Been cleaning windows professionally in Indianapolis for a while now, and the #1 mistake I see homeowners make? Using paper towels and Windex.

Here's the thing — paper towels leave lint, and most glass cleaners leave a residue that attracts dust faster. You end up in an endless cycle.

What actually works:

1. Dawn dish soap + water — a few drops in a bucket. That's it. No fancy chemicals needed.

2. Use a squeegee, not paper towels. One clean pull and you're done. Pro tip: wipe the blade between each pass.

3. Clean on a cloudy day. Direct sunlight dries the soap before you can squeegee it off, which causes streaks.

4. Don't forget the tracks and screens. Dirty tracks mean dirty water dripping onto clean glass the next time it rains.

Most homes in Indy have hard water buildup too — that white haze on your exterior glass? That's mineral deposits. A vinegar/water mix (50/50) handles light buildup. For heavy stuff, you need professional-grade tools.

We handle all of this at M&J Windows — residential and commercial across the Indy metro. Monthly plans start at $500/mo (2 cleanings + priority scheduling + free screen cleaning), or grab a single clean for $300.

Your windows are literally what people see first. Make them count.