Advanced Film Solutions, Tampa Bay and Orlando’s leading window film installation company and 12 time recipient of Angie’s List Super Service Award was profiled in the Tampa edition of Angie’s List Magazine.
When homeowners need cooler rooms, lower electric bills and fade protection we recommend NFRC Rated window film (all Advanced Film Solutions window film has been tested and documented by this rating council!)
Consumers should select a fully insured and BBB Rated A installation company like Advanced Film Solutions and it doesn’t hurt to have earned the Super Service Award for 12 years!
Advanced Film Solutions represents the world leading 3M Prestige Window Film as well as the Eastman Chemical LLumar, Vista and Huper Optik portfolio.
This portfolio includes 3M Prestige, Vista Film, LLumar, and the non-reflective Huper Optik Series.
Our installations are fully warranted and glass/window warranties are matched by our manufacturer.
That’s peace of mind; and removes any concerns that your window warranty might be voided.
Trusted window film installations by the regions most expert installers:
Floridians know window film is more a necessity than a luxury.
After all; we have more sunny hot days than anywhere else in the nation.
Our electric costs are rising and thanks to the fact that we need to run our AC 24/7, there is frankly no other method more effective for battling the heat!
Which company should perform the installation and what advanced film coating will do the best job for the best price?
Advanced Film Solutions is one of Florida’s largest home and commercial window film installation company.
We have offices in Tampa Bay and Orlando and we cover west and central Florida and beyond.
Our philosophy is to offer our clients the very best choices in window film technology.
These films have all received NFRC certification which levels the playing field in the window film industry.
Guess-work is eliminated and critical comparisons can than be made!
A major advantage for our clients is the fact that we represent more brands and choices than any other company.
Our flagship products are the 3M Prestige and Prestige Ultra film. Our Eastman Performance Films, Vista, LLumar and Huper Optik films.
Take the time to research the most effective window film solutions.
Glass entrance doors and storefront glazing were built to allow openness and visibility for retail stores, office buildings, hospitals health care institutions and notably school campus buildings.
(Lessons Learned From Sandy Hook)
Unfortunately recent events have focused attention on methods for improved safety and security since glass is easily breached with ballistic weapons and personnel and property can be damaged by blast spalling, debris and flying glass.
It’s time to implement solutions to protect our most important assets; our children, friends and neighbors!
Glass doors are also frequently subject to graffiti and scratches through normal usage.
Advanced Film Solutions installs thicker (8 ML plus) glazing films on your existing glass entry doors and windows. These coatings are anchored to the frames creating a system that withstands high impact, blast and intrusion.
Our 3M Scotchshield Ultra and 3M Prestige Ultra are top of mind for asset protection managers throughout the USA. The recent addition of the 3M 24 Ml shatter film has raised the bar for shatter resistance!
The key objective is to delay, deny and deter entry.
Our window film meets that objective at an economical cost and a swift implementation process.
Certainly administration officials and concerned parties should discuss long range plans that may include laminated glass or reducing the window envelope throughout your buildings. These are alternatives that may suit your budget or security concerns if there are extenuating circumstances.
Nevertheless our security glazing films have been installed on US Embassy, Federal Buildings, Airports and local landmark buildings, retail stores and county government offices throughout Florida and the USA.
Property management and facility security personnel can decide upon the level of visibility into the facility since we offer a wide range of alternatives.
Transparent clear coatings maintain the appearance of your building but many decision makers select modestly tinted security films to reduce glare and improve interior comfort.
In many cases security management will select privacy versions so intruders can not observe students or employees which protects them from being targeted from the exterior.
Our coatings have been independently tested for GSA, DoD, ASTM and UL facility criteria and guidelines.
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Advanced Film Solutions, with offices in Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Orlando, is Florida’s expert installation company for safety and security window film systems.
Our extensive portfolio includes the leading shatter glazing protection coatings in the window film industry.
Shattered glass caused by natural disasters, terrorism, burglary or accidental breakage is a threat to us all, at work, at home, in public places.
These thicker films offer protection from glass shards, shields from UV radiation, provide solar heat control combined films), combats graffiti and answer the requirements of insurance companies for shop storefront protection.
These films are designed to hold glass in place maintaining the integrity of the building envelope.
This protects people and assets from dangerous flying glass.
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
