Light Fixture & Chandelier Cleaning in NYC
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LETTING LIGHT SHINE FORTH
Chandeliers are one of the most gorgeous lighting options available. Not only do they provide plenty of light for a large space, but they also are aesthetically pleasing and can set the tone for the entire room, from formal to more relaxed. Chandeliers are great to have in entryways or in your dining room to add a unique feel to each space.
Total Window Service offers commercial and residential window washing services, including chandelier and light fixture cleaning. Our team of professional window cleaners has years of experience in helping homeowners and business owners in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island have beautiful windows, fixtures, and more. We offer window insulation, window tinting, and so much more. If you are looking to have your chandeliers or light fixtures cleaned, call our window cleaning company to get started today!
BENEFITS OF PROFESSIONAL CHANDELIER CLEANING IN NYC
- Have the specialized knowledge to care for your chandelier and all its components without breaking them
- Have the tools and ladders to get the job done right
- Have the experience on ladders to be safe
- Are licensed, bonded, and insured in case a piece does break
- Saves you the time, as chandelier cleaning can be time-consuming, depending on the design of the chandelier
- Leaves you with a spotless chandelier every time
BENEFITS OF PROFESSIONAL LIGHT FIXTURE CLEANING IN NYC
- Allows more light to shine forth
- Helps improve your mood
- Adds visual appeal to your home or office space
- Removes dirt, grime, and allergens that can affect your health
- Have the right cleaning equipment to put your light fixtures in their best light
- Saves you time, especially if you have a lot of light fixtures
- Helps you to destress and relax when you have a clean environment
- Gives you a great space to enjoy

It’s not easy to reach those gorgeous but inaccessible chandeliers. And who has time to clean every single light fixture in your home or business? It’s a time-consuming effort, and unless you have professional experience, you may not be doing it right! The wrong cleaners or cloths can scratch up your light fixtures and ruin the finish, making your light fixtures dull and reducing the level of lighting they give off.
Let the professional window and glass cleaners at Total Window Service handle these tasks for you, freeing you to take care of other important things around the house or at your place of business. Or, take advantage of this valuable, time-saving service and use that time you would have spent cleaning to instead do something for yourself, even if it’s just taking a well-deserved break or even catching up on sleep! Maybe you can even take that weekend trip you’ve been dreaming of for a while now.
Chandelier Cleaning
Walk into virtually any lobby in New York City and you’ll find a beautiful chandelier decorating the space. It may be an eye-catching design centerpiece, but it can be a pain to clean. The first challenge is reaching it, especially in places with extra-high ceilings. Not everyone knows ladder safety well enough to handle this challenge without risking falls and injuries.
The next challenge is the time and effort it takes to clean every little piece that, collectively, makes up the chandelier, including the column, candle cups, arms, bulbs, chains, and dozens or even hundreds of glass prisms. Instead of wasting your valuable time getting an ornate chandelier sparkling clean, let us do the busy work. We’ll handle the job expertly and efficiently for you, giving you peace of mind and enabling you to once again enjoy the beauty of your chandeliers and other ornate light accents.
Light Fixture Cleaning
What’s more, we’ll clean every fixture in your home or building for you. Have you ever stopped to count exactly how many light fixtures you have? It’s a time-consuming process to get every single light fixture dusted, wiped, and washed to perfection. Whether you’re a homeowner, business owner, or building manager, you can save time and money by outsourcing your light fixture cleaning needs. Even if you’re renting your space, you’ll want to enjoy bright, clean light fixtures; our service can make this happen for you!

Additional Services
Total Window Service offers complete glass-related services that you’ll want to hire us for to save time and be assured that the job will be handled expertly. These services include (but are not limited to):
- Skylight cleaning and restoration
- Commercial window cleaning
- Residential window cleaning
- Window film installation
- Glass scratch removing
Our team of knowledgeable, efficient window specialists can handle any glass or window cleaning, tinting, or restoration job you need done, whether in NYC, Brooklyn, or any of the surrounding areas. Think of us as your one-stop vendor for taking care of all your window- and glass-related needs.
We also offer services that will get your building façade and entryway sparkling clean so you can make a great impression even before your customers, clients, or potential business partners walk into your building. If you need power washing or soft wash for your building façade cleaning, get in touch with our company. We will be happy to offer you a no-obligation quote for any job.
So whether you need window cleaning in NYC, light fixture cleaning in Brooklyn, window film installation in Queens, or glass restoration services in The Bronx, we’re here to help you!
Contact Us Today
If you’re ready to have your chandeliers and light fixtures shiny, clean, and bright, contact us today. You can reach Total Window Service by phone or through our convenient online form. We serve the greater New York City region, and we’re ready to do the dirty work for you and leave all your lights sparkling clean!
How often should a chandelier in a NYC apartment or lobby be professionally cleaned?
In NYC’s urban environment, dust, cooking grease, and airborne particulates accumulate significantly faster than in suburban homes. Residential chandeliers in apartments benefit from professional cleaning once a year. Hotel and co-op lobby chandeliers – which are on continuously and exposed to constant foot traffic – typically need cleaning every 6 months to maintain full light output and appearance. Fixtures above dining tables or near kitchen areas accumulate grease film faster and may need attention every 4-6 months.
Does chandelier cleaning require the electricity to be turned off - and does my building need an electrician present?
For safety, power to the fixture must be off during cleaning and must remain off until the fixture is completely dry. In most NYC residential buildings, this simply means switching off the circuit breaker for that fixture – no electrician is required. For commercial lobby chandeliers wired into building management systems, Total Window Service coordinates the shutdown timing with your building super or facilities manager in advance to avoid disrupting common area lighting during peak hours.
Can crystal chandelier prisms be cleaned in place, or do they need to be removed?
It depends on the fixture design and the level of soiling. Light dust accumulation can be addressed with an in-place spray cleaning method using a specialized non-residue crystal cleaner – each prism is misted and allowed to drip dry without any contact. Heavy grease or grime buildup – common in NYC apartments with open kitchen layouts – requires individual prism removal, hand washing, and careful reinstallation. Total Window Service assesses the soiling level before recommending the method, since unnecessary prism removal on antique or fragile fixtures carries its own risk.
What cleaning products are safe for antique brass, nickel, and bronze chandelier frames - and what should never be used?
Antique metal finishes are among the most commonly damaged during DIY chandelier cleaning. Ammonia-based glass cleaners – including standard window spray products – corrode brass and bronze patina on contact and cause permanent discoloration. Abrasive cloths scratch nickel and chrome finishes. Total Window Service uses pH-neutral, metal-safe solutions specific to each finish type. For intentionally aged or patinated antique frames, we use dry microfiber methods only, as any liquid can strip the finish that gives the fixture its value.
My NYC building has 20-foot ceilings - can Total Window Service access high-mounted chandeliers safely without damaging floors or walls?
High-ceiling access is one of the most common practical challenges in NYC townhouses, loft conversions, and pre-war buildings with grand entryways. Total Window Service uses adjustable non-slip ladder systems and protective floor pads that prevent scratching on hardwood, marble, and tile – surfaces common in NYC lobbies and foyers. For fixtures above 18 feet, we use scaffolding or motorized lifts where ceiling height and room configuration permit. All access work is covered under our $10 million general liability insurance policy.
Can chandelier and light fixture cleaning be bundled with window cleaning on the same service visit - and is it more cost-effective?
Yes – and this is the most efficient way to schedule both services for NYC homeowners and building managers. Combining chandelier or fixture cleaning with a window cleaning visit eliminates a second scheduling coordination, a second crew mobilization, and often reduces the total labor time since both tasks are completed in the same access setup. For property managers overseeing multiple units or common areas, Total Window Service offers bundled service pricing for buildings that require both window and fixture maintenance on a recurring schedule.