Did you know that the average U.S. electricity price in June 2022 was $0.16 per kilowatt-hour? That's already high, but, Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area households paid 15% more than that. And it wasn't only during that month; historically, the area has had energy prices higher than the U.S. average.
So for those who live in Chicago or Naperville, IL, it's time to cut your household's energy consumption. Investing in home window tinting is one of the long-term ways to achieve that goal.
However, residential window tinting isn't just for homeowners who want lower energy costs. Below we've listed and discussed the types of folks who should invest in home window films, so read on.
Wasted energy accounts for up to a third of an average home's utility bills.
The culprit?
Untreated windows. After all, they experience heat gains in the summer and heat losses in the winter. In short, you're wasting a good chunk of your heating and cooling bills if you have bare windows.
So suppose you have a typical Illinois household with an average monthly energy bill of $280. In that case, you're potentially wasting over $90 a month if you have untreated windows.
Residential window tinting can help cut some of that waste by blocking solar heat in the summer. As a result, your home won't get as hot as it does with untreated windows. That then reduces your air conditioner's workload, minimizing its energy use.
Then, come winter, the films help keep heated indoor air inside your home. So your home stays warmer longer, resulting in less work for your heating system. That then cuts your heater's energy consumption, preventing your heating bills from skyrocketing.
Hence, window tinting can be an excellent investment if you wish to lower your energy bills. It's even more crucial this 2022 and beyond, as experts project further energy price hikes.
To top it off, window tinting for homeowners costs much less than window replacements. Thus, they're a low-cost way to make your windows (and your home) more energy-efficient.
The more energy a person consumes, the higher their carbon footprint. Higher carbon footprints contribute more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
Unfortunately, CO2 is the primary greenhouse gas (GHG) associated with global warming. Global warming, in turn, is a chief factor in climate change.
Climate change isn't only the culprit behind rising sea levels and extreme weather. According to scientists, it also shares a link with worsening air pollution. For example, most sources of GHGs also emit air pollutants, such as fossil fuel energy plants.
Therefore, reducing energy consumption can also help cut GHG and pollutant emissions. That can help slow global warming, making heat waves and severe snow less likely. Moreover, fewer air pollutants mean cleaner air and, thus, a lower risk of diseases.
All those benefits can also further reduce your energy consumption. For example, fewer heat waves or scorching summer days mean less work for your AC unit. Having cleaner air may also reduce your reliance on or need for an air purifier.
Those are all good enough reasons to have residential tinted windows. After all, they can help minimize your home's heating and cooling energy use. As a result, they also aid in lowering your carbon footprint.
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, 90% of skin cancers are due to sun exposure. Moreover, the agency reported that the number of new skin cancer cases in the state is increasing.
What makes UV radiation even more dangerous is that it can pass through standard glass. So if you hang out a lot by your untreated home windows, you're at risk of the dangers of UV exposure.
Also, note that some people are more prone to skin cancer, such as those with lighter natural skin color. A personal or family history of skin cancer and older age are also risk factors.
With that said, you should invest in window tinting if you feel concerned about UV rays and skin cancer. One reason is that high-quality window films can block more than 99% of all UV rays, including UVA and UVB.
However, you don't have to worry about having a dark house since you can get window films in lighter shades. Some are even close to being invisible, offering outstanding optical clarity. But you can always go for darker tints, if that's what you prefer, such as in the bedroom, for instance.
In a recent poll, 23% of Illinois respondents said they were a victim of property crime. That's higher than the U.S. average of 18%. Moreover, 64% admitted feeling deep daily concern for their safety.
If you're in the same boat, consider investing in safety and security films for your home windows. These treatments provide an extra layer of protection over the more fragile panes. As a result, they help reinforce the glass, making it more impact-resistant.
That doesn't mean the glass can no longer break; it will, especially under extreme force. However, it may take more time before it cracks and shatters. That can then lengthen the time an intruder needs to enter your home.
Moreover, the film acts as an adhesive, holding broken glass pieces in place. So, instead of showering all over the place (and people), they remain intact. That can then help prevent serious injuries that can arise from exposure to broken glass.
Plus, high-quality safety and security window films also offer solar control. So not only do they strengthen your windows, but they also help reduce solar heat penetration. And, of course, they also provide more than 99% UV radiation protection.
As you can see, almost all homeowners can benefit from home window tinting films. After all, who doesn't want to conserve energy and save money on utility bills? However, window films can be for anyone who wants a greener, safer, healthier, and more secure home.
So, ready to get the windows of your home in Chicagoland or Southwest Suburb tinted? In that case, our team at Tint To U is happy to help.
Contact us now for your free quote and schedule!
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