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Tampa Window Tinting DIY Vs. The Pro’s At Advanced Film Solutions

You’re ambitious, frugal and handy

 AND. .

Tired of that glare, heat and fading.


You’ve heard of tinting for your car and when you walked past the Home Depot display for window tinting; you couldn’t resist buying a roll, or two of Gila Film.

So far- -so good?
 


Advanced Film Solutions has performed more than 44,000 home installations since we launched our company in early 2007.

Quite a few (too many to mention) were fix up installations.

We were called in to rip off these tints and do it right. . .the second time with3M Prestige, Night Vision,  Vista, Huper Optik or LLumar Film.

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We’ve seen our share of installers over the years.

Guys and ladies who actually do this type of work for a living; and there is a wide gap in installation skill sets and ability.

 
  • Bubbles: Too much water, or too little.
  • Gaps: The glass area between the window frame and the film. A novice leaves wide gaps that let sunlight in and look horrible!
  • Straight cuts: We use film handlers to get a factory edge novice DIY tint amateurs do free hand cuts.
  • Lines and creases: When our installers do a project there are no lines or creases. That’s because they have developed the skill over thousands of installations to do outstanding work.
  • The film itself: The film you buy for DIY installations is typically very limited in variety, durability and aesthetics. Of course; you might be a big fan of purple tint??
  • Warranty: We provide a written lifetime warranty and our 3M, Vista, LLumar and Huper Optik warranty is a lifetime warranty.
Had enough?
 
 
 
 

If you care how your home looks; then take those rolls back to Depot and call:


Toll Free: 877-575-3456
 
 
 

Tampa Window Tinting; Smart Affordable Alternative To Window Replacement

Consider:

Sure it’s hot outside and you are thinking that your windows aren’t doing the job!

You have seen commercials about new windows and that may seem to be your next step.

BUT!

We may have a better alternative:

Advanced Film Solutions window film.

We all know what happens in the long hot spring, summer and fall when the AC is on 24/7!

Outrageous cooling costs have you in panic mode considering window replacements that can set you back thousands of dollars and take more than a decade to recover the investment costs.

We offer a better alternative that is both affordable and functional:

Today’s thin film technology window film!

Manufactured by global technology companies like 3M Prestige or Eastman Chemical today’s window films are durable, distortion and haze free and warranted for a lifetime of comfort and energy savings.

Prestige multilayered optical film, focuses on IR wavelengths.

These patented films meet deed restrictions and HOA rules frequently experienced in gated communities and condominium associations.

All of our coatings are NFRC certified for performance and documented savings.

No gimmicks, games or trickery using French Fry Lamps and rigged BTU meters. Just solid factual superior performance that will transform single pane windows into dual pane performance at a fraction of the cost of a window replacement!

Our ROI is less than 2 years.

Call the Advanced Film Solutions team that has earned the Super Service Award for  ten straight years with Angie’s List and is A Plus Rated with the Better Business Bureau:

ADVANCED FILM SOLUTIONS

877-575-3456

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Tenant, Visitor Comfort For Florida’s Coolest Offices. Think Today’s Window Film

Window film retrofit applications have been demonstrated to provide immediate cost savings benefits for commercial property managers throughout Florida.

The retrofit application of Advanced Film Solutions Eastman Solar Film provides a quantifiable cost reduction in Hvac operating costs as well as productivity gains in employee performance.

Today’s durable coatings filter 99.9% of the UV rays from entering office windows.

This reduces fading of interior accessories and wood floors and paintings.

There are also health benefits considering skin cancer issues that will also be beneficial.

  • Uncontrolled daylight coming in through windows can cause glare, employee and visitor discomfort, warm temperatures, hot/cold spots, and HVAC systems to run excessively to try to keep up.
  • A building’s directional orientation can create areas that receive significantly more sunlight than others. Depending on the sophistication of a facility’s HVAC system, this can create challenges for maintaining comfort.

  • A major component of any building envelope is its fenestration (windows, doors, skylights, and curtainwalls). A 10% to 40 % reduction in lighting and HVAC costs can be achieved by improving the energy efficiency of fenestration of commercial buildings, according to the National Institute of Building Sciences.

  • According to the U.S. Department of Energy, windows account for 10% to 25% of heating bills, and are the greatest source of heat loss or gain in any building. That’s where our Low E  Films win the day!
  • According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, space heating, cooling, and ventilation account for the largest amount of end-use energy consumption in buildings.
  • Using window film to control the sun’s heat allows staff to leave blinds and curtains open and enjoy outdoor views and exposures with controlled daylight. This can improve health and well being for patients, reduce exposure to harmful UV rays, and increase productivity for staff members.

  • Window film has been proven to offer significant savings on both heating and cooling costs with metered measurement and verification of cooling and heating savings.  Studies have shown that window film can provide a significant increase in useful daylight (and in staff satisfaction and comfort levels).

  • Window film is a retrofit solution for facilities professionals who want to control solar heat gain and glare, provide UV protection, and experience year-round insulating benefits.

  • No special maintenance is required for window film.
  • Window film was named the most cost-effective energy-saving choice  when used in retrofit commercial building projects.

  • Advancements in window film have led to film options that aren’t overly dark and don’t produce an iridescent shine.

  • A study of the top five energy retrofits based on ROI identified window film as one option that offers a quick return on investment.

Glare is virtually eliminated as are hot spots and the cluttered appearance your windows may present from the street view.

Energy costs savings through the summer months as well as Low E films throughout the winter months save energy costs and provide a faster ROI

Call for a free estimate toll free: 877-575-3456

Get the best with Advanced Film Solutions 

 

Fight High Electric Bills With Sun Control Window Film

You must have noticed that your Duke Energy and TECO electric bill have increased during 2025.

You can do something to combat that electric bill!

How To Keep Cool All Year?

Advanced Film Solutions energy conserving, solar control window films are the ideal solution for keeping your Tampa Bay area home cooler while lowering your electric bills throughout the tropical summer.

The widest selection of NFRC rated solar and solar security films by the leading window film manufacturers in the industry.

Lower your monthly electric bills by 30% and stop fading and overheated rooms.

Orlando clients can earn rebates from OUC that will offset a portion of your investment.

Lifetime warranty and your views are always protected thanks to the spectacular clarity of our thin films.

Call for a free estimate

Advanced Film Solutions
Toll Free: 877-575-3456


 

Tampa’s Window Film Expert Installations For Greener Safer Homes

Today’s homeowner is concerned with owning a home that is energy efficient.

We all want to do our part and while there are many actions we can take for a greener home is may surprise you that window film is the fastest return on investment for any retrofit project.

This is particularly the case for Florida homes with single pane clear glass windows or tempered glass sliders.

The relentless heat, Uv and glare bake your rooms to temperatures hotter than the Mohave Desert. Electric bills skyrocket above several hundred dollars a month. Furnishing fade from the heat, light and Ultra Violet rays.

Advanced Film Solutions window film expert installers take the heat away immediately. Our coatings are applied to your windows. once installed these films stop the heat at the glass.

Optical clarity is maintained and these durable coatings are warranted against bubbling, peeling or distortion for a lifetime.

Advanced Film Solutions takes the guess work away because all of our selections have been documented and tested for NFRC ratings.

Thicker versions can improve your home security against impact and burglary.

Choices:

Offering the most choices is what differentiates our team from the competition.  We offer 3M Prestige, 3M Ultra solar shatter combination film, Huper Optik ceramic films as well as the incredible LLumar and  Vista Film.

We are also pleased to offer economy films like SunTek, Johnson, Madico and Solar Gard.

Call today and start living greener tomorrow!

Call toll free: 877-575-3456

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