About Big Apple Window Cleaning - Best Window Cleaners NYC

NYC’s only full-service window company

We clean, repair and replace glass & windows

Built on discipline. Scaled by engineering.

Founded in 2006 with a commitment to clarity, we have evolved into NYC’s leading full-service window company and facade partner.

We turned a humble trade into a high-stakes discipline. Today, we don’t just clean your glass; we engineer your peace of mind, protecting New York’s most valuable assets – one window at a time.

Trusted by 200+ landmarks

Regularly servicing NYC’s premier commercial and high-rise properties.

Owned fleet of 18+ units

One of the largest private aerial lift fleets on the East Coast. No rental delays.

Local Law 11 experts

Facilitating 600+ FISP inspections annually with our in-house rigging teams.

10,000+ residences served

Delivering white-glove service to NYC’s finest townhouses and apartments.

Commercial squad
Residential squad
Restoration divisions

30 full-time specialists.
3 operational divisions.
One standard.

We don’t employ generalists. We build elite units. From high-rise rigging to historic restoration, our teams are strictly divided by discipline. 100% In-House. 100% Insured. We never outsource our standards.

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The infrastructure of excellence

While others outsource, we own. From the academy that trains our staff to the extreme lifts that carry them - we control every variable to deliver consistent results.

Unified standard of care

Whether it’s cleaning a single apartment or replacing glass on a 50-story commercial tower, we apply the same engineering rigor.

Clean, Repair, or Replace – no job is too small for precision, and no job too big for our capacity.

Predictable building performance

One-Day Building Façade Inspection™ service: Rapid Local Law 11 compliance coupled with Virtual Clone technology for precise digital diagnostics.

Façade 360™ Program: A proactive membership that prevents emergencies before they happen.

Total Envelope Service: We go beyond aesthetics. From caulking to structural glazing—we manage the entire lifecycle of your building’s skin.

The 1% technical team

We invest in long-term professionals. We build careers, not temporary crews.

Every technician is a graduate of our internal Window Cleaning Academy (200+ grads) and holds mandatory SPRAT, OSHA & IPAF certifications.

Owned access & $11m liability

Zero reliance on rental delays. We own the East Coast’s largest fleet of high-reach aerial lifts (up to 300 feet).

All operations are shielded by a $11 Million Umbrella Policy with full NY Labor Law coverage.

The $11 million
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THE “JANITORIAL” TRAP

Most window cleaners in NYC carry basic “Janitorial” policies. The fine print is factual: they often exclude work above 6 feet and contain “Action Over” may include.

The Reality: If an accident happens, their policy may not respond. That can leave the liability with YOU as the building owner or manager.

Strong Coverage With No Height Limitations

We don’t cut corners. We carry an $11,000,000 general liability policy through American Empire (Great American), specifically underwritten for high-rise window cleaning.

Zero Height Limitations (We cover high-rise buildings).
NO “Action Over” Exclusions (NY Labor Law exposure included).
Proper Classification (Window cleaning is listed explicitly, not buried).

WARNING: Some insurance carriers exclude high-rise window operations or include “Action Over” limitations. If your vendor’s policy contains these exclusions, your building may be exposed to significant liability.

Powered by owned assets

In a city defined by height, access is everything. While others wait for rental availability, we deploy. We own the East Coast’s largest private fleet of high-reach aerial lifts and rope access, ensuring your project starts on schedule.

Extreme-reach aerial lifts

Up to 300ft Reach.
Our in-house fleet, operated by our affiliated company Alpha Platforms eliminates scaffolding costs and delays. Ideal solution for rapid facade inspections, spot repairs, and emergency glass replacement.

SPRAT-certified rope access

Zero footprint. Infinite reach.
Our Level 2 and 3 SPRAT-certified technicians deploy rapidly to complex architectural drops where heavy machinery cannot go. The ultimate solution for surgical leak repairs, discrete high-rise inspections, and historic restorations without expensive sidewalk sheds.

BMU & Suspended platforms

Heavy-duty skyline logistics.

For large-scale skyscraper projects, we expertly rig suspended scaffolds or seamlessly integrate with your property’s existing Building Maintenance Units (BMU). Engineered specifically for massive jumbo-glass extractions, curtain wall overhauls, and continuous facade maintenance.

Carbon fiber pole systems

Up to 6 stories of ground-level reach.

We utilize ultra-lightweight aerospace-grade carbon poles to safely access mid-rise storefronts and facades directly from the sidewalk. Combined with deionized pure water technology, it guarantees a flawless finish while completely eliminating ladder liabilities.

Experience excellence backed by certification

You can expect nothing less than excellence in window cleaning. Our services are backed by well-known certifications, rigorous training, and a proven clean track record.

The International Window Cleaning Association

As members of the International Window Cleaning Association (IWCA), we follow established industry standards for high-rise window cleaning. Our team is professionally trained to deliver safe, consistent results.