Make Holiday Window Displays Shine with Window Washing

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Halloween has passed, Thanksgiving is here, and winter holidays are just around the corner. Many stores have already switched over to their holiday window displays. The one downside of a beautiful display, though, is fingers touching the glass while they excitedly point out their favorite views. Not to worry, though. You can make your holiday window displays shine with window washing.

How do windows get dirty anyway?

Before setting up your holiday display, you probably worked on cleaning your windows really well. After all, they need to be clean for people to enjoy your display. So how do they get dirty, especially on the inside, if you just cleaned them?

It’s pretty easy to understand how the outside of windows get dirty. People touch them. Bump into them. If your storefront is actually outside and not in a mall, nature does its work dirtying up your windows, too. But the inside is just a puzzle you can’t crack.

The inside of your windows get dirty just like the outside. They may not be as easy for people to touch, but you’ll still have dust pile up on them. And there will be some bumping, even if it’s just from you when you’re cleaning. 

But there’s another culprit you probably haven’t considered: your cleaning products. If you aren’t using professional window washing products, your cleaner will still leave some residue behind. And your windows won’t be as clean as they could be. At ASF Clean Team, we use eco-friendly cleaners and just plain water to get the job done. So, there won’t be any grime left behind.

How can you make holiday window displays shine?

Your holiday display is already set up and ready to go. So how are we going to make those windows shine without messing it up? The short answer is that we’re professionals. We’re not going to be climbing through your display with a bottle of window cleaner and some paper towels. 

Instead, we have professional equipment we use. This includes equipment with long necks, helping us clean those hard to reach places. We’ll use our equipment, water, and eco-friendly cleaning products to make your windows absolutely gleam. 

All of the grime and dust will be cleaned up from not just the window panes, but every part of the window. This means that your display can have all of the attention, not the dirt and grime. And our technique ensures that no streaks are left behind on the windows, like your basic window cleaner may leave.

Get ready for the holidays

You have so many things on your to-do list for the holidays. When you check your list twice, you can go ahead and cross “window washing” off. Just give ASF Clean Team a call. We’ll be happy to discuss your window washing needs and how we can make your holiday season a little bit easier. Or, if you prefer, you can get a free quote online. We hope to hear from you soon.

What’s the Typical Cost of Window Washing in San Francisco?

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What’s the typical cost of window washing in San Francisco? Well, that depends. If you are looking for a bargain, that is what you will get. We have all heard the expression “You get what you pay for”. In the world of window washing, this is definitely the case. In San Francisco, for $250, a bargain window cleaning job will get you an un-uniformed individual who drives up in his own car, with slipshod equipment, and no insurance coverage. Only the window glass will be washed. Not the sills, frames, or screens. Also, if you are unsatisfied with the job, you may not get a call back. 

On the other hand, what would you expect to pay for and receive for a truly top-notch professional window cleaning in San Francisco? If you want to see an exceptional job done, it pays to hire an exceptional company. An ASF Clean Team window cleaning starts at $400. So, what do you get for this price and why is it worth it? Here’s a breakdown:

We Are A Professional Company

  • AFS Clean team is a woman owned company that has been in business for over 10 years
  • We have over 350 positive customer reviews on Yelp
  • We are fully insured with Worker’s Compensation, Employer’s Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Commercial Automobile Liability, and a 15 mil Umbrella Insurance
  • Our employees earn a decent wage, get proper safety trainings, are uniformed, and drive in a company fleet
  • We are up-to-date with new techniques, tools and use the highest quality state-of-the-art equipment

What Affects the Price?

Our prices start at $400, but can go up depending on certain factors. Like window type, window count, and debris type on windows, plus accessibility to get to the windows as these details will influence the job’s work scope. What will it take to access the windows? Ladders, water fed pole, repelling equipment, lifts, or access from inside are also considerations that can affect the price. 

Services We Can Provide

ASF Clean Team can do much more than simply clean the windows’ exterior surfaces. We can also clean the interior of the windows. In addition, the client can request that we clean the window tracks, sills, and frames, which often get extremely dirty. Our crew can also remove, wash, and re-set window screens. 

Get an Estimate Ahead of Time

Our customers can get a rapid free online estimate or request a site visit to obtain an estimate for services. Our live customer service representatives and schedulers are available 24 hours to answer any questions and all of our technicians speak English and live in the community.AFS Clean Team is particularly proud of our company and our excellent customer service. Take a look at our “About Us” video to learn more about our start in the business and our mission. We are a company that always goes that extra mile to make sure our client is completely satisfied. We will even take before and after photos, if you like! The typical cost of window washing in San Francisco can vary considerably from company to company. However, when you want to see professional results, you need to hire an extraordinary team to do the job. Our goal is to provide the highest quality service, outstanding customer relations, and superb customer satisfaction. Give us a call, we’d love to do business with you.

Busy Holiday Season for Your Business? We Can Help!

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Ah, November. It is officially the time of year where if you haven’t started shopping for holiday gifts yet, you’re behind. With Black Friday just around the corner and winter holidays following closely behind, let us help you keep things clean during the busy holiday season.

The Most Wonderful Window Washing of the Year

It’s no secret that windows get dirty really easily at any time of year. For many businesses, it’s easy enough to have your closing employees wipe down the windows and glass doors at the end of the night—unless you have high rise windows.

And during the busy holiday season your employees have more on their plates. They probably don’t have as much time to wipe down the windows. So, day after day, your business is left with windows that have fingerprints all over them. These accumulate, and suddenly you can’t see out your windows anymore. 

Instead of giving your employees yet another task while they’re already busier than usual, hire a professional window cleaning company. ASF Clean Team can keep your store’s windows sparkling clean during the end-of-year craziness.

Pressure Wash, Power Wash, Soft Washing, Rock

To be honest—it was hard putting these cleaning methods into a song. If you didn’t get the reference, read it to the tune of “Jingle Bell Rock”.

Anyways, the cleanliness of your business’s exterior doesn’t stop with the windows. You also have the building itself, awnings, sidewalks, parking lot—you name it. Some of this may be covered by your lease, but that isn’t always the case.

The outside of your business is the first part people see. The holiday season is shining and sparkly, and your building should be, too. We can get your entire exterior clean with power washing, pressure washing, and soft washing. All three of these are pretty much the same technique, but with slight differences in water temperature and/or pressure. These adjustments are made to best suit the surface we’re cleaning to prevent damage. At the end of the day, what matters most is that your building is sparkling clean, and we’ll make that happen.

I’m Dreaming of Disinfecting

A busy holiday season means a lot of people coming in and out of your business. And as much as we wish it wasn’t true, COVID is still around, plus all of the other icky winter illnesses. Prepare for the influx of people by disinfecting and sanitizing your business.

We recommend professional disinfecting and sanitizing at the beginning of your busy holiday season. That way, your building will be as germ-free as possible before the holiday shoppers arrive. Then, have us disinfect and sanitize again once the busy season is over. Or, you could go crazy and add another visit after Black Friday. The frequency is up to you.

All I Want for Christmas is a Clean Business

Dirt and germs are enough of a pain to deal with during the year. But when you’re in the middle of your busy holiday season, it’s the last thing you want to pile on. Contact ASF Clean Team today so we can help take some of the stress off your shoulders.

Why Our Tools are Better for Solar Panel Cleaning

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You live in sunny California, so you decided to get solar panels. After all, the sun’s always shining and it’ll save you money in the long run. But recently, you’ve noticed that the solar panels haven’t been working as well and they haven’t been saving you as much money. You’ve tried cleaning the solar panels, but it apparently hasn’t worked. We have a secret to share with you—this is why our tools are better for solar panel cleaning.

Our Tools Filter Water

If you’re just using a hose to clean your solar panels, or are trusting the once-in-a-blue-moon rain to get the job done, your solar panels aren’t actually getting clean. Why is that? Because that water isn’t filtered. At ASF Clean Team, we only use water and no chemicals to clean, so you may assume there isn’t a huge difference. But there is! When you use water from a hose, there’s absolutely no filtration. This means that there are minerals still in the water, and the mineral deposits will stay on your solar panels. So, even if you think you cleaned your solar panels really well, they won’t be 100% clean.

Our Tools Are Designed to Clean Solar Panels

If you go to Lowe’s or Home Depot, there is no section for “Solar Panel Cleaners”. In fact, most people just use a hose to clean their solar panels. We’ve already discussed why that doesn’t work, so you may think if you just get a rag and go at it by hand with a bucket of filtered water, you’ll be fine. But, that’s still not the case either.

How many times have you cleaned a window or mirror, and no matter how many different directions you moved the rag in, there were still little fuzzies left behind? The same concept applies to cleaning solar panels. If you clean them with a rag, squeegee, or whatever you get at the hardware store, there’s going to be something left behind. It’s inevitable because those tools weren’t designed to clean solar panels. 

On the flip side, our tools are designed for solar panel cleaning. Not only do they filter water, but there will also be no streak left behind. So, you’ll regain 100% use of your solar panel power.

Our Tools Are Just Longer

Some of you may be lucky enough to have solar panels in your backyard, but a lot of people have solar panels on their roofs. And when your solar panels are all the way up there, you don’t want to have to clean them yourself. Luckily, we have tools that can get us safely up there to clean your solar panels. Plus, we’re insured, so you don’t have to worry about what to do if an accident occurs. 


It’s clear why our tools are better for solar panel cleaning than anything you could get from a hardware store. Are you ready to make more of your solar panel investment with a professional cleaning? Get a quote from ASF Clean Team today.

Pressure Washing vs. Power Washing: What’s the Difference?

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There are so many types of cleaning out there it can be hard to keep track, especially if you don’t know the first thing about cleaning. Two of the most confusing terms are pressure washing vs. power washing. For real, what’s the difference? They sound so similar, and don’t pressure and power basically mean the same thing? The truth is, they are really similar, but there is an important distinction. Let’s talk it through.

What’s the Difference?

The main distinction between pressure washing vs. power washing is the temperature of the water. Power washing uses hot water, and pressure washing does not. While it may seem minimal, this is actually a very important distinction to make. Both use basically the same amount of pressure to clean your home or building, but the hot water is not safe for all structures. So, it’s important to keep these two terms straight, and work with a cleaning business that knows the difference.

What Surfaces are Safe for Pressure Washing vs. Power Washing?

Pretty much all exterior surfaces are safe for pressure washing. Pressure washing is the easy part, because the temperature is not nearly as hot. So, you can use it on your home, your sidewalk, your parking lot, etc. But, power washing cannot be used for everything. Often, the water is too hot to be safely used on your home or building itself. Instead, it is better to reserve power washing for more concrete structures … literally. Surfaces such as concrete are ideal for power washing because, not only are they sturdy enough to withstand the heat, they also get dirtier. Think about it: your parking lot or driveway is probably much dirtier than your home or office building, right? The heat of the water helps pull the grime up more quickly and efficiently than pressure alone. 

Isn’t That Pressure and Heat Dangerous?

Pressure washing and power washing can sound scary. The water is coming out of the cleaner at a pressure high enough to clean quickly, and then you add heat on top of that. So what happens if something goes wrong?

Hopefully nothing will go wrong, but there is always the possibility for accidents, especially if a team is cleaning an upper level of a building. Should something happen, you don’t want to be held liable for something the cleaning crew did. So, it is always important to work with a cleaning company that carries insurance for its employees. Insurance is not required for cleaning companies, but it is always a good sign that a company takes its job and safety seriously. 

Who Can Do Pressure Washing and Power Washing?

While you can buy pressure washers for home use, it is best to leave these tasks to the professionals. After all, accidents happen. If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area or Sacramento, ASF Clean Team has you covered. We provide pressure washing and power washing services for both residential and commercial clients. Plus, we have insurance for all of our employees. Get a free quote today to get a sparkling finish for your home or building’s exterior.

Trust Professionals to Clean Up Cobwebs

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Cobwebs: nature’s yearlong Halloween decoration that nobody wants. No matter how often you dust or spray for bugs, they just keep coming back. Is there some secret trick to getting rid of them? We think there is — have a professional do it. No matter how well you clean, it just can’t compare to a professional job. Still don’t believe us? Here’s why you should trust professionals to clean up cobwebs.

We’re Not Afraid of Spiders

Let’s just start with the main reason you want a professional to clean up your cobwebs: you don’t want to deal with those creepy crawlies. Even though you don’t often see spiders in cobwebs, the thought is still in the back of your mind, right? Well, it’s not in ours. We don’t care if there are spiders there; we just want you to have a clean home or office free of cobwebs and potential danger from poisonous spiders, like black widows.

We’re Also Not Afraid of Heights

We all have those neighbors who leave their Christmas lights up all year. There may also be a neighbor who looks like they’re leaving their Halloween decorations up all year, judging by the number of cobwebs they have on their home’s exterior. Can’t think of a neighbor like that? It may be you!

We’re just kidding, but cobwebs really can take over the exterior of buildings as well, even though it might not be as noticeable. And just like no one wants to clean out their gutters, no one wants to clean up the cobwebs outside of their building (especially if you’re in a high-rise office building). So, let the professionals do it. We’re not afraid of heights, and we have the equipment to make the job easier.

We Have the Right Tools

If your vacuum, duster, and insecticide aren’t keeping the cobwebs away, you may need some professional help. Professionals have more powerful tools than the average person. These tools really get the job done — you won’t even know there was a cobweb there before. Plus, like we said before, our tools can reach into really high and awkward places. So you won’t hurt your back trying to get the cobweb out of that corner, from behind that bookshelf, or from under that table.

Trust ASF Clean Team to Clean Up Cobwebs

Now that you know why you should trust professionals to clean up cobwebs, you need to choose a professional to do it for you. If you live in the San Francisco area, you can trust ASF Clean Team. At ASF Clean Team, we provide both residential and commercial cleaning services to give your home or business a sparkling finish. And how do we do this, you ask? With just professional tools and hot water — no chemicals! 

ASF Clean Team also has an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau, so you know you’re working with true professionals. Plus, if you sign a 3 year cleaning contract, your prices won’t go up and your cobweb cleaning will be free! Request a bid today to get started.

Protect Your Solar Panels with Quality Cleaning Service

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You invested in solar panels, and you should be proud of yourself. Regardless of the reason, you are cutting down on energy costs and having an energy backup that you can tap into whenever required. You are also contributing to a sustainable and greener future. However, while there are many benefits to be gained from using solar panels, they do require a bit of upkeep. It is vital that you protect your solar panels with a quality cleaning service!

If you live somewhere near a pollution source, cleaning is even more essential. With time, pollution, dirt, sand, and bird droppings can reduce your panels’ efficiency. 

How often should you clean your solar panels?

Solar experts recommend that you have your solar panels cleaned every six months to a year. You can improve your energy output by around 10-12 percent with a thorough annual cleaning. Some solar panel owners assume that rain will wash away any debris that accumulates, but rain can actually leave behind residue. The only way to get your solar panels completely clean and back to efficiently absorbing rays is with a thorough cleaning. 

However, don’t rush off and grab your cleaning brush and soapy water. Here’s why you should invest in a quality cleaning service like ASF Clean Team instead:

Solar panel cleaning done right. 

Instead of scrubbing away at your solar panels, scratching them, and leaving them worse for wear, you can take the easy route. ASF Clean Team will help protect your solar panels and get all of the build-up off. 

When you’ve used soap and water you’ve probably noticed that the soap leaves behind a film. This is definitely something you don’t want to have build-up on your solar panels. If you use the wrong equipment or chemicals, it can leave a residue behind that prevents your solar panels from working efficiently. If you protect your solar panel investments with a quality cleaning service, it can help prevent damage to them in the long run.

Instead of using harmful chemicals, ASF Clean Team utilizes very hot water. They also use state of the art equipment designed specifically for cleaning solar panels. The team uses a water purification filter, and a bristle brush to remove any muck, bird droppings, or dust that might have collected on them.

Get a company you can trust.

ASF Clean Team has been around since 2012, promotes safety, is licensed and insured, and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. We offer professional cleaning services in the San Francisco Bay Area for residential and professional clients.

We can clean your home and document the process, even if you’re not there, so that you don’t miss anything. All you need to do is let us in, and we will get the job done! You can even stick around for the first cleaning to make sure that everything is up to your standards. 

We also send reminder texts before we arrive, so you’ll never forget an appointment. We have our very own blue suits and masks, so, you can expect us to be on top of our sanitation game.

Get A Quality Solar Panel Cleaning

Once ASF Clean Team finishes, you can expect your solar panels to get back to efficiently absorbing the sun’s rays! We also offer package deals for regular maintenance at lower prices, along with a free cobweb cleaning! So what are you waiting for? Contact us today to protect your solar panel investments!

Get a High-Quality Clean for your High Rise View

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Everything is starting to get back to normal and that includes returning to the office, if you haven’t already. After being stuck at home for what seems like forever, you just cannot wait to get back to office life and your amazing view. But, then you remember … no one has cleaned the office windows in who knows how long. And you’re in a high rise, so you can’t clean the outside yourself. You pay for that view and you deserve to enjoy it. We can help you get a high-quality clean for your high rise view.

Get a State of the Art Clean

At ASF Clean Team, we only use state-of-the-art equipment to clean surfaces, including your windows. And, this may surprise you, but we only use very hot water to clean — no chemicals. We’ve found that 99% of the time very hot water is all that we need to truly clean, so why add harsh chemicals to the mix? 

How many times have you cleaned your windows with a rag or even a squeegee but still have residue left? Not anymore. Our equipment filters the water so when it gets to your windows, there is nothing left in the water to leave residue. It’ll leave your windows clean and sparkling, inside and out.

Whether you have something stuck to your window or just need the dust cleaned off, our team can handle the job. When we leave, your windows will look as good as new.

Get a Company You Can Trust

ASF Clean Team has been cleaning in the San Francisco area for nearly a decade now. Our expert clean team knows how to get the job done — and how to do it safely. We have insurance and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, so you know you can trust our team.

In fact, our clients trust our team so much that they are not always present when we are cleaning! For commercial clients, we ask that you are present for the first cleaning to make sure everything is up to your standards. We’ll even take before and after photos so you can see the difference. Once we know what the best clean looks like for you, any cleanings after that you don’t have to be present, unless you need to let us into the office. We will just get the job done. And even if you’re not there, we’ll still take the pictures and send you reminders when we’re on the way, so you’re never surprised.

Get a Sparkling Finish

You’ll never look out a smudgy window again when you get a high-quality clean for your high rise view from ASF Clean Team. Contact us today for more information on commercial window cleaning, a service length estimate, and a free quote. We offer other cleaning, disinfection, and sanitizing services as well. We hope to hear from you soon so we can make your whole office look brand new for your fresh start!

Never Use Hose Water on Solar Panels

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You bought solar panels to save yourself money. But, you’ve started to notice that they’re not working as well as they did when you first got them. Well, that’s to be expected, because dirt’s going to build up on them just like it does on everything else. You’ve heard that a lot of times rain will clean off solar panels, but we all know how rare rain is in California. So how do you clean your solar panels? Maybe you could just use your hose to wash them off? Not so fast! Before you break out the hose — stop. We’re here to tell you why you should never use hose water on solar panels.

How Do Solar Panels Get Dirty?

Before you even want to know how to clean your solar panels and why you should never use hose water, you’re probably wondering how your solar panels even get dirty. Have you ever leaned against the side of your house and noticed dirt on your body? There is just always dirt in the air that will dirty your solar panels, not to mention the bird poop and debris, such as leaves. All of this creates a layer of build up on your solar panels, which can greatly affect their energy efficiency.

Why Can’t I Clean Them with Hose Water?

As convenient as it would be, you should not clean your solar panels with hose water. Think about it. Where does your hose water come from — not the same place as your purified drinking water. Hose water is unfiltered, which means it will leave behind mineral deposits like calcium. So while you may be getting some of the dirt off, you’re just replacing it with something else that will block the sunlight.

So can’t you just use soap with the hose water? Again, no. Think about your soap. Do you ever actually get all of the soap off something? That answer is probably no, even if you think you do. If you use soap to clean your solar panels, you’re going to have the same issue. Soap will be left behind, and your energy will not be any more efficient. There is just no good way to use hose water and get spotless solar panels.

The Right Way to Clean Your Solar Panels

Now that you know why you should never use hose water on solar panels, it’s time to learn how you should clean your solar panels. If you live in the Sacramento area, ASF Clean Team can help. ASF Clean Team offers both residential solar panel cleaning and commercial solar panel cleaning. We will come to your location and do the cleaning for you — you don’t even have to be there!

But how is our cleaning different from hose water, you ask? Well, our tools are made specifically for solar panels. This includes a filter, so you don’t have to worry about any calcium build up. And, your solar panels will dry clear, with no sticky residue like soap, bringing back maximum energy efficiency. 

Are you ready to get your energy savings back? Contact ASF Clean Team today.