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Winter Haven Cultural Center Window Film, Advanced Film Solutions

When municipalities contract for a window film project they typically post bid notices that create a competitive process for the best value and pricing.

Frequently the low bid wins.

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There are situations, however when the low bid can not meet the proper requirements for insurance coverage, workers comp or product specified. Fortunately for Advanced Film Solutions the low ball bidder was unable to meet the specified requirements.

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In the case of the City Of Winter Haven Cultural Center Advanced Film Solutions was awarded the bid because we provided the proper credentials coupled with the best price.

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Our team of installers tackled this project which was allotted an entire week.

Thanks to the efficiency and number of our crew we are able to meet all requirements and complete several thousand square feet of removal and replacement in less than two days.

Advanced Film Solutions has grown into one of the highest volume window film installation companies in the country.

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Our unmatched selections include the entire Eastman portfolio of films along with Madico. Solar Gard, Hanita, Johnson and Geoshield.

Our flagship product solutions boast Vista Film, LLumar and of course Huper Optik ceramic films.

Our team has earned the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for 8 consecutive years, The Best Of Home Advisor Award and of course an A Plus Rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Value, pricing, performance and meeting all requirements is our continued goal.

Residential, commercial or government projects; your window film company is Advanced Film Solutions.

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

Signed in Blood-New Tampa Window Tinting DNA Selling Technique

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Lesson learned-Carry Band-Aids on estimates!

OUCH!!

There is a skill in using a tape measure, “believe it or not.”

You know the type I mean. .

That metal tape measure that rewinds at the push of a button?

Having sold commercial jobs for many years (the good old days?) I always had someone with me that would do the “take-off” measurements.

This obviously was a whole lot easier than doing it myself!

Now taking accurate measurements is a fundamental skill and the consumer can easily tell if you have been around a tape measure before!

The first few estimates I gave were comedic with all the pure fumbling and bumbling with my new Home Depot bought ruler.

I could chalk it up to a new selling technique but several consumers simply grabbed the tape measure from me and offered to “do it themselves!”.

Well, like everything else in life; the more you do something the better you get at it.

After thousands of estimates I had become the “Wyatt Earp” of tape measure.

Fastest Tape Gun in The State!!

Sure enough I show up right on time (thank you GPS!) and rang the doorbell.

The conversation ensued and eventually it was time to measure and show off my well honed tape measure skills.

Somehow until that moment it had never dawned on me just how sharp the edge is on my trusty wonder measurer.

Now don’t get me wrong, you can’t shave with it, but I quickly discovered the sharp side of the force when I immediately sliced my thumb. .ouch!!

Remember this is the very first window and there’s at least 40 more to measure.

“Excuse me Mr. Prospective customer. .do you happen to have a band-aid??? Oops. .err. .paper towel??”

Plus. . I’m the type of nut that doesn’t react well to the sight of blood, particularly my own!!

Being the trooper I am- -I tried valiantly to measure the rest of the windows and write down the results on my quotation sheet. Messy- -messy.

Mr. Prospect says: “Are you OK?? You kind’a look pale.”

Just when I am about to calculate the totals, my thumb wrapped like a mummy with Bounty (that stuff really works!) who walks in but a local Solar Gard dealer!!

Sammy SolarGard says: “Cut yourself. .eh??” (leave it to him to be so observant!)

We exchange pleasantries- – I tell Sammy that the consumer had cut me as a warning to get the best possible price and that he sure got my attention!!

The customer laughed, but Sammy Solargard looked a bit concerned.

I assured my competition that I was joking. (Of course I didn’t explain how I cut myself taking measurements.

I figure it’s a “Man Thing” best left private)

I hand my estimate to the customer a far distance away from Sammy.

Blood on the form and all.

I joked “that our business is signed in blood and that my DNA assures a quality job.”

“By the way. .I tell him. .this finger cutting technique is a new method of assuring that our customers remember us!”

“We’ll jump through hoops to earn your business!”
The conclusion?

We install Monday at 9 AM.

My finger still hurts like heck, and every time I pull out that tape measure I get a chill!!

The wonders of self employment!

Advanced Film Solutions
877-575-3456

Brand Beware’ness Vs. Brand Awareness Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota Window Tinting

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There is nothing more ironic or perhaps “karmic” than my company representing VISTA Films, FormulaOne Performance Films, Armorcoat, Madico and Huper Optik Ceramic Films.

Honestly, after 33 years spent at 3M, who’d have thunk it?

The halo effect from Scotch Tape, and Post-It Notes are well known and 3M dealers are wise to promote that positive brand identity.

But does their window film equal that brand proposition?

Consumers are following the decision-making trend that has been well documented for the last several years.

They select performance over brand recognition when given the choice of an equal or better product at a better price!

“A study by retail-industry tracking firm NPD Group found that nearly half of those who described themselves as highly loyal to a brand were no longer loyal a year later. Even seemingly strong names rarely translate into much power at the cash register. Another remarkable study found that just 4 percent of consumers would be willing to stick with a brand if its competitors offered better value for the same price.”

We are not offering equal performing solutions at a lower price!

We offer superior performing solutions and as for the price; let’s have at it!

The opportunity throughout Florida and the USA is terrific.

We can’t lose when we match our solutions against theirs.

See for yourself.

Call that local 3M dealer or their Home Depot Window Film depot agents; then call:

Advanced Film Solutions

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Toll Free at 877-575-3456

You’ll discover why we have earned over 9000 home and commercial building installations in Florida since we launched the company in May 2007.

Tampa Buggiest City Compelling Reason For Window Tinting

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Blow your horns!!

Raise The Roof

Tampa has the distinction of being the nations buggiest city (no; I am not kidding!)

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There is just another compelling reason for having window film installed on your home’s glass.

You stay inside during the summer because of the intense heat and humidity.

Swarming insects and potential bug bites will only drive more folks inside.

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When you get home are your rooms hot?

Are your furnishings fading from the heat, light and UV?

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How about that stinging electric bill?

If that doesn’t bug you, what will?

Call Advanced Film Solutions for a free estimate!

Toll free: 877-575-3456

We’ll make your home cool and glare free.

Those electric bills will be 30% lower .

Tampa is buzzing about Advanced Film Solutions!

Consumer Window Tinting Comparison Advanced Film Solutions Vs. 3M

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Thanks to the power of the Internet, consumers have incredibly detailed resources to conduct their own research on nearly any product or solution.

It’s no different for investigating window film solutions for homeowners in Tampa Bay, Orlando or throughout the USA.

Let’s assume that you recognize that window film is the right solution for glare, heat, uncomfortable rooms, rising electric costs and fading.

There are scores of choices and companies who are all vying for your business.

You may be familiar with certain brands and that’s understandable. After all you have heard of Scotch Tape and 3M Post-It Notes; so that 3M logo might be tempting.

As an independent window film solutions provider Advanced Film Solutions established a differentiation strategy that allows our clients to find the perfect film for their specific requirements.

Our background (33 years at 3M) and more recently the last 14 years as Florida’s fastest growing residential and commercial window film installation company is unmatched in Tampa Bay and the Orlando region.

Our commitment to detail and superior customer service has been recognized by Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner for8 straight years!

We are also proud of our Accredited A Plus Rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Is there a difference in the optical clarity of one film versus another?

There are differences in optical clarity between the various window film brands. Advanced Film Solutions recommends VISTA, LLumar and Huper Optik Films that offer pristine clarity and unmatched durability.
When in doubt; we recommend that you compare the actual window film being proposed in a side-by-side comparison. Advanced Film Solutions has never lost this “see for yourself” comparison.
How about reflectivity?
Most manufacturers produce reflective, dual reflective and non reflective window films to meet a variety of consumer requirements.
Reflective metallic films are effective in keeping the heat from entering your home.Advanced Film Solutions recommends our Vista dual reflectives based on the heat rejection, durability and optical clarity that are mandatory for Interior Designers.
Non-Reflective Films:

Ideal for HOA rules and deed restrictions the best alternative is Huper Optik. They have outstanding durability, clarity and superior heat rejection.

Huper Optik is available in a wide range of light transmissions and all are less reflective than glass.
We have seen 3M Prestige at Home Depot and they claim that this film works better at an angle (like when the Sun is at 3 PM or 9 AM) they also claimed that their film blocks more heat than silver reflective films or very dark films. Is this accurate?

The short answer is an emphatic – NO!
All window films and glass itself appear to work better when the heat source is at an angle to the glass. This is not unique to 3M Prestige Film or frankly any window film.
But we saw a heat lamp demo and we could actually feel a dramatic reduction in heat with a clear Prestige Film? Seeing is believing!How could such a great demo be inaccurate or misleading?
The trick is fairly easy to explain.
The french fry lamp blasts IR heat in a narrow wavelength.

The Prestige film blocks IR wavelengths in this bandwidth.

The BTU meter is configured to measure IR heat in that specific wavelength. In other words it’s a snake oil trick.

Summary:

There are important differences between the various window film solutions available.

Advanced Film Solutions consultants can explain the differences and customize the perfect solution for your home.

We win supported by facts over perception and our clients reap the reward of a lifetime of comfort and energy cost savings.

Advanced Film Solutions

Tampa Bay -Orlando

877-575-3456

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Category Archives: UV and Fade Protection Film

Winter Haven Cultural Center Window Film, Advanced Film Solutions

When municipalities contract for a window film project they typically post bid notices that create a competitive process for the best value and pricing.

Frequently the low bid wins.

Our flagship product solutions boast Vista Film, LLumar and of course Huper Optik ceramic films.

Value, pricing, performance and meeting all requirements is our continued goal.