5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Tinting Residential Windows

Solarworks Tint Blogger • March 29, 2021

Giving your home's windows the right tint requires knowing what can hinder your progress. Here are common mistakes to avoid when tinting residential windows.

Are you looking to take back control of the harmful UV rays that are trying to seep their way into your home? Do you have an interest in putting the film on your residential windows? If so, then you need to learn all you can about tinting residential windows.

Doing so can help you understand how to do the process properly and avoid several crucial mistakes along the way. These mistakes, if not corrected, can harm your property in more ways than one.

See below for more information on tinting residential windows and the mistakes you have to avoid at all costs.

1. Not Finding a Reputable Company

Not every home repair can or should be performed by the homeowner. While many DIY home projects turn out great, this isn't one of them.

You need to make sure that you hire a reputable company to both provide the right window film brands (more on that in a moment) and safely install them.

Far too many homeowners skip this part and end up frustrated with the results. In only a year or two, the film starts to peel off from poor installation. Not to mention that there might be a few noticeable bubbles between the film and window from the get-go.

Make sure that you're investing in a reputable residential window glass tinting company. They can use their experience and know-how to ensure desirable results on your windows.

How can you make sure you're investing in the right company? Use online reviews as your guide. Simply Google the company that you're considering then read up on the reviews that you find on their "Google My Business" page.

Do the previous clients seem satisfied with the results? What was the turnaround time like? Would they recommend the service to others? How helpful was the company during the decision-making process?

2. Investing in Lesser-Quality Brands

We briefly mentioned this in the last point. It's vitally important that you invest not only in a reputable installation company, but the right products to place on your residential windows.

Investing in lesser quality will land you in a world of hurt. First, the window tinting film won't last as long, so you'll find yourself spending even more on repairs or replacements shortly.

Second, the lesser film brands won't stop those harmful UV rays from coming into your house. Therefore you'll still experience high energy bills, fading color on your furniture, and so on.

The cheap window film isn't likely to hold up against blunt force, either. That means that your home will still be susceptible to break-ins and storm damage.

So, which brands should you invest in? We're glad you asked! We count on Vista Window Film and LLumar for all of our clients.

These two brands are the top echelon of the window film industry. They offer the strongest, most energy-efficient, and durable window film products on the market today.

Studies have shown that residential window film can last as long as 30 years with proper maintenance. That starts by investing in the right brands!

3. Not Cleaning Windows Beforehand

Have you ever seen a tinted window film on a house or car that looked unkempt or really messy? If so, then you've seen the effects of someone that didn't clean their windows before applying the film to the glass.

This is another reason why hiring the right installer is so important. At Solarworks Glass Tinting, we take the time to thoroughly clean your windows before applying the window film. That way, we can ensure a smooth finish without any bubbles or wrinkles.

Without cleaning your windows beforehand, you're trapping all of the dirt, dust, and pollen inside the film, with no way to escape.

In fact, we'd go so far as to say that, without cleaning the windows properly, you'll have to replace your window film within the next year or two.

4. Not Knowing the Details

Do you know why residential windows should be tinted? Do you understand all of the benefits that it can offer your home? If not, then we encourage you to learn more.

Residential window tinting can protect your home by blocking 99-percent of all the UV rays in the sun, assuming you purchase trusted brands like Vista or LLumar.

It can also prevent potential break-ins to your home. Most burglars try to break in through a first-floor window to avoid being seen by neighbors. The window film will prevent your windows from shattering, which will cause the burglar to panic and run away.

5. Not Scheduling an Initial Appointment

If any window tinting installation company tries to sell you on the initial call, cross them off your list.

You want to make sure that you're working with a business that goes about it the right way. This process should always begin with an initial appointment.

Doing so will give the company the chance to walk your property and give you a thorough estimate for their services. They can also make a few recommendations based on what they find.

This will give you more confidence and peace of mind in your purchase. You'll have more information in front of you to make the right decision.