Tag Archives: 2026

2026, Protective Window Film For Safer Cooler Tampa Bay Region Homes

There has been a rise in smash and grab burglaries.
 


Check your own town’s crime rate here!

Home burglaries, retail stores are at risk.


There is no 100% full proof solution. 

Crime prevention and improved security covers a wide variety of strategies, but we can help!

 Advanced Film Solutions installs a thick (8 ML) security window film to your home, store windows and doors.

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This shatter film will improve the integrity of the glass making it far more difficult for a smash and grab break-in.

Advanced Film Solutions provides a complete portfolio of thick safety and security shatter control window films.

Advanced Film Solutions has completed film installations on thousands of retail stores, homes and schools throughout Florida since 2007!

 
  • Crime mitigation, delay, deters and denies entry.
  • Solar versions reduce your electric bill and may earn rebates.

  • Non reflective versions like 3M Prestige Ultra meet deed restrictions and all HOA rules.

  • Nearly 100% of the UV is eliminated.

  • Retail stores can improve security without detracting views into the store.
  • Installations can be further strengthened with anchoring systems.
Call Advanced Film Solutions for a free estimate and consultation!

 

Toll Free 877-575-3456

2026, Prestige Condominium Owners Solve Glare, Heat, Sun Damage

 We have been “on a roll” with Non Reflective Prestige Films.
 
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2026 is the Year for Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough Condo Owners to Upgrade with Advanced Film Solutions

Living on the Gulf Coast offers breathtaking views, but those expansive sliders and windows come with a hidden cost: heat, glare, and UV damage. 

For condo owners in Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties, the challenge is unique. Most Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and condo boards have strict rules against “mirrored” or highly reflective window tints that alter the building’s uniform appearance.

Fortunately, Advanced Film Solutions provides the industry’s two most sophisticated “spectrally selective” options: 3M Prestige and Eastman Huper Optik.

Here is why 2026 is the perfect time to schedule your free estimate.


The “Invisible” Solution: Heat Rejection Without the Mirror Look

The primary reason condo owners choose Advanced Film Solutions is our ability to stop the heat without changing the glass’s aesthetic. Traditional films use metals to reflect heat, creating a silver, shiny appearance.

In contrast, our premium lines use non-metallized nano-technology:

  • 3M Prestige Series: This film consists of hundreds of ultra-thin layers—thinner than a Post-it Note—that specifically target infrared light (the heat you feel) while allowing visible light to pass through. It actually has lower reflectivity than the glass itself, making it virtually invisible from the sidewalk.

  • Huper Optik Ceramic: Utilizing patented nano-ceramic technology, Huper Optik offers a natural, soft-toned appearance. It is 100% dye-free and metal-free, ensuring it will never corrode or turn purple, even in our salty coastal air.


4 Reasons to Call Advanced Film Solutions in 2026

1. Combat Record-Breaking Heat & Utility Hikes

As Florida summers continue to trend hotter, air conditioning units are working harder than ever. By blocking up to 97% of infrared heat, these films can reduce your cooling costs by as much as 30%. In 2026, with rising energy rates, the ROI on window film has never been faster.

2. Maximize 2026 Energy Tax Credits

Under current federal incentives (like the Inflation Reduction Act), certain energy-efficient window film installations may qualify for tax credits of up to 30% of material costs (capped at $1,200 annually). Getting a free estimate now allows you to plan your project to maximize these “dollar-for-dollar” savings on your next tax return.

3. “SPF 1000” for Your Interiors

UV rays are the silent killers of Florida condos. They fade expensive hardwood floors, leather sofas, and precious artwork. Both 3M Prestige and Huper Optik block 99.9% of UV rays, effectively acting as a permanent sunscreen for your home’s interior.

4. Glare-Free Living (Work from Home Ready)

With more residents working remotely in 2026, screen glare is a major productivity hurdle. Our films eliminate up to 90% of glare on monitors and TVs without making your condo feel like a dark cave. You keep your view of the Gulf or the Tampa skyline—you just lose the squinting.


Why Choose Advanced Film Solutions?

We aren’t just installers; we are glass experts with over 45 years of experience. We understand the specific wind-load requirements and HOA restrictions of the Tampa Bay area.

  • Local Expertise: Serving Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough with a proven track record (A+ BBB rating and multiple Super Service Awards).

  • Best-in-Class Crew: Our technicians are some of the highest-rated in the world, ensuring a “factory-finish” installation on every slider and window.

  • Lifetime Warranty: Our films are backed by the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling, or fading.

Pro Tip: 3M Prestige films are designed to perform best when the sun is at its highest and hottest angle—providing the most protection exactly when you need it most.


Ready to stay cool in 2026?

Don’t wait for the first record-breaking heatwave of the year to protect your investment and your comfort.

Contact Advanced Film Solutions today for your free, no-obligation estimate.

  • Toll-Free: 877-575-3456

  • Tampa/Hillsborough: 813-949-3456

If you have earned the best Sun protection and incomparable clarity than Huper Optik is the film for you!

 

Call Advanced Film Solutions 

877-575-3456

2026, Solar Shatter Protection Window Film For Tampa Comfort & Safety

Property managers have plenty to worry about but unhappy clients due to hot offices, glare and UV problems can be easily resolved with today’s window film solutions.

Glazing solar and solar security films are built to last. These durable coatings filter out glare, heat and 99.9% of the UV.

Thicker (8 Ml +) shatter protection fragment retention films can not only filter the heat but these films harden glass making it extremely difficult for thieves to break through doors or windows. (Recent news story!)

Lease holders will experience lower utility costs thanks to lowering demand for AC or heating (Low E Films insulate windows throughout the entire year!)

Local power companies offer commercial rebates for films that meet their requirements and Advanced Film Solutions installs more selections than any other company in Florida.

Furnishings, paintings, carpets and wood floors will have the protection of these UV blocking coatings and thanks to our wide variety of choices your clients will design exactly how they want their windows to look.

Non reflective choices from 3M Prestige Ultra won’t alter the appearance of the glass!

Call Advanced Film Solutions for a free estimate.

Toll Free: 877-575-3456