Windows are things which no building and no home can do without. Windows do so much more than just let you look out onto the world. As such, you should do all you can to protect and repair them. The following window services are provided by various professionals.

Window Cleaning Services

Rain, smog, and air pollution cause your windows to become dirty, grimy, and difficult to see through. Professional window cleaners can help remove the filth so your windows are nice and clear again. These cleaners typically provide services to commercial buildings, but there are a handful of window washers that do residential windows, too.

Window Sealing Services

Window sealing services include sealing drafty spots around the glass, as well as sealing the windows shut. The first service helps your windows become more energy-efficient and retain heat or cooled air indoors. The second service is only used if you have some windows located in places where children are likely to fall out the windows to their deaths. When these windows are too easily opened by young children, this service makes it impossible for the windows in question to never be opened again.

Window Darkening Services

Windows may also be sprayed with a special chemical that dims the light that comes through the windows and prevents UV damage to furniture and artwork. The darkening services may also use a thin film, which adheres to the window panes. There are additional reasons and benefits to requesting this service, including greater privacy and/or allow people who work overnight to sleep better during the day.

Window Protection Services

In areas where hurricanes are a yearly problem for windows, there are professionals who provide window protection services. These services include pre-built wood shutters to cover windows and prevent damage during the storms. They also include the installation of hurricane-proof windows, if your home was built prior to a certain year.

Another type of window protection service provides thin plastic film coverings over the windows. These film coverings prevent snow and ice from collecting on the windows and sucking all the heat out of your home. You could buy these films and attempt to DIY, but it is easier to hire a pro to do it instead.

Window Repair Services

Finally, there are window repair services, too. If your windows are damaged in any way, the repair technician repairs or replaces the pane, an entire sash, or an entire window based on the extent of the damage. These services are, perhaps, the most commonly requested of all window services