean and uncovered for showings showcase the optimal natural light. This makes your home feel bigger, brighter, safer, and more comfortable. We spend 90% of our Ontario time indoors. Natural light increases focus and concentration and can reduce energy costs.
All in all, potential buyers will see value with as much cleaned natural light as possible. We know the benefits for our well-being and health with the calm of natural light, but this is only evident if the windows are clean. Dirty, foggy windows eliminate calm and can be anxiety-provoking to the buyer.
Protect your windows for the long term
Even if you are not selling your home or your windows don’t look exceptionally dirty, window cleaning is an essential part of homeownership and maintenance. Built-up grime and dirt that sits on your panes long-term can cause scratches to the glass and increase the dust and debris on your windows and stick. Regular window cleaning removes the dust and dirt and extends the life of your windows.
Sparkling clean windows may not be noticed, but dirty windows certainly will be! If you want to optimize your home to enjoy spring or in preparation to sell, we highly recommend the endless benefits of window cleaning.
When your windows are clean, your whole home will look more beautiful and appealing.
