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Commercial Window Tinting

Industrial-grade film for buildings that have to stay comfortable, secure and efficient to run.

Tint Solutions installs industrial-grade commercial window film across Southern California and Middle Tennessee — large commercial buildings, schools, government sites, hospitals, hotels and single-unit retailers. We have the qualifications, permits and certifications commercial projects require, and we schedule around your operating hours so the building keeps working while we do.

Lower cooling costs

Commercial window film reduces solar heat gain by up to 84%, which takes load off the HVAC plant during the hours it works hardest. An independent study for the International Window Film Association modeled film on existing office buildings in California. In San Diego, payback came in at about 1.6 to 3.2 years on single-pane glass and 2.3 to 5.1 years on dual-pane glass. New buildings with modern high-performance glass saw much smaller returns. Your payback depends on your glass, which way it faces and how many hours the building runs.

Less glare, less UV, fewer complaints

Film cuts glare by up to 93% and blocks 99% of UV. In practice that means staff can see their monitors through the afternoon without dropping the blinds, and merchandise, carpet and joinery stop bleaching out.

A modern look without reglazing

Film gives an older building a considerable visual upgrade at a fraction of the cost of replacing glass. It lets you pull down dated drapery and blinds and open the views back up, and it evens out the patchwork look of a facade where every tenant has chosen their own window covering.

Films we use on commercial buildings

Most commercial glass gets Avery Dennison DR OptiTune, our go-to solar control film: strong heat and glare control with a natural look from inside. We use R Silver when a building wants a bold reflective exterior, Natura for a darker non-reflective finish, and SPe Lite 70 when the glass needs to stay virtually clear. For storefront privacy and back-of-house glass we install blackout and whiteout film. Compare every film we install.

Storefront graphics and wraps, installed

We install vinyl storefront graphics, window wraps and wall graphics, including large building graphics installed from lifts. Your sign or print company supplies the graphics; our crew handles the installation, often on the same visit as your window film.

Our work

Recent commercial installs.

Round glass office tower, DR OptiTune 05
Round glass office tower, DR OptiTune 05
Industrial office front, DR OptiTune 05
Industrial office front, DR OptiTune 05
Fitness center clerestory glass, DR OptiTune 05
Fitness center clerestory glass, DR OptiTune 05
Office building, R Silver 20
Office building, R Silver 20
Self-storage facility, PerLite Ceramic 70
Self-storage facility, PerLite Ceramic 70
Retail storefront, blackout film
Retail storefront, blackout film
Quick-service restaurant, new build
Quick-service restaurant, new build
Glass office facade, installed from a lift
Glass office facade, installed from a lift

Five-star Google reviews

What our customers say.

I manage class A office buildings in San Diego. Tint Solutions did a window tint job at one of our buildings. They did an excellent job, were professional, and communicated well through the process. Their pricing was very good as well. Highly recommend!

Otto D.Commercial · San DiegoGoogle review

Tint Solutions recently installed 35% ceramic window film on our storefront in Anaheim, and the results were fantastic. The tint significantly reduced heat and glare while maintaining a clean, professional appearance. The installation was quick, the workmanship was excellent, and the team was great to work with. Highly recommend Tint Solutions for commercial window tinting in Orange County.

Jack V.Commercial · Orange CountyGoogle review

Tint Solutions communicated clearly and worked quickly to do our tint job. Helped immensely with heat inside the office and therefore reduced the AC bill. Money well spent.

Dylan G.Commercial · OfficeGoogle review

Anthony was very pleasant to work with, he was able to help with my project tinting a Ross Dress For Less Store. Tint Solutions was able to get this project done within a week of approval and store was happy with the tint to help with summer heat. Will be using them again for any commercial needs I may have.

D. F.Commercial · RetailGoogle review

We had a phenomenal experience here at Gaylor Electric! Anthony came in did what he needed to do and was done within two days! Windows look phenomenal and the big boss is happy and that’s all that matters!

Lindsey M.CommercialGoogle review

I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Top shelf, White glove, Great team. From quotation to installation I give Tint Solutions two thumbs up! Thank you!

Troy J.Commercial & residentialGoogle review

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Questions

What people ask us about this.

How disruptive is a commercial installation?

Very little. We work floor by floor or elevation by elevation, and we can work evenings and weekends where an occupied space makes that easier. Each pane takes minutes, there is no noise beyond a squeegee, and there is no dust or fumes.

How fast does commercial window film pay for itself?

It depends on the building. Energy modeling done for the International Window Film Association found payback of roughly 2 to 5 years on existing San Diego office buildings, and slightly faster in hotter inland climates. Older single-pane glass pays back fastest. Newer buildings with high-performance glass take much longer, and if film is not worth it on energy alone, we will tell you.

Will film void my glazing warranty?

Not when it is specified correctly. Some glass types and film combinations create thermal stress risk, which is exactly why we survey the glass first. We specify to the manufacturer's glass compatibility chart and we will tell you when a particular pane should be left alone.

Do you work on government and school sites?

Regularly. We have the qualifications, permits and certifications those projects require, and we are used to working with site access and background requirements.

Related

Other films we install.

Protective Films

Protective Films

One protective system for glass, metal and every surface that gets broken, scratched or tagged.

Read more Protective Films
Tinted Security Film

Tinted Security Film

Security laminate and solar control in one film, on one visit.

Read more Tinted Security Film
Commercial Decorative Film

Commercial Decorative Film

Privacy and branding on glass, without giving up a single foot-candle of daylight.

Read more Commercial Decorative Film

Service area

Where we install it.

North County San Diego

San Diego County

  • San Diego
  • Downtown San Diego
  • La Jolla
  • Pacific Beach
  • Mission Beach
  • Mission Valley
  • North Park
  • Hillcrest
  • Coronado
  • Carmel Valley
  • Rancho Bernardo
  • Scripps Ranch
  • Mira Mesa
  • Sorrento Valley
  • University City / UTC
  • Kearny Mesa
  • Clairemont
  • La Mesa
  • El Cajon
  • Santee
  • Spring Valley
  • Lemon Grove

Orange County

  • Irvine
  • Anaheim
  • Laguna Beach
  • Newport Beach
  • Dana Point
  • San Clemente
  • Mission Viejo
  • Laguna Niguel
  • Aliso Viejo
  • Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Lake Forest
  • Laguna Hills
  • San Juan Capistrano
  • Ladera Ranch
  • Coto de Caza
  • Foothill Ranch

Inland Empire

Nashville & Middle Tennessee

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