Top Signs Your House Needs Window Tinting

Home window tinting has numerous benefits, including blocking out the sun's UV rays. Thanks to technological advancements, today's tint options are more effective and less visible. Residential films come in various colors and decorative options. However, homeowners are often unsure of the right time to get window tinting. Listed below are some situations when you need window films.

You Suffer Headaches and Eye Strain from GlarE

​If your windows let in excess sunlight at different times of the day, you likely find it hard to focus on the TV or computer. Subsequently, working on your computer or browsing through the phone gets exhausting, and you might not enjoy TV shows as much.

​Some homeowners install blinds to reduce glare and improve their comfort. However, this fix limits the amount of natural light in your home. Window tinting lets you enjoy natural light without glare. Window films are handy on west- and east-facing windows as they reflect most of the sun's light. As a result, you’ll find it easier to work and watch TV.

You Have High Energy BillS

High energy bills can frustrate any homeowner, especially if you can't find the culprit. If you live in a hot locale, running the air conditioner is the only way to stay comfortable. However, a portion of your home's energy leaks through the windows, depending on their condition. 

Window insulation is among the major benefits of window films. The tints absorb heat and UV rays and leave your house cool during summer. Window films can keep out about 84 percent of the sun’s heat, meaning you won't run the air conditioner as much. In the cold season, the window tint can keep the house warmer and ensure you don't overwork the furnace. 

Your Home's Interiors Have Sun Damage

Sun exposure can discolor, darken, and damage furnishings, antiques, artwork, and other household items. Similarly, sun exposure may be the cause of drying and fading leather furniture. Other items that are vulnerable to sunlight include photos, fabrics, and wallpaper. If there are rugs on your hardwood floors, there may be a patchwork of different colors on areas that are and are not shielded from the sun.
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Window tints are a permanent remedy to UV rays that damage home furnishings. Thus, you don't need to move around your furniture, rugs, and artwork depending on the sun's location.

You Want Better Privacy

If your neighbors live close by, you're likely concerned about privacy. Standard windows also make it easy for thieves to see inside your home. With window tints, anyone standing outside your house only sees their reflection. Therefore, your house will be an inconvenient target for any burglars prowling the neighborhood. The best part of window films is they don't reduce your outside view, and you enjoy natural light without compromising privacy.

​You Are Tired of Window Maintenance

If you constantly clean water spots from your windows when it rains, it's best to get window tints. Standard windows are also prone to scratches, unlike scratch-resistant films. Moreover, birds commonly fly into clear windows and can leave significant damage. In contrast, birds can easily discern window tints as solid objects, which protects your windows from chips and cracks.

​You Need to Upgrade Your Home's Exterior

Window tints are a simple way to increase your home's curb appeal. There are decorative tints with a variety of frames and borders, patterns, and colors. Some options even let you add customized text. Also, there are stained, textured, and frosted varieties for the contemporary homeowner. Unlike landscaping or painting, decorative tints are a low-maintenance way to spruce up your home’s exterior. 
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Window tints are your best line of defense against harmful UV rays, damaging heat, and indoor glare. At Add Outlook Window Tinting Services, we customize window film solutions depending on the amount of light you want in your home. Call our window tinting experts today for a free quote.