Window Tinting can save you money
Some people get window tinting just for looks, but there are plenty of other good reasons. Photo from Quality Auto Trim.
Window Tinting has been around for many years, but is now becoming more popular than ever. People choose to tint their homes, businesses and autos for many reasons: privacy, energy efficiency, protection against UV rays, security, aesthetics and more. With the passage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, homeowners have a great financial incentive to tint their home’s windows. The legislation provides a tax credit for qualifying home window tinting projects for 30 percent of the cost of a window tint up to $1,500. This is an excellent incentive because as a tax credit rather than a deduction it comes directly off of your total tax owed. Not only is there a tax savings, but window tinting can also save up to 79 percent of heat gain from sunny weather, so it helps reduce energy costs dramatically.
Many reasons to tint your vehicle
Many people love getting their car windows tinted to improve their car’s appearance, but they also get the benefit of less UV rays invading their vehicle’s interior. UV light can fade upholstery and damage items in the car, as well as increase heat in the vehicle.
Tinting is also a safety feature: in the event of a car accident, window tinting can prevent glass from shattering and harming the vehicle’s passengers. The maximum darkness provided by high quality tints also helps to prevent theft from vehicles, as potential burglars cannot see valuables lying on the seat of a car. Window Tinting in Spokane is a great idea to due high car prowl rates. The State of Washington allows for up to 35 percent tint to be applied to side and rear auto windows.
Business benefits for window tinting
Businesses should also consider getting their windows tinted. A great tint job can look very attractive without incurring the expense of etched glass, and can be easily customized for many designs. For businesses that must maintain high security standards, window tinting is a smart choice. With the proper 3M security film, windows become virtually impervious to damage from blunt objects, bomb blasts, and severe weather. It is surprisingly affordable compared to other security measures, yet doesn’t compromise the look of a storefront like metal bars may.
How to get the best window tint
There are two simple keys to a successful window tinting project:
- Use only quality window tint films
- Hire an experienced installer to properly apply the product
When amateurs attempt to install window films, they often do a poor job of cleaning the surface before they attempt to apply the film which dramatically reduces the effectiveness and longevity of the product. Furthermore, without the proper tools, window tint film may be applied sloppily. When the film is not cut to precise dimensions, bubbling, uneven lines, and wrinkling in the film may occur, all which hurt both the appearance and performance of the film.
Spokane Window Tinting Experts
For Spokane Window Tinting, the best place to go is Quality Auto Trim. The company has been working in the region for more than 25 years and offers only top quality window films from 3M. There is a wide variety of different types of film, ranging from very affordable to the latest in nanotechnology. Their customer service is known all throughout the Inland Northwest. Their years of experience in home, auto and commercial window tinting will ensure that your project is a success!
I agree. I have tint my vehicle and its amazing. Do not hesitate to use these windows.
I have used these windows and found them satisfactory. They are not only secure but also reliable and easy to install.
Hi Rachel,
I am sorry I am just getting back with you about your request for window tint info. I just happened across this post tonight. It did not show up in my email or on our weblog. Anyway, that was very nice of James Hillman and you to speak such nice things regarding our business. Thank you, it means very much to me.
We have a legal reflective film by 3M called black chrome. It is as reflective as you can go and still be legal. The focus price for regular high performance 3M film is $189 with a lifetime warranty. I am thinking I might have one on Gus Johnson Fords car lot you could see tinted in that. The black chrome I could show you if you came to our new showroom out in the Auto Row area in the Spokane Valley. That film has a bit higher price, $239, but does have a very distinctive reflective appearance and is legal in Washington State. I would like to invite you to come by our new showroom at 8710 E Appleway Blvd in the Spokane Valley. It is a new building with a beautiful waterfall outside. It is not even frozen anymore though from time to time you may see some suds compliments of local pranksters
Hope to meet you sometime, ask for me if you come.
Best Regards
Mike Dalton
Owner
I saw your guys ad in the yellow pages and have been told by people that your store is one of the best here in Spokane for window tinting. I have a new Ford Focus that I would be interested in having tint put on the windows and would like estimates and the kind of tint that would look really great. The kind of tint that I’m interested in would be a little darker than factory and if possible the kind that would “reflect off” aka “Mirror”? I know each state has its own laws for tinting and I also need to know what is legal and what isn’t here in WA state. Your feedback is appreciated and would be very helpful to me.
Thank you,
Rachel