If you are looking to get an accurate and fast estimate online, please send us pictures of your windows at our email [email protected], and please include your building’s exact address, so we could google it to see what type of windows you have. It will help us provide you with a more accurate quote. Thank you.
Reduce heat gain and block up to 99% UV radiation without significantly changing your view. Ideal for south- and west-facing apartments, offices, and retail spaces. Available films: Silver Series, PureVue Ceramic, TrueVue, Sentinel Plus, Sterling Commercial, Solar Gard line.
Premium architectural films from the Panorama Elite Network. Available films: Ecolux Low-E, CX, Slate, Hilite, Silver Ag Low-E — engineered for NYC’s mixed-climate demands and compatible with Local Law 97 energy compliance documentation.
One-way mirror films, frosted/etched-look films, and custom decorative patterns. Available: One-Way Mirror Film, Frosted Film, Decorative Film. Maintains natural light while blocking sightlines.
Armorcoat safety films hold shattered glass in place after impact — reducing injury risk from break-ins, blasts, or accidents. Available: Armorcoat Clear, School Safety Film. Certified installer for Armorcoat Safety & Security Film (cert. February 2022).
Window film as an energy retrofit: Low-E winter insulation film reduces heat loss through glass, lowering heating costs without window replacement. See also: fading mitigation solutions and technical film definitions.
GraffitiGard sacrificial film absorbs acid etching and vandalism. When damaged, the film — not the glass — is replaced. Widely used on NYC storefronts, subway-level glazing, and ground-floor retail.
Apartments, condos, and private homes throughout NYC. Interior installation with full surface protection — no furniture removal required in most cases. Online estimates available for straightforward projects: send photos and dimensions, get a price without a site visit. See: Residential Window Film Tinting.
Office buildings, retail, hotels, and multi-tenant properties. We work around business hours and coordinate with building management for access. COI and NYC DOB documentation provided on request. See: Window Film Prices NYC.
Fill out the form, call, or email photos of your windows with dimensions. We respond same day for simple residential projects.
Free site visit to verify glass type, assess access requirements, and confirm film compatibility. Required for commercial, high-rise, and safety film installations.
Detailed pricing within 24–72 hours. Includes film product, labor, and any access equipment required.
We bring samples matched to your goals and budget. For large commercial projects, we schedule a dedicated selection meeting before ordering.
Approve the quote and pay 50% deposit. Film is ordered if not in stock — typical lead time up to 3 business days.
Our crew cleans the surface, applies the film, and trims all edges. Final walkthrough together — curing timeline documented in writing, touch-ups on the spot.
Window film selection isn’t one-size-fits-all. Before recommending a product, we assess glass type, orientation, building use, and your primary goal — heat rejection, privacy, safety, or compliance. Every installation starts with a diagnostic, not a sales pitch.
GLASS ASSESSMENT We verify glass type (annealed, tempered, laminated, or Low-E coated) before any film is specified. Certain films are incompatible with specific coatings and can cause seal failure or thermal stress in IGUs. This step prevents costly mistakes.
SOLAR ANALYSIS South- and west-facing glass in NYC gains significantly more heat than north-facing. We calculate solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and visible light transmission (VLT) targets based on your orientation and comfort goals before specifying a film.
FILM SAMPLING We bring physical samples to your property or mail them in advance. You see the film in your actual lighting conditions — not in a showroom. Commercial projects include a mock-up panel on request.
AUTHORIZED PRODUCT SOURCING As authorized dealers, we source Solar Gard and Armorcoat directly from manufacturers — not through distributors. This means genuine product, full manufacturer warranty support, and access to the complete film catalog including lines not available through third-party suppliers.
CONTROLLED INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT Film is applied to a thoroughly cleaned surface in a dust-minimized environment. All edges are trimmed to within 1/16″ of the frame. Standard films require up to 30 days to fully cure; safety films up to 90 days — we document this in every client handoff.
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Interior and exterior cleaning for every building type — from 40-story high-rises to Brooklyn brownstones. SPRAT and IRATA rope-access certified. No scaffold rental required.
Acid graffiti etching, construction scratches, and oxidation deposits removed using the Glass Renu professional system. We restore glass — or tell you upfront if replacement is the only option.
Brick, concrete, stone, and metal panel facades. Soft-wash systems for historic materials, high-pressure for heavy soiling. DOT permits included for street work.
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Send photos of the windows, approximate dimensions (width × height), and your building address. Include your film goal — solar control, privacy, safety — or let us recommend. We respond same day for most residential projects.
Depending on the product, manufacturer warranties range from 3 to 16 years, with Limited Lifetime coverage on select Solar Gard and Panorama lines. Film longevity depends on glass orientation, sun exposure, and whether the film is interior or exterior-mounted.
Yes — with qualification. Not all films are compatible with all IGU configurations. Darker or highly reflective films can cause thermal stress in certain sealed units, leading to seal failure. We evaluate each window unit individually before recommending a product, and will tell you if a specific film isn’t suitable for your glazing.
Solar control films alter the appearance of glass to varying degrees — from nearly invisible to reflective silver or neutral bronze. We bring physical samples to your property so you see the result in your actual lighting before committing.
Solar control film primarily reduces heat and UV coming in through the glass. Low-E film reduces heat loss through the glass in winter — functioning more like a thermal retrofit. For NYC buildings facing both summer heat gain and winter heat loss, we often evaluate both options together.
Yes. Installing over existing film voids manufacturer warranties and produces poor results. Old film and adhesive residue are fully removed and the glass surface is prepared before any new product is applied.
