Seasonal Window Cleaning Guide: Keeping Your Windows Clear Year-Round in Perth

Seasonal Window Cleaning Guide: Keeping Your Windows Clear Year-Round in Perth

Living in Perth means we get the best of both worlds — sunny skies, sea breezes, and mild winters. But if there’s one thing that doesn’t take a break, it’s dust, salt spray, and sneaky little spiders setting up shop in your window corners.

At Zippy’s Windows, we’ve learned a thing or two about what Perth’s weather throws at your glass. So here’s your season-by-season guide to keeping your windows fresh, clean, and letting in all that glorious WA light all year long.

☀️ Summer (Dec – Feb): Battle the Salt and Sand

Summer in Perth is hot, dry, and windy — which means one thing: your windows are constantly under attack from:

  • Coastal salt spray (especially if you're near the beach)

  • Red dirt and sand dust

  • Bushfire smoke residue (yep, it clings to glass)

What to do:

  • Schedule a mid-summer window clean, especially after any coastal storms.

  • Rinse your windows gently with a hose to keep salt from building up in between pro cleans.

  • Clean your flyscreens to avoid trapping dust that blows inside when the sea breeze kicks in.

🍂 Autumn (Mar – May): Prep for the Rain

As the temps drop and rains return, window grime starts to stick more stubbornly to glass. Leaves also start clogging sills and tracks.

What to do:

  • Book a full-service clean before winter hits — tracks, screens, and sills included.

  • Focus on interior glass, especially if you’re spending more time indoors.

  • Don’t forget the skylights and glass doors — Perth homes love their open plans!

🌧️ Winter (Jun – Aug): Clean in Between Showers

We hear this all the time: “Is there even a point in cleaning windows in winter?” And the answer is a big yes. Rain doesn’t actually make windows dirty — dirt does. If your windows are already clean, rain just rolls off them.

What to do:

  • Take advantage of dry days to book a clean — we clean in light rain, no problem.

  • Focus on mould-prone areas like window tracks and frames.

  • Watch for condensation buildup — it can cause mould and water damage if left too long.

🌼 Spring (Sep – Nov): Time to Shine

This is Perth’s “clean slate” season. The flowers are out, the sun is back, and it’s time to let your house sparkle. Whether you're prepping for visitors, holidays, or house inspections, spring is when your windows need to be shining.

What to do:

  • Book a full clean — inside, outside, screens, tracks, the works.

  • Spot-clean between visits with a vinegar-and-water spray and microfiber cloth.

  • Consider setting up a seasonal maintenance plan so it’s all taken care of before you even notice the dirt.

Let Zippy’s Handle It Year-Round

At Zippy’s Windows, we tailor our service to the Perth climate. We know when to go hard with the scrub, when to focus on prevention, and when it’s time to rinse off months of coastal grime.

If you’re tired of guessing when to clean, ask us about seasonal scheduling. We’ll remind you when it’s time and take the job off your hands — so you can just enjoy the view.

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