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Clean hard-to-reach outside windows with extension poles, magnetic cleaners, or garden hoses. Always work from the top down using steady horizontal motions to prevent streaks. Regular cleaning and ...

When I was a kid, my mother would often quip at the sight of large, multistory homes: “Yeah, but who’s going to clean all those windows?” In her mind, she was probably imagining one person ...

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A dish soap solution makes a powerful DIY window cleaner that cuts through grime without leaving streaks. Avoid cleaning windows in direct sunlight and be sure to use clean tools to avoid streaks.