In a very recent article entitled Designing Schools As a Deterrent For Mass Shooters in Interiors + Sources Magazine, the topic of improving school security and safety by utilizing facility design and retrofittable technologies like security window films to make it harder for someone to commit violent attacks in a school environment was discussed. One item that was raised in … Read More
Save Energy, Reduce Utility Bills And Keep Cool This Summer With Window Film
Even though this Winter did its best to hang on, the warmer temperatures of Summer are on the way. We recently came across an article in Forbes Magazine entitled “Six Tips To Save Energy, Reduce Bills And Keep Cool During Summer”. This article discussed several strategies that could be implemented, but number two on the list was installing window film. … Read More
Reduce Operating Costs and Adopt Green Building Tech with Window Film
We recently came across an article on Ecopreneurist that discusses how window film can be part of your business embracing green building technology to cut business costs while going green. Most business and building owners would like to adopt green building strategies as it is beneficial for the environment, but the cost of many of these technologies are often prohibitive … Read More
Save Money Cooling Your House this Summer with Home Window Films
It may not feel like it today, but Summer will be here in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area before we know it. The warm Summer weather is something many of us look forward to all year long, but it also brings higher energy bills as we use our air conditioning to keep our home cooler and comfortable. With … Read More
How Security Window Film Can Help Increase School Safety in Iowa
As a result of the events of the past several years, there is an increased emphasis on school safety. Most notably, discussing what steps can be taken to avoid incidents from occurring in the future. A recent article in District Administration entitled “Building Blocks of a School Security Plan” discussed strategies that can be implemented to improve the safety of … Read More
Spring is the Perfect Time to Consider Home Window Tinting
Some days it may not feel like it, but Spring is just around the corner! With warmer weather on the way, this is the perfect time of year to consider home window tinting from Energy Control of Iowa. So, while you wait for the sun and warm weather to arrive, consider these three reasons you should consider home window tinting … Read More
Cost Effective Energy Efficiency for Homes and Commercial Spaces
If you are considering ways to improve the energy efficiency of a home or commercial space without breaking the bank, you should consider a professionally installed window film. Window film innovation has taken major leaps in recent years and the film installed on home or commercial windows has little in common with the basic window tint you might find on … Read More
Reduce Glare and Harsh Light Making Your Home More Comfortable this Winter?
If You Need to Reduce Glare and Harsh Light, Window Film Can Help! Most people think of window film or window tinting primarily as something that helps in the Summer. However, Winter is often the time when glare and harsh light become big issues. Is there a way to reduce glare and harsh light while maintaining your views? The answer … Read More
Come and Visit Energy Control of Iowa in Booth #55 at The Iowa City Home Show
Come and visit us in Booth #55 at The Iowa City Home Show. We would be happy to discuss our window films and how they can help improve your home or commercial space in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. Click the image below to get a the $2.00 OFF admission coupon. We hope to see you at … Read More
How Can Window Film Be Part of a Healthy Lifestyle in the Cedar Rapids Area?
Many people begin a new year with a resolution to live a more healthy lifestyle. People begin things like new exercise programs and start being more conscious about what types of foods you eat. Just look at how the organic food industry has exploded as people understand the negative impact that certain things can have on their overall health. However, … Read More