3 Signs Its Time for New Window Tinting

Window tinting provides many benefits for a vehicle. In addition to privacy and security for yourself and your belongings, it helps protect a vehicle from the harmful affects of time and the sun. Shading helps shield the interior upholstery or vinyl from fading, cracking and discoloration. It also blocks up to 99 percent of harmful UV rays. Additionally, window tinting blocks solar heat from building up, providing a more balanced temperature. When the unforeseen happens, a tinting film also keeps shattered glass from spraying.

With all these benefits, window tinting of varying degrees has become an important part of vehicles. As with anything, eventually window tinting ages. A good window tint is designed to last approximately 10 years. Below are three signs that it may be time to update your window tint:

• Bulges and Bubbles: If any air bubbles are visible within a relatively short amount of time, this may indicate that the tint was not properly installed. Over time, the adhesion to the window may begin to come unattached. Any visible bulges indicate that the tinting should be replaced.
• Cuts or Scrapes:  Unfortunately, life happens. Whether from environmental factors or an unexpected mishap, a tiny cut will eventually grow. If tinting gets scratched, it’s important to get it replaced before it begins to affect driving visibility.
• Peeling Edges: The sun can be a friend and a foe. Window tinting blocks harmful rays, but it also absorbs all that sunshine. Eventually, the edges may begin to peel away from the window. Another sign of peeling edges maybe be a crinkling sound when rolling windows up or down.

When signs of tinting decay start to show, our expert professionals are there to help. No matter the budget, there are many after-market options to get your windows back to working for you. We provide a quality service and use quality materials to ensure your new window tinting lasts for years to come.