Experts say that winter is the best season to upgrade your home windows with tint. Why, do you ask? Well, not only is the cost of window tinting cheaper during the cold months, it helps insulate your home thus keeping it warmer without raising the cost of your heating bill.
However, not all window tints are created equal. Only the top quality window tints will provide enough protection from the sun in the summer (to avoid fading of furniture, paint and having to blast your air conditioner too often) and keep out the cold in the winter.
What You Need to Consider
- When selecting a window film for your home make sure it can block at least 55%-78% of the suns heat while insulating against heat loss in the winter.
- Be certain to hire a reputable window tinting company so that you know you are getting top quality film that will not bubble, peel, fade, or change color in the sun.
- Do some research! In 2010, homeowners could get up to $1,500 back as a tax credit due to the energy efficiency of window film. This offer still may be available in 2011 and beyond.
- Make sure the film you buy comes with a lifetime warranty.
Home window tint comes in all different shades and can even include a night vision feature. Specialized window tints will not reflect the interior of your home at night so that you can see the beautiful landscape outside at all times.
