How Long Does It Take to Learn Window Cleaning?

"How hard can it be to clean a window, right?" If you’ve ever asked that, you’re not alone. On the surface, window cleaning looks simple — a swipe here, a scrub there, and you’re done. But anyone who’s tried to leave a pane of glass truly streak-free knows there’s a lot more to it.

So, how long does it really take to learn professional window cleaning?

From beginner to pro: how long does it take?

In over 15 years of training window cleaners, I’ve found that it takes between 80 and 120 hours of real-world, hands-on work to become competent — not just watching videos or reading guides but actually doing the job.

Our window cleaner training at Squeegee School pairs you one-on-one with a professional. You’ll work full 8-hour shifts side-by-side with an expert, learning through action and repetition. Mistakes are corrected in real-time, and technique becomes muscle memory.

This isn’t theory. It’s performance-based training where every movement matters.

The hardest skill to master? control.

The biggest challenge isn’t climbing a ladder. It’s mastering the squeegee — the angle, the pressure, the fluid motion. There’s a flow and rhythm to professional window cleaning that, once learned, allows you to clean all day without fatigue.

From simple paintwork to complex Murals, mastering any art takes practice.

It’s not about speed. It’s about efficiency of movement.

And then there’s the eye for detail. Professionals can spot streaks, smudges, and missed edges that others never notice. That skill — the ability to see mistakes before a customer does — sets you apart.

Why hands-on window cleaner training courses work best

Sure, there are dozens of online cleaning courses. But let’s be honest — watching someone clean a window doesn’t make you a window cleaner.

That’s why we created Squeegee School, a window cleaning course built around real, live training. You’ll learn directly from a professional in active work environments, with immediate feedback and personal coaching.

You'll also unlearn bad habits, which are common among self-taught cleaners. These habits slow you down, lower quality, and — worst of all — lose clients.

Yes, you can learn this in a Week

With immersive, high-quality instruction, you can gain job-ready confidence in just one week.

No, you won’t be a master in seven days. But you’ll have a solid foundation: competent control, polished technique, and the ability to take on paying jobs immediately. Like driving a car, real skill comes from real experience. And we put you in the driver’s seat from day one.

Ready to become a window cleaner?

Whether you're switching careers or looking to start a new trade, window cleaning offers flexible income and long-term opportunity. At Squeegee School, we’ll help you learn the right way — fast.

Book a free discovery call today and find out how our cleaning course can take you from beginner to pro in just one week.