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How Much Does Window Cleaning Cost in New Zealand? (2026 Guide)

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If your windows are starting to look dull or streaky, you’ve probably asked:

How much does window cleaning actually cost?

The answer depends on a few things, like the size of your home, how easy the windows are to access, and whether it’s a single or double-storey property.

In this guide, we’ll break down real window cleaning prices in NZ, so you know exactly what to expect.

Residential Window Cleaning Prices

For most homes, window cleaning is priced based on size, access, and number of windows.

Typical Pricing in NZ (Interior & Exterior):
  • Small home (1–2 bedroom): $160 – $220
  • Medium home (3–4 bedroom): $180 – $300
  • Large homes / lifestyle properties: $240 – $380+

These are general ranges — every property is slightly different.

What Affects the Price?

A few key things can push the price up or down:

  • Number of windows
  • Interior + exterior vs exterior only
  • Easy access vs difficult areas
  • Single-storey vs double-storey
  • First clean vs regular maintenance

First-time cleans usually cost more due to build-up. Ongoing cleans are quicker and cheaper.

2-Storey Homes (What Costs More & Why)

If you have a two-storey home, expect pricing to be higher than a standard single-level house.

Typical 2-Storey Window Clean Pricing (Interior & Exterior):
  • Standard 2-storey home: $300 – $450
  • Large or complex homes: $400 – $600+

Most of the time, exterior windows on double-storey homes are cleaned using a pure water system with a long water-fed pole, which allows us to safely reach high windows from the ground.

How pure water system works:
  • Water is filtered to remove all minerals and impurities
  • It’s pumped through a long pole with a soft brush
  • Windows are scrubbed and rinsed using pure water
  • The glass dries naturally without streaks or spots

For interiors, we often use extension poles and traditional methods to reach higher glass without needing ladders inside the home.

In more difficult cases, we may need to consider special access equipment such as scissor lifts or elevated platforms to safely complete the job.

Commercial Window Cleaning

Commercial window cleaning varies a lot, every site is different.

Larger jobs like retirement villages, apartment blocks, and multi-building sites often work out much cheaper per unit compared to individual homes. With the right equipment and setup, big jobs can actually be very efficient.

Most exterior work is done using pure water systems, with poles and specialised tools. In more difficult cases, access equipment like lifts may be required.

Best tip: get a couple of quotes — pricing can vary more than you’d expect.

The best way to get an accurate price is to have someone take a quick look at your site.

Window Cleaning in Napier, Hastings & Hawke’s Bay

Need a quote for house or commercial window cleaning? Ultrashine provides
professional window cleaning across Napier, Hastings, and all of Hawke’s Bay.

For a fast quote or to discuss your job, call
0508 485 872
or email
office@ultrashine.co.nz