Energy Conservation With Window Film: Lower Bills For Your San Diego Home

Energy costs have been on the rise for decades, However, in recent years the jumps have been more dramatic and we see resource companies raising the prices specifically at times of high demand.  This is forcing those who want or need to save money on increasingly steep utility bills to look for sensible methods of energy conservation.  Since it is a sure fire bet that energy prices will continue to rise, the question then becomes– How can you as a San Diego homeowner conserve more energy and lower the utility bills?    Well, as it is, there are many energy conservation technologies on the market today, all touting their energy-saving capabilities.  So which one is right for your home?  Of course, your first consideration should be the efficacy of the products.  But there is also the question as to which energy conservation method should you do first?  The order in which you add energy-conserving upgrades to your home in order to get maximum effect.  We argue that– the first investment you should make for energy conservation is window film to keep heated or cooled air in.  Then, once this is done and your ROI secured–it is then time to look into upgrading your HVAC–not the other way around.  

Why Window Film Has The Best ROI

Many studies have been completed by the Department Of Energy, window film companies themselves and other independent sources.  The findings are always similar and point to some important energy conservation method facts.

Studies of the top 50 available energy conservation technologies in the US, ranked by payback, a probability of success and overall energy savings show:

  • Window film overwhelmingly ranks in the top tier of products
  • Window Film has the fastest payback ranking available—approximately 3 years
  • Window Film Showed the highest probability of success

*Note: Replacement windows were also studied,
yet they received much slower payback
ratings and lower probability of success
due to the large initial investment costs
and the disruption installation caused.

These findings, and others,  point homeowners in the direction of window film being the best way to begin fitting your home for energy efficiency in San Diego and other climate zones. However, there are also additional savings to be had through the use of Leed Tax Credits.

Additional Savings For Your San Diego Home With Window Film Through Leeds Tax Credits

As utility rates rise, more and more utility rebates and tax incentives are being made available to help commercial building and residential building owners combat costs and save on energy expenses.  For tax credits information, you can visit: 

For Commercial tax credits, you can visit: The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency

Or even visit the IRS website for details on the exact tax implications of an energy efficient home.

Check out this video on Window Film ROI below:



Don’t let money slip right out your windows, contact San Diego Window Film for a free energy conservation evaluation of your home’s windows and to learn more about a window film ROI in as little as 3 years.

As an expert in all matters related to window tinting, solving complex architectural issues is what Angus Faith does best. Angus began his journey in the window tinting industry after moving across the world from Scotland. The warm weather and sandy beaches of San Diego called his named and he could resist no longer. Since then, he has been helping property owners find creative solutions to their architectural concerns using his expertise as a consultant and technician. From trusted names like 3M, LLumar, and Vista, to revolutionary brands like C-Bond, Solar Gard, and more, Angus is well-versed in a range of solutions that includes everything from the most progressive energy efficient films to reliable security and privacy options.