Is Tinting Your House Windows Worth it? Pros & Cons of Tinted Home Windows
Get the clear-cut facts on this window treatment before tinting your home windows.
When people think of tinting their windows, most often, their minds will go to vehicles. However, one of the most advantageous uses of window tinting is for homes, not cars. With that being said, you can’t just put any “tint” on your house.
The Run Down
Window film has come a long way the past 15 years. Back in the day it was referred to as “tint” as all it did was “tinted” the shade of the window. Now it is more refered to as window film. Window film can now block 80%+ of all total solar energy trying to pass through the film, even being completely clear. Security film has also been developed being clear, and able to resist bomb blast and severe storms.
The view becomes more clear when the film removes the glare of the sun.
The Pros of Tinting your homes windows
Reduction in your utility bill. You could save up to 30% on your utility bill by adding tint to your windows. This is because a significant amount of the heat transfer is blocked by the film during the summer, resulting in decreased A/C and fan use. High quality window films like SunTek even help keep the heat inside your home during the winter. Over time the savings are often cheaper than window replacements.
Prevent fading of interior furnishings and upholstery. Curtains, drapes, and upholstered furniture often fade overtime due to prolonged UV exposure from the sun. Window tint often blocks 99% of this UV light transferred to the window.
Clear Windows. Manufacturers like SunTek Window films created technology can produce window tint that is crystal clear. You no longer have to darken your windows or make them incredibly reflective to block out the suns heat. Maintaining your perfect view is now possible.
Added safety and security. We saved the best for last, taking the “pros” one step further. Safety and security films will effectively protect you against forced break-ins and natural disasters. In the occurrence of a break, the film with hold the glass together, preventing flying glass shards. Safety film has been engineered to protect your family during severe weather as well. In many instances of forced entry attempts, these films will deter threats immediately.
Here you see an incorrect film mixed with a poor instillation.
The cons of tinting your homes windows
Selecting the right film is critical. Not every film is created equal. Making sure you choose the right film for your climate is key, and also keeping in mind your budget. A budget film will offer less UV blocking, heat control, and sun control. A professional can usually point you in the right direction.
Window manufacturers void the warranty. Some window manufacturers will void the warranty with the instillation of a window film. For this reason, it is important to work with a film supplier that replaces the warranty on the window as well.
Difficult to apply. Window tint is extremely difficult to apply, installing around latches and handles can create problems in the films appearance. Industry standard is 1/8th” of light gap from the frame to the film. A trained professional is recommended for instillation.
So is Tinting my house windows worth it?
When weighing the options its obviously a no brainer. From improving the energy-efficiency, safety, and security of your windows to enhancing UV protection, daylighting, and visibility to the outdoors, the advantages heavily outweigh the disadvantages. You can contact one of our SunTek certified film specialist today at Precision Films OKC to answer any questions you may have.