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Gabes Tints
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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we specialize in keeping you cool ?? Gabes Tints ? Professional Residential & Commercial Window Tinting\n\nGabes Tints delivers top-quality window tinting and frost film installation for homes and businesses throughout Ventura County and nearby areas. We focus on clean, precise workmanship and long-lasting results that enhance privacy, reduce heat, and improve the comfort and appearance of any space.At Gabes Tints, customer satisfaction is our priority. We provide honest pricing, clear communication, and consistent, high-quality work on every job.\n\nWhether you need privacy, protection, or a more energy-efficient space, Gabes Tints is your trusted window film specialist.\n

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Sun Dimmers USA
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

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"I've used Sun Dimmers to tint the windows of my last 5 cars going back to 2003. They do top quality work for fair prices. I've never had to wait long to get an appointment, and they are always done on time. The quality of the tint that they use is very high. On one of my cars there was a small bubble that appeared about a year after the tint was installed. I was picking up my wife's car when I showed them the bubble and they offered to fix it on the spot. They offer lifetime warranties on their tint and really stand behind their work. Whenever I get a new car one of the first places that I bring it is to Sun Dimmers to have the windows tinted. I will continue using them in the future."
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Quality Remodeling & Design
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Plenty of damage, torn tiles and cracked on the sides. I called these guys after a relative gave me their number. Guys replaced in a matter of days, the tile matched and also they also did a beautiful job in having the tile glazed."
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Safe and Sound Security
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

More than ten thousand homes and businesses already trust Safe and Sound Security to guard them against break-ins, theft, and much more. We take our commitment as California's best home and business security company seriously, but we know that serving our customers is about more than just installing alarm systems and setting up cloud-connected security devices. While we specialize in services like video surveillance, security camera installation, and access control, our business is about people first, and it's that attitude that sets our customer service apart from the crowd. At Safe and Sound, customer satisfaction is our number-one priority.

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Big Patriot Home Remodeling
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Window Tinting - Apply or ReplaceWindow Tinting - Apply or Replace - For Business

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

Big Patriot Home Remodeling is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Window Tinting questions, answered by experts

A lace curtain may block some of the biggest insects from entering while still allowing a breeze to get through. If your concern is privacy, then curtains and blinds will provide better privacy than window screens; for UV protection, you can choose specialty windows or UV-blocking film. And if you just want an inexpensive, temporary solution, there are adhesive or magnetic screen panels you can install for an hour, a day, or a season.

If you have bubble wrap lying around the house and you don’t care about the odd look, taping bubble wrap over a window is a very affordable way to insulate it. Another inexpensive option for insulating windows is to add new caulk around the glass. This step quickly cuts down on air drafts for older windows, and a tube of caulk only costs a few dollars. Adding plastic shrink film around the glass is another cost-effective option. You can purchase a kit of plastic film for a few dollars per window.

While you need heat to peel back window film, the tint will often leave behind adhesive residue. You can use chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol or acetone to remove the residue, though hardware stores sell specialized solutions for this purpose as well. You can also use soapy water in a pinch!

The ideal thickness of window film depends on various factors and specific needs. Thicker films generally offer increased durability and enhanced security benefits. They are also typically more effective at reducing heat and blocking UV rays. However, thinner options may be preferable for some applications, such as decorative or privacy films. Thinner films are easier to apply and provide adequate privacy without compromising visibility. Ultimately, the best thickness of window film will depend on your specific requirements, desired benefits, and the recommendations of professional installers.

Home window tinting is generally considered a worthwhile investment due to its numerous benefits. The primary advantages include:

  • Energy Efficiency: Tinting reduces solar heat gain, which lowers cooling costs in warmer months. It can also help retain heat during cooler months, leading to savings on your electric bill that may eventually exceed the initial cost of the tinting.

  • UV Protection: It blocks harmful UV rays, protecting your family and pets from sun damage. This also prevents fading and extends the life of your furniture, flooring, and other interior furnishings.

  • Increased Comfort: By regulating heat, window tinting helps maintain a more comfortable and even temperature throughout your home. It also reduces glare on TVs and other electronic screens.

  • Enhanced Privacy and Security: Tinting makes it more difficult for outsiders to see into your home. Additionally, certain types of window films can increase security by helping the glass withstand trauma from break-in attempts or severe weather.

It's important to note that not all window tints offer the same combination of benefits. For example, security films are designed for impact resistance but may offer less UV protection, while ceramic tints excel at blocking heat and UV rays but do not provide the same level of security.

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