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What to Consider When it Comes to DIY Window Film

There are many benefits of opting for residential window film installation in Delray Beach. Many people who realize the benefits consider doing it themselves. They often cite that they want to save money as the main reason they consider the DIY route. Before heading to your local home improvement retailer for supplies, read on to see why you may want to consider being someone other than the one to install the film.

Having home window film installed in Delray Beach is an excellent idea because it provides many benefits. After all, those who have it tend to see a reduction in their monthly energy bills, making it an attractive option. Keeping the heat from entering the home is a big draw, but so are the other benefits, including adding a layer of protection and privacy. Plus, window film helps to keep the flooring and furniture from fading. Once people have it installed, they wish they had done it years earlier.

Before doing the window film installation yourself, it’s a good idea to consider the following issues:

Materials

We use only Vista window film, which is made in the USA and comes with a 100% transferrable warranty. The local home improvement store is unlikely to have a professional-grade window film or one that comes with a lifetime transferrable warranty. The one we use is the best in the industry, ensuring that people get a high-quality product put on their windows.

Experience

It can be frustrating if you have yet to install window film. Doing it yourself opens things up for it not being installed correctly, for there to be bubbling, cracking, peeling, etc. It is easy to have issues arise that will compromise the overall look, quality, and longevity of the job. It typically takes experience and expertise to know how to properly install the film so that it is long-lasting and looks great. We have over 20 years of experience installing window film, which gives us the expertise to ensure the job will be done perfectly.

Cost

People always have questions when it comes to home window film. It’s important to be able to ask questions and have someone who can answer them, guiding everything from the type of film that is best for your situation to how to take care of it properly. This goes for DIY projects and having a professional installer do the job.

Time

How much is your time worth? Knowing how to install window film properly will ensure it is a timely project. It may also become frustrating, causing more stress in your life. What else could you do with that time, rather than putting the film on the windows? Chances are, there are a number of things that you would rather do during that time.

Even if you decide to go forward with your home window film installation, at least you are aware of the issues that may arise. Some people still like to take on the challenge, but most people are not that handy around the house or prefer to spend their time on something else. You have to determine which route is right for you and your needs and budget.

At Southern Glass Protection, we have helped people repair their DIY window film projects when they didn’t turn out right. We have also handled the installation process for countless homeowners over the last 20 years. Our team of professionals is well-experienced and can complete the project professionally within hours. We use only high-quality Vista window film, which comes with a 100% transferrable warranty. We use the best products and have an excellent reputation for handling installation on all-size homes.

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