Do you wish you had more efficient windows? Avoid high window replacement costs while enjoying energy savings with window film. This is one of the easiest, most cost-effective ways to lower your energy bills—as long as you choose the right product and have it installed correctly.
Choosing the Correct Window Tint Product
If you hope to maximize energy efficiency all year-round, it’s crucial to select a high-quality window film. After all, cheap DIY window tinting is prone to bubbling, peeling, delaminating, crazing, and cracking—all while failing to provide the benefits you expect. For your peace of mind, professional residential window film has a lifetime warranty, and commercial applications come with a 10-year warranty.
You may find numerous professional window films designed to improve solar control and insulation. These include:
- Metalized or dual-reflective window film: Microscopic pieces of metal in the window film reflect UV light and heat similar to a mirror. This reduces interior heat gain and glare and creates a better view of the outside. Enhanced privacy is another potential benefit since passersby are more likely to see their reflection than the contents of your home.
- Dyed, pigment, or hybrid window film: With this option, a special blend of dyes and pigments absorb the sun’s rays. Since the film absorbs light rather than reflecting it, the window doesn’t take on a mirror-like appearance from the outside. The result is a more natural appearance that many homeowners may prefer. Be aware that this type of window film may strain the glass in extremely hot or sunny settings. It is also slightly less efficient than metalized window film.
- Ceramic or fine metal window film: Ceramic is one of the most durable, heat-absorbent materials in use today. You’ll find it in everything from heating elements to spacecraft insulation. In window tint products, ceramic offers unmatched clarity for all the heat-blocking and energy-efficiency benefits you want without negatively affecting your view or reducing the incoming light.
Window Film Saves Energy and Money
No matter what type of window film you install, the goal is the same—to reflect heat back toward the source. Here’s how this affects your energy bills and home comfort level in different seasons:
- In the summertime, window film reflects UV rays, reducing interior heat gain by up to 70 percent. This takes some of the load off your air conditioner, lowering your cooling bills by 5 to 10 percent.
- In the wintertime, window film reflects heat back to the interior, keeping it inside where it belongs during the colder months of the year.
- Tax credits are available in many cities, meaning you could qualify for a rebate when you take this step to make your home more energy efficient.
- By blocking UV rays, window films also reduce glare and fading. This way, you can still enjoy natural light streaming into your home without squinting or worrying about your carpet and furniture fading.
Schedule Professional Window Film Installation
As you can see, professional window tinting is a long-lasting solution that improves home comfort and window efficiency for many years to come. Just remember that proper installation is critical. High-quality window film can be hard to work with, so for the best results, leave the job to a qualified window film installer. By hiring Window Genie to install your window film, you’ll save time, effort, and ultimately money by avoiding costly mistakes during the installation process.
If you still have questions about window tinting, or you’re ready to schedule an estimate for professional window film installation, please contact us today.
