With summer temperatures routinely breaking records and heat indexes easily soaring past 100 degrees, running a commercial property in the Tampa Bay, Orlando and Sarasota area is an ongoing battle against the elements. For property managers and building owners, this extreme climate introduces two massive liabilities: escalating, volatile energy bills and a direct threat to […]
With afternoon temperatures routinely climbing above 90°F across Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough counties, homeowners are looking for effective, affordable ways to keep homes cooler without overworking their air conditioners. High-performance window films — including Advanced Film Solutions’ offerings using nanotechnology 3M Prestige, Eastman Vista, LLumar and Huper Optik — are one of the smartest summer
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Why Window Film Makes Great Sense in a Hot Climate The summer heat is here, and for many people, that means dealing with uncomfortably hot and stuffy homes. If you live in a hot climate, you know how difficult it can be to keep your home cool, even with the air conditioner running. Summer has
Staying cool and comfortable in a hi-rise office tower isn’t easy particularly when your office faces south, east or west. If your employees, visitors, and tenants are complaining about overheated offices, blinding glare, and a total lack of privacy, it’s time to take effective action. In the highly competitive Florida commercial real estate market, ignoring
Advanced Film Solutions Solar Safety, Security Window Film Tampa Projects When it comes to upgrading your home or commercial property with window film, it is easy to get caught up in choosing the right brand, shade, or specifications. While selecting a high-quality product is undeniably important, there is another component that dictates whether your investment
June 1st marks the official launch of the hurricane season, and across the Tampa Bay region, Pasco, Hernando, Sarasota, Orlando, and Pinellas County, home and business owners are actively looking for reliable measures to protect their properties. While traditional shutters or impact glass are common considerations, high-performance protective window films have become an essential alternative—offering
It is an unfortunate reality of our times that schools, houses of worship, and community institutions have become potential targets for targeted violence and forced entry. In an emergency, every second counts. Because glass is historically the weakest point of any building’s perimeter, reinforcing these entry points is one of the most effective ways to
Florida’s “Sunshine State” moniker is well-earned, but as locals know, that beauty comes with the reality of intense weather. While we often focus on hurricanes, tornadoes and high-velocity wind events are a constant threat. In these moments, the most vulnerable part of your home is your glass. When a window fails, it doesn’t just break;
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If you’ve been looking at your energy bills or feeling the Florida heat radiating through your sliders, your first thought might be, “It’s time for new windows.” But before you commit to a messy, weeks-long construction project that costs tens of thousands of dollars, Advanced Film Solutions has a better alternative for homeowners in Tampa
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Protect the Hatchlings, Protect Your View: Sea Turtle Season is Here! Today, May 1, marks the official start of Sea Turtle hatching season in Florida. From now through October 31, thousands of hatchlings will begin their journey from their nests to the ocean. At Advanced Film Solutions, Florida’s window film experts, we want to help
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