Window Film Still Pays Off in a Chattanooga Winter

Window film/tint isn’t just a summer product.

Here in Hixson and around Chattanooga, glass works against you when the temperature drops. Non-insulated glass allows the heat and cold free access to your home or business. The low winter sun still throws glare on TVs and desks, not to mention that UV doesn’t take the season off either.

I’m Shawn, owner of Solar Sentinel Window Tint. We install premium residential and commercial film from XPEL. Over 10 years in business and 25+ years of combined installation experience, with a goal of an owner on every install.

Winter heat loss is the quiet bill

Unprotected glass is a weak spot in the building. Film slows heat escaping through the glass. Rooms with big windows in Hixson, Signal Mountain, Lookout Mountain, and Ooltewah stay more even. Your furnace doesn’t have to chase the cold as hard.

The same film that cuts summer heat gain helps on the heating side too. It can lower heating and cooling costs by up to 40%, depending on the glass and the exposure.

Low winter sun still cooks one side of the room

Early in the season you still get that west-facing wall that feels too warm in the afternoon, not to mention the glare to tv and computer screens.

The film handles both. It knocks down infrared heat and cuts glare without forcing you into dark glass. Many homes and offices keep a light film so the room stays bright and the views stay clear. Good quality film is meant to allow the good light, while blocking the harsh.

UV doesn’t care what month it is

Hardwood floors, furniture, and store merchandise still fade in winter light. Our films block up to 99% of UV. That’s year-round protection for homes and storefronts from Red Bank to Cleveland.

Homes and businesses — same winter math

Residential window film in Chattanooga: Lifetime warranty on residential installs. Sunrooms, lake-view glass, and bonus rooms over the garage are usually the first calls when the heating bill jumps.

Commercial window film: 15-year commercial warranty. Offices and storefronts along Hixson Pike and downtown Chattanooga get more even temperatures and less screen glare for staff and customers.

We quote within a day. After-hours and weekend installs are available when your schedule needs it. A local company that works around your needs. Always our priority.

What to do next

If a room near the glass never matches the thermostat, or winter glare is driving you crazy, call me directly at (423) 659-1000. I’ll come out, show samples on your windows, and give you a clear number.