The Forgotten Parts of Your Windows
When most people think about window cleaning, they picture sparkling glass. But your windows are actually a system, and two often-neglected components play crucial roles in how your windows look and function: screens and tracks.
Why Screens Need Regular Cleaning
Screens Affect Your View
A dirty screen is like looking through a filter. Even if your glass is spotless, a clogged screen reduces clarity and dims natural light entering your home. In Boquete, where we're blessed with incredible views, why settle for a hazy filter?
They Impact Indoor Air Quality
Window screens trap dust, pollen, mold spores, and other airborne particles. When you open your windows to enjoy Boquete's fresh mountain air, that air passes through your screen first. A dirty screen means you're breathing in whatever it's collected.
Screen Damage Happens Slowly
Screens deteriorate from accumulated debris, UV exposure, and moisture. Organic material trapped in the mesh can cause premature wear. Regular cleaning extends screen life and saves you replacement costs.
Track Troubles
Water Needs Somewhere to Go
Window tracks are designed to channel water away from your home. When tracks fill with dirt, leaves, and debris, water pools instead of draining. This leads to:
Bugs Love Dirty Tracks
In tropical Boquete, insects are always looking for shelter. Dirty window tracks provide perfect hiding spots. We've found everything from ants to cockroaches to small scorpions nesting in neglected tracks.
Operational Issues
Gunky tracks make windows hard to operate. You shouldn't need two hands and a shoulder check to open a window. Clean tracks mean smooth, easy operation.
Our Screen and Track Service
When you book our screen and track add-on service, we:
1. Carefully remove each screen
2. Deep clean mesh and frames
3. Inspect for damage and tears
4. Clean track channels thoroughly
5. Clear weep holes and drains
6. Lubricate hardware if needed
7. Reinstall screens properly
This service typically adds 30-45 minutes to a standard window cleaning but makes a significant difference in overall results.
How Often Should You Clean Screens and Tracks?
Screens: Every 2-3 Cleanings
Unless you're near heavy vegetation or construction, adding screen cleaning to every other or every third window cleaning is sufficient.
Tracks: Every Cleaning
We recommend track cleaning with every professional window cleaning. The small additional cost prevents bigger problems down the road.
The Full Picture
Clean glass on dirty frames, with grimy screens and clogged tracks, isn't really clean at all. For windows that truly shine and function properly, the whole system needs attention.
Ask about our complete window care package that includes glass, frames, screens, and tracks. Your windows—and your views—will thank you.