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Because the built-in blinds are encased in glass, they should not get dusty. You might, however, find that your door’s window panes get dirty. If that is the case and you wish to clean your patio door’s glass, first remove any loose debris with a small vacuum or brush. Next, fill a bucket with warm water and some mild dish soap. Dip a clean rag into the bucket and wet the glass on your patio door. Dry the glass with a clean microfiber cloth.

Although it’s essential to clean your blinds every month or two as a best practice for keeping them dirt and dust-free, professional blind cleaning is often a more practical way to go. One significant benefit to having your blinds cleaned professionally is the overall saved time, as cleaning them yourself can be time-consuming. Other benefits include:

• Ensuring that dirt and dust, which can cause health issues in those with sensitivities, are fully removed

• Increasing the life expectancy of your current blinds to save money on replacements

• Ensuring that your blinds are cleaned thoroughly and correctly, as blinds can be complex

Tipping house cleaners—including those who cleans blinds—for a one-off job is customary, usually about 15% to 20% of the total invoice. But if you have a house cleaner that cleans the blinds for you, including the tip for blind cleaning with the overall tip once or twice a year will work.

Cleaning costs range from $5 to $20 per blind, depending on the material and cleaning method.