In Illinois, most window cleaning projects cost between $150 and $400 per job, with a typical price near $250. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical window cleaning cost
$150 – $400
per job · typical $250
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Window cleaning cost breakdown
- Single-story home$150 – $250typical $200
- Two-story home$200 – $350typical $280
- High-rise or difficult access$300 – $500typical $400
At a glance
- Typical range$150 – $400
- Unitper job
- Cities covered50
What Window Cleaning costs
This covers cleaning all accessible windows inside and out for a typical home. Prices depend on number of windows, stories, and accessibility. Additional charges apply for screens, tracks, and hard water stains.
By city in Illinois
- Addison
- Alton
- Arlington Heights
- Belleville
- Berwyn
- Bolingbrook
- Buffalo Grove
- Calumet City
- Carbondale
- Carol Stream
- Carpentersville
- Champaign
- Chicago
- Cicero
- Crystal Lake
- DeKalb
- Decatur
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
- Elgin
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Hanover Park
- Hoffman Estates
- Joliet
- Kankakee
- Lombard
- Moline
- Mount Prospect
- Naperville
- Normal
- Oak Lawn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Palatine
- Park Ridge
- Peoria
- Rock Island
- Rockford
- Romeoville
- Round Lake Beach
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Springfield
- Streamwood
- Tinley Park
- Urbana
- Waukegan
- Wheaton
Frequently asked questions
Why is window cleaning so expensive?
It's labor-intensive, requires ladders or specialized equipment, and has insurance costs. Professionals also use pure water systems that cost money.
Can I clean my own windows?
Yes, but it's time-consuming and you might not get streak-free results. If you have many windows or a multi-story home, pros are worth it.
How can I save on window cleaning?
Get multiple quotes, schedule during off-season, or ask for a discount if you have easy access. Also, clean window tracks yourself to avoid extra fees.