Summit Avenue, University Heights, Shorewood Hills
Hand-applied soft wash on a 1948 wood clapboard home on Summit Avenue — slow application and hand rinse around all 18 original window casings; no water intrusion, full exterior algae removed
Shorewood Hills: village of approximately 2,000 residents in Dane County, WI — an affluent lakeside community between UW-Madison campus and Lake Mendota
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Shorewood Hills's most thorough window cleaning — every pane, track, screen, and sill, inside and out. Our pure water technology leaves zero residue or streaks, and our exclusive Quarterly Protective Coating keeps your windows cleaner up to 3x longer between visits. No chemicals on your glass. No ladders leaning on your siding. Just spotless results from a crew that treats your home like their own.
Serving the University Heights neighborhood in Shorewood Hills and surrounding areas.
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What is window cleaning like in University Heights, Shorewood Hills, WI?
University Heights is the UW-Madison-adjacent residential neighborhood that flows seamlessly into Shorewood Hills village, featuring stately 1920s through 1950s homes along Summit Avenue, Prospect Avenue, and surrounding streets with original wood clapboard, masonry, and architectural character that has been carefully maintained by generations of homeowners and faculty. The Total Wash Co. has been serving University Heights homeowners since 2021 and we are very familiar with the original wood clapboard construction that defines this neighborhood. Water intrusion behind original window casings is the single most consequential risk we manage on every University Heights house wash — any water that gets behind a 1940s casing on painted wood can cause paint failure within one season and lead to rot in historic trim. We hand-apply and hand-rinse every University Heights exterior wash. We do not use wands or downstream injection patterns that could force water at angles into casing gaps. Several University Heights customers have been on our annual plan for multiple seasons, and we have never had a paint failure or moisture intrusion issue on any property we've cleaned here.
Representative examples of the exterior cleaning we take on around Shorewood Hills. Scope and pricing are quoted per property.
Summit Avenue, University Heights, Shorewood Hills
Hand-applied soft wash on a 1948 wood clapboard home on Summit Avenue — slow application and hand rinse around all 18 original window casings; no water intrusion, full exterior algae removed
University Heights, Shorewood Hills
Hand-applied soft wash on a 1952 wood clapboard Colonial in University Heights — careful masking and slow application around all window casings prevented any water intrusion behind trim
Shorewood Hills, Shorewood Hills
Twice-annual gutter service on a Shorewood Hills estate — University elm canopy fills gutters completely in three weeks during leaf drop; both visits cleared solid-packed debris
Here's what's included with every window cleaning job — no add-ons, no surprises.
Streak-free hand cleaning of all interior glass surfaces using professional squeegee techniques.
Pure water / water-fed pole technology for spotless exterior glass without ladders on most homes.
Complete removal, hand washing, drying, and reinstallation of all window screens.
Vacuum and hand-detail every window track, sill, weep hole, and frame for a thorough finish.
Specialized compound treatment to dissolve mineral deposits, sprinkler stains, and calcium buildup from glass.
Triple-track storm windows and removable inserts — fully removed, cleaned, and reinstalled.
Multi-pane French doors, sliding glass doors, and transoms cleaned inside and out.
Our exclusive hydrophobic nano-coating repels water, dirt, and grime for up to 3 months between cleanings.
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Our proven 5-step process delivers consistent, professional results every time.
Walk the property with you, count windows, note stains or damage, and confirm the scope of work.
Lay drop cloths inside, move items from sills, and prep our cleaning solution for your specific glass type.
Water-fed pole or ladder access for every exterior pane, followed by a pure water rinse for a spot-free finish.
Hand squeegee every interior pane, detail edges and corners, and wipe frames and sills.
Inspect every window together, address any concerns on the spot, and leave your home spotless.
University Heights blends academic charm with residential elegance, featuring homes owned by UW faculty, professionals, and long-time Madison families. Our team respects the intellectual and aesthetic sensibility of this neighborhood, delivering thorough service with clear communication and minimal disruption. We handle everything from classic bungalows to stately professorial residences with equal professionalism.


From Blackhawk Country Club to neighborhoods throughout Shorewood Hills, we bring professional cleaning services right to your door.
University Heights' narrow lots and close-set homes limit access for equipment and create shaded corridors between buildings where mildew thrives. Street parking congestion from university activity can complicate service vehicle positioning. Many homes feature original early-twentieth-century construction with painted wood, brick, and plaster details that require knowledgeable, careful treatment.
We schedule Shorewood Hills window cleaning around Lake Mendota's humidity cycle and the University Avenue campus calendar, and both residential and commercial accounts follow the same rhythm. A May visit clears spring pollen from village and University Heights homes along with the storefronts and offices lining University Avenue, timed after the worst of the tree-pollen season. A second visit in September addresses the hard-water spotting that builds through a full summer of lake-driven humidity; this affects lakefront estate homes near Blackhawk Country Club just as much as any commercial building close enough to the shore to catch the same moisture. University Avenue commercial accounts on a maintenance contract get priority early-morning scheduling so glass is clean before campus foot traffic and business hours begin, and we work around major game-day weekends when access gets tighter. Fall service on both house and storefront glass focuses on the elm and oak leaf drop that fills window sills and tracks throughout the village. Residential annual-plan customers and commercial contract accounts both get first pick of preferred scheduling weeks each spring.
Schedule exterior services during summer break or semester breaks when street parking is lighter and access is easier. We can position equipment more efficiently during lower-traffic periods, which translates to faster service and less disruption for you and your neighbors.
Commercial client — The Madisonian
“They did a wonderful job here at The Madisonian! Would recommend them to everyone!”
Lauri Stamps
Madison, WI
Great communication start to finish
“Ashton arrived to clean out our impossibly high gutters. I was impressed with the efficiency! I really appreciated the communication. A text reminding of day and time. Also a notification when they were on the way. All on time!!!!”
Nancy Curtin
Madison, WI
Last-minute seasonal booking
“Experience with snow removal has been top notch! We were worried we wouldn't find someone in time this year but Ashton was prompt and efficient.”
Anita Hemmingway
Madison, WI
Representative customer feedback — illustrative of the results we aim for, not independently verified Google reviews.
Consistent crew year over year
“Second year using them for our windows. Same great crew, same great results. They remembered our dogs' names and where we keep the spare key. That's the kind of service you can't find anymore.”
Mike Patterson
Shorewood Hills, WI
Hard water stain removal
“Crystal clear windows from top to bottom. They used a water-fed pole system that left zero streaks. Even got the hard water stains off our bathroom skylights that I thought were permanent.”
David Hernandez
Fitchburg, WI
Caught cracked window seal
“Best window cleaning we've ever had. They pointed out a cracked seal on one of our double-pane windows before starting — saved us from water damage. Will absolutely use them every spring.”
Tom & Linda Novak
Waunakee, WI
Most Shorewood Hills homes run $199–$399 depending on window count, stories, and interior vs. exterior. Full interior + exterior packages for 1,500–2,500 sq ft homes run $315–$570. Hard water stain treatment is an add-on. Get an instant quote in under 2 minutes.
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Complete house washing and soft wash services to restore your home's curb appeal.
Exterior Cleaning in University HeightsProfessional pressure washing for driveways, patios, decks, and every type of stain.
Surface Cleaning in University HeightsComplete gutter cleaning, maintenance, and protection to prevent costly water damage.
Gutter Services in University HeightsHoliday lighting installation, snow removal, de-icing, and seasonal property maintenance.
Seasonal Services in University HeightsSpecialty cleaning for solar panels, skylights, chandeliers, post-construction, and more.
Additional Services in University HeightsRestore lost energy output with a deionized water rinse that won't void your manufacturer warranty. Zero soap. Zero chemicals. Just pure water.
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