Deter Active Shooter Situations With Security Window Film

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Security window film can help to deter active shooter situations. This is possible because these films can make it more difficult for an active shooter to gain entry into a building, and can also help to slow down the shooter, giving people more time to contact authorities, evacuate or take shelter.

Security window film is a transparent film that is applied to glass. It is designed to increase the strength and durability of the glass, making it more difficult to break. Security window film can also help to hold broken glass in place, reducing the risk of injury.

In the event of an active shooter, security window film can help to:

  • Make it more difficult for the shooter to gain entry. The film can make it more difficult to break the glass, and can also help to slow down the shooter if they do manage to break the glass.
  • Slow down the shooter. If the shooter does manage to gain entry, the film can help to slow them down, giving people more time to evacuate or take shelter.
  • Protect people from flying glass. If the glass does break, the film can help to hold the glass in place, reducing the risk of injury.

Security window film is not a foolproof way to prevent active shooter attacks, but it can be a valuable tool in deterring and slowing down shooters, and can help to protect people from injury.

Here are some of the benefits of using security window film to deter active shooter situations:

  • It can make it more difficult for the shooter to gain entry. The film can make it more difficult to break the glass, and can also help to slow down the shooter if they do manage to break the glass.
  • It can slow down the shooter. If the shooter does manage to gain entry, the film can help to slow them down, giving people more time to evacuate or take shelter.
  • It can protect people from flying glass. If the glass does break, the film can help to hold the glass in place, reducing the risk of injury.
  • It can deter shooters from targeting a particular location. If a location is known to have security window film, it may deter shooters from targeting that location.

If you are considering using security window film to deter active shooter situations, be sure to do your research to find the right type of film for your needs. There are many different types of security window film available, each with its own unique benefits. We can help guide you through the process.

Here are some factors to consider when choosing security window film to deter active shooter:

  • The level of security you need. How much security do you need? Do you live in a high-crime area? Do you have valuables that you need to protect?
  • The size and type of windows you have. Not all security window film is created equal. Some films are better suited for certain types of windows than others.
  • Your budget. Security window film can range in price from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. You will need to decide how much you are able to spend on security window film.

If you would like more information or have any questions about how window film can deter active shooters and improve school security and student safety, please contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We would be happy to provide you with a free property assessment and estimate in your Iowa City, Iowa, Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities  area school.

Why Window Film Tops Home Improvement Projects Lists

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Like Home Improvement Projects? Window Film Offers Great Benefits! - Home Window Tinting in Iowa City, IA

Do you like home improvement projects? If you answered yes, this article explains the benefits a professionally installed window film retrofitted to your existing glass can offer. See why window films are being used for home improvement projects all over the world.

Why Window Film Might Be One Of The Best Home Improvement Projects

  • Like Home Improvement Projects? Window Film Offers Great Benefits 2It Can Give Great Benefits Without Changing The Appearance of Your Glass – While this may not have been the case in the past, modern window films can offer all the tremendous benefits listed below without impacting the looks of your home.
  • It Can Lower Home Utility Bills – In hot weather, solar-control films can block up to 80 percent of the solar energy passing through windows. This can cut down on the cost of running your air conditioning by reducing the amount of time your unit needs to operate in order to keep the home comfortable. In addition, it can help reduce maintenance costs by lowering the strain on your equipment.
  • It Can Offer Increased Protection For Furnishings – Visible light lies on the spectrum between ultraviolet, which damages furniture, and infrared, which beams heat. Treated windows will block 99 percent of UVA and UVB rays, thus greatly slowing the deterioration and fading of drapes, carpet and furniture.
  • It Can Improve Decor – Today’s window films also can inexpensively make clear glass look etched, frosted or even integrate a design for a cost effective decorative effect.
  • It Can Increase Privacy – Window films can be used strategically around entryway windows and bathroom windows to add privacy without closing a space in as might be the case with other window treatments.

It should be noted that window films are NOT a fix for a deteriorating window. If your windows are in bad shape, leaking or poorly insulated, adding film won’t fix that. Deteriorating windows should be replaced. However, if your windows are in good shape, don’t go through the cost of replacing them just to improve energy efficiency, consider adding window film.

If you would like to learn more about how home window films can help with your upcoming home improvement projects, click HERE. If you have any questions about this article or would like to schedule a free, no obligation quotation, contact us today by calling (319) 423-9663 or emailing us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We service the Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Quad Cities and Des Moines areas of Iowa.

Improve School Security & Student Safety With Window Film

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With the school year coming to an end across the country, many districts are looking at ways to increase school security and student safety at their facilities. In a recent article entitled Designing Schools As a Deterrent For Mass Shooters in Interiors + Sources Magazine, the topic of utilizing facility design and retrofittable technologies like security window film to make it harder for someone to commit violent attacks in a school environment was discussed.

One item that was raised in the article was the topic of making it harder for someone to commit the crime by hardening the facility to restrict entry. From the article, Sean Ahrens, security market group leader for Affiliated Engineering Incorporated (AEI), said, “Regrettably, in this day and age, [those who don’t think it could happen to them] are the weakest neighbors. When you think of an aggressor, [they think in] the path of least resistance. Are they going to go to the most hardened facility, or are they going to go to the facility that’s easiest to get into?”

With respect to hardening a facility and making it harder to gain entry, this is precisely what security window film can do. In a recent article in Business Insider entitled Here are the Best Ways to Protect Schools, Workplaces, and Ourselves from Active Shooters, the author states “Protective and intrusion resistant doors and windows create delays in an aggressor’s ability to gain entry. For pre-existing locations the addition of protective window film, improved locking mechanisms and / or frames as well as other reinforcement techniques can be effective.”

Utilizing Window Films and Design to Improve School Security and SafetySecurity window films can be installed as a retrofit to a school’s existing doors and windows. These films can come in clear, tinted or reflective depending on the application and preference.

When someone tries to gain access through the glass of a protected door or window, the film would allow the glass to break, but it would maintain the glass in the frame. With work, this film / glass combination can eventually be penetrated to gain access, but as stated above, the objective is to create resistance.

Slow the entry down. Give school officials and authorities time to act to improve student safety.

In the Interiors + Sources article, Julia McFadden, AIA—associate principal at Svigals + Partners who recently designed the new Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn. stated, “You want to have layers between someone who may be coming to the school with ill intent and the vulnerable population. The more opportunities or barriers gives you more time to react and determine if there is ill intent before they reach the target.”

She goes on to say “Retrofit situations may call for applied window films or improved glazing. Interior partitions and some furnishing may also improve the school’s readiness in emergency situations.”

The hard realities of a tragedy like a violent attack at a school is that there is not a one size fits all solution. As these articles discuss, solutions to improve school security must be thought of in layers. We must make a school an unattractive target for any potential aggressor. The design and technologies utilized must work together to buy the individuals inside the school and authorities time to respond to the threat. In these situations, every moment matters.

While we do not claim that these films are the sole solution, they can provide a valuable layer of protection that works in conjunction with other design elements and technologies to improve school security and student safety.

If you would like more information or have any questions about how window film can improve school security and student safety, please contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We would be happy to provide you with a free property assessment and estimate in your Iowa City, Iowa, Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities  area school.

Retail & Office Window Films Offer Many Significant Benefits

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With retail and office spaces continue being re-imagined, we wanted to share the variety of benefits of commercial and office window films. In addition, we wanted to share some specific examples of how these innovative films are being used.

Benefits of Retail and Office Window Films

  • Retail & Office Window Films Offer Many Significant BenefitsIncreased privacy – Window film can be used to create privacy in offices, conference rooms, and other areas where confidentiality is important. Frosted or patterned films can be used to diffuse light and obscure the view from the outside, while still allowing natural light to enter the space.
  • Reduced glare – Window film can help to reduce glare from the sun, which can make it difficult to see computer screens and other work materials. This can lead to increased productivity and comfort for employees.
  • Improved energy efficiency – Window film can help to keep offices cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter by blocking out heat and UV rays. This can lead to lower energy bills and a more comfortable environment for employees.
  • Enhanced security – Window film can help to deter unwelcome access, break-ins and vandalism by making it more difficult for criminals to gain access inside the building. This can provide peace of mind for employees and property owners.
  • Improved aesthetics – Window film can be used to add color, style, and branding to an office space. This can create a more inviting and professional environment for employees and customers.

In addition to these benefits, commercial window film offers a cost-effective way to improve the comfort, productivity, and security of an office space.

Here are some specific examples of how commercial window film can be used to transform a space:

  • A law firm might use window film to create privacy in its conference rooms, where sensitive client information is discussed.
  • An office space might use window film to reduce glare from computer screens and other work materials, which can help to improve employee productivity.
  • A retail store might use window film to enhance its branding and create a more inviting atmosphere for customers.
  • A hospital might use window film to improve security and protect patients’ privacy.

Commercial window film is a versatile and effective way to improve the look, feel, and functionality of an office space. If you are looking for a way to make your office more comfortable, productive, and secure, window film is a great option to consider.

If you have any questions about these innovative window films or would like to schedule a free, no obligation assessment and quotation at your retail or office facility, contact Energy Control Of Iowa today by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We are located in Iowa City, Iowa and cover the entire greater Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities areas.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month – Protect Your Skin!

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We want to kick off May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month, talking about protecting your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. Protecting your skin from the sun is a serious matter. While fad diets and pop science tout “cancer preventing” super foods with difficult to pronounce names, protecting yourself from the most common type of cancer really comes down to blocking UV rays. Skin cancer affected more than 5.4 million people in the United States in a single year, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than all the other cancer types combined, and one in five Americans will develop it by the age of 70. Because this risk is so great, we wanted to offer some skin cancer prevention steps you can take to protect yourself while on the go, at home, and on the job.

Vehicle UV Protection

Skin Cancer Prevention Steps to Protect You The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that over 50% of skin cancers manifest on the left side of the body. Researches attribute this split to our sun exposure while driving in the car. Given that AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that the average American spends 17,600 minutes driving each year, that’s a lot time for one half of your body to be receiving more UV radiation than the other.

To prevent skin cancer, always keep sunscreen in your car and apply before driving. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends applying a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 and reapplying every two hours. Sunscreen is critical, because at least 50% of UVA rays can pass through glass, and even though they aren’t as intense as UVB rays, UVA rays are 30 to 50 times more common than UVB.

Another option is having a professionally installed window film installed. This is an even better way to filter the UV radiation that causes most types of skin cancer, because it filters all the time without the need for reapplying every two hours. In addition, many professionally installed window films are recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation. You can check out their article on using window film for sun protection by clicking HERE.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month - Protect Your Skin! - Home and Commercial Window Tint & Film in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Iowa.At-Home UV Protection

Speaking of windows, our homes are another place where we’re exposed to the sun’s rays. Untreated windows let in rays that wash out your furniture and damage your skin, so take precautions. Apply sunscreen if you’ll be sitting in a sunny area, and never bring a tanning bed or UV-based light into your home. If you have concerns about the UV impact in your house, you might even consider installing UV sensors.

An easier solution is to have a window film installed to block out up to 99.9% of those damaging rays. Because films put a barrier between your home and the sun, they reflect heat from the exterior and trap it inside during the winter.

For more information on the benefits of window films for protecting your home, check out the Skin Cancer Foundation’s blog post on the topic.

UV Protection on the Job

While you’re on the job, you’re still being affected by damaging rays. If your business has a storefront, a window film will block those rays and protect your merchandise and furniture from becoming washed out, while also saving you energy costs.

If you’re lucky enough to sit by a window while you work, don’t forget to consider windows film or a broad-spectrum sunscreen reapplied regularly. If neither these options is feasible, try and situate your workspace where you won’t be sitting directly in the sun.

If you work outside, sunscreen is especially important! The Skin Cancer Foundation found that 85% of melanomas and 90% of nonmelanoma skin cancers come from exposure to UV radiation, so if you’re working full time outdoors, your risk will increase exponentially.

We hope you found this article on skin cancer prevention steps informative as we begin Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Our company is proud to offer professionally installed window films for your home and office to help protect your skin.

If you would like more information about our home window films, you can contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We are located in Iowa City, Iowa and cover the entire greater Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities areas.

Spring Home Improvement? Window Tint May Be A Great Choice

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Thinking about a Spring home improvement project? We wanted to give you some compelling reasons to consider home window tint or film. This innovative product brings many valuable benefits that you should be aware of.

Why Home Window Tint / Film May Be The Perfect Spring Home Improvement
  • Reduced energy costs. Window tint can help to keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, which can lead to savings on your energy bills.
  • Improved comfort. Window tint can help to reduce glare and heat, which can make your home more comfortable to live in.
  • Increased safety. Window film can help to deter break-ins and protect your family from flying glass in the event of an accident or natural disaster.
  • Enhanced privacy. Window films can help to provide privacy for your home in a variety of ways.

If you’re looking for a way to improve your home’s comfort, energy efficiency, safety and privacy, then window tint / film is a great option. And with the warm weather of spring just around the corner, there’s no better time to get it done. It is a retrofit that is applied to your existing windows with minimal disruption to your home.

If that didn’t convince you, here are a couple additional benefits of home window tint.

  • Reduced fading of furnishings. The sun’s UV rays can fade furniture, carpets, and other furnishings. Window tint can help to protect your belongings from fading.
  • Increased curb appeal. Window tint can make your home look more attractive from the outside. This can be a great way to increase your home’s value.

With so many benefits to offer, window tint is a great Spring home improvement project. If you would like more information about our home window films, you can contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We are located in Iowa City, Iowa and cover the entire greater Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities areas.

Architectural Window Film Profiled by Whole Building Design Guide

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Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) Discusses Architectural Window Film Uses & Benefits - Window Tinting in Iowa

We came across an extensive article in the Whole Building Design Guide entitled Window Film Fundamentals that discusses architectural window film uses and benefits. We wanted to summarize the findings of this article on how window films can benefit your home or commercial space.

Architectural Window Film Uses and Benefits

  • Climate and Energy Control – Window film significantly reduces solar heat gain through windows allowing a space to maintain its internal temperature and eliminating hot spots. Hot spots are temperature inconstancies between one part of a building and another and are relatively common. The energy savings also results in reduced HVAC equipment wear and maintenance.
  • Fade Mitigation – By blocking damaging ultraviolet rays streaming through the home or office windows, architectural window film protects valuable furnishings such as carpets, furniture, and artwork from fade damage.
  • Reduce Glare – Annoying glare can also be controlled through the use of window film. Window films are a popular choice in many homes and office buildings where certain areas of the space are prone to strong glare from the sun making it uncomfortable to work or relax.
  • Updated Aesthetics – Buildings with dated looking windows can benefit from window film. The installation of film is an inexpensive and easy way to improve the overall aesthetics of a building or residence.
  • Cost Effective Decorative Options – Decorative window films allow easy retrofit of existing glass with an array of patterns to compliment any décor. With decorative film the distinctive look of etched glass can be achieved at a fraction of the cost of actual etched glass. The designer films also allow private, interior glass spaces to be created while still welcoming in light.
  • Upgraded Safety & Security – Safety and security window film products protect a building’s occupants from the hazards of flying glass by holding glass shards in place in the event of a window breaking, preventing serious injuries. They can also improve building safety by increasing the intrusion resistance of a glass door or window.

If you would like to read this article in its entirety, click HERE.

If you would like more information on architectural window film, click HERE. If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a free, no obligation consultation of your commercial facility, contact us by calling (319) 423-9663. We service Iowa City, Iowa, Cedar RapidsDes MoinesQuad Cities and the surrounding areas. We would be glad to explain the different types of window film and help you get exactly the right film to fit the needs of your space.

Window Film Retrofit Upgrade Enhances Comfort & Saves Energy

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Window Film Retrofit Upgrade Enhances Comfort and Helps Save Energy - Window Films and Window Tinting in Iowa City, Iowa

We wanted to summarize some information contained in an article that appeared in Healthcare Facilities Today related to how a window film retrofit upgrade to existing glass can enhance comfort and help save energy in nearly any space. The article written by Steve DeBusk entitled Window Film Can Balance Comfort, Energy Savings discusses some primary sources of savings. While this article was written specifically about using these films in hospitals and medical buildings, the benefits can be realized not only in medical facilities, but nearly any residential or commercial space.

The article begins by saying that “the right type of window film offers several energy-saving benefits: enhanced and prolonged performance of HVAC and lighting systems, increased window insulating power, and decreased plug load. Window film also improves the indoor environment by reducing hot and cold spots, making near-window indoor temperatures more tolerable, reducing glare, and lessening exposure to UV rays.” Let’s take a look at each on of these points individually.

Window Film Retrofit Upgrade Enhances Comfort and Helps Save Energy - Window Film and Window Tinting InformationImproved Comfort: As mentioned above, a properly specified window film can help reduce both hot and cold spots in a building. Rather than have areas of a building that are too hot or too cold, you can strategically use window films to even out the temperature and increase comfort. In addition, window films can be used to reduce glare and eye strain while allowing pleasant light to stream into the space. This makes a space more pleasant by maintaining views while eliminating the irritating elements of natural lighting.

HVAC Savings: This point was made by stating “proper maintenance and load reduction strategies may extend the life of existing systems. If you’ve identified HVAC as an opportunity to save energy, start by reducing heating and cooling loads. You may also prolong capital investments in HVAC upgrades or replacements.” There are several ways to reduce the load on an HVAC system, but a logical place to start is by controlling the transmission of heat through the windows. Window films can be used to help reduce the heat passing through the glass and allowing the HVAC to not have to work as hard to keep the space at the desired temperature.

Lighting Savings: Having uncontrolled light streaming through the windows can bring some unwanted aspects. This causes many people to use blinds or shades. The article explains by stating while this “helps reduce the effects of solar heat gain, glare, and UV ray exposure, but covering the windows also sacrifices natural light and views. As a result, artificial lighting requirements may increase because it’s the only source of light.” By taking advantage of the natural light coming through the windows, the need to use lighting is decreased and that helps save on lighting costs.

We hope that this summary helped you understand how a window film retrofit upgrade can improve your space by making it more comfortable and help save energy costs. If you would like more information on these innovative films, click HERE. If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a free, no obligation consultation of your commercial facility, contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We service Iowa City, Iowa, Cedar RapidsDes Moines, Quad Cities and the surrounding areas. We would be glad to explain the different types of window film and help you get exactly the right film to fit the needs of your space.

Improve School Security & Student Safety With Window Films

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With this school year closing in on Spring Break, many districts are looking into facility security upgrades to improve school security and enhance student safety. Many of the upgrades being discussed and implemented across the country have to do with school security and student safety. It is an unfortunate thing that school safety has become a mainstay in the news. It becomes difficult to discuss school security and student safety strategies without appearing to have an agenda or be trying to sell something.

While we want to be sensitive to this, we also feel that it is important to share information that can have a positive impact on these incidents in the future. This article is designed to illuminate the topic of glass being one of the greatest school safety vulnerabilities.

A recent article in Campus Safety Magazine called 9 Ways to Improve Safety on an Open Campus discusses a variety of different tactics to improve school security and enhance student safety. Of the various things they discussed, they mention “Apply security glazing film to all first-floor doors and window glass. Start with door glass first and continue until all first-floor glass is secure.

Liz Crawford wrote another article titled “Is Your Child’s School Safe? Examining The Top 3 School Safety Vulnerabilities“. She noted glass as being one of the top 3 vulnerabilities because of the extensive use of tempered glass in schools. She, along with Craig Gundry, Vice President with Critical Intervention Services, discussed and said “Another common security vulnerability in schools is extensive use of tempered glass glazing. Tempered glass shatters into small pieces and Gundry believes one gunshot into the glass will make it easy for a gunman to enter the building. Critical Intervention Services estimates a gunman can get into a school in roughly nine seconds if confronted with tempered glass.”

Gundry Aldo said, “One of the reasons tempered glass has historically been much more common in architectural design as well as indoor environments is because of the price. It is less than half the price typically of laminated glass,”. We unfortunately see this specification in schools regularly. There is good news though. This school safety vulnerability can be addressed by retrofitting existing school glass with a security window film. When someone tries to gain access through the glass of a protected door or window, the security window film would allow the glass to break, but it would maintain the glass in the frame. While this film / glass combination can eventually be penetrated to gain access, the objective is to create resistance. Slow the entry down.

The goal should be giving school officials and authorities time to respond. Window film offers a cost effective solution with minimal disruption to the facility.

If you would like more information or have any questions about how security window films can improve school security and student safety, please contact us by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We would be happy to provide you with a free property assessment and estimate on retrofitting security window film in your Iowa City, Iowa, Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities  area school.

UV Protection For Your Home or Office? Learn Why It’s Important.

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UV Protection For Your Home or Office? Learn Why It's Important. - Home and Office Window Film and Window Tinting in Iowa City, Iowa

Have you ever thought about the need for UV protection in your home or at the office? If not, keep reading. This article explains why it is important and how a professional window film can help.

First, what are window films?

Window films are thin sheets of material that are applied to the surface of windows to provide a variety of benefits, including UV protection.

How do they help with UV protection?

Here are some of the benefits of using a window film for UV protection in a home or office.

  1. Blocks Harmful UV Rays: Window films can block up to 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays. This means that it can help protect the people inside the building from the damaging effects of UV rays, such as skin cancer, premature aging, and other skin disorders.Check out this article from The Skin Cancer Foundation that states, “Both UVA and UVB rays can cause sunburn and tanning, which damage the DNA in your skin cells and increase your risk for skin cancer. UVA rays also cause the unwelcome signs of premature aging, including dark spots and wrinkles. Those UVA rays account for up to 95 percent of the UV radiation reaching the Earth’s surface and are quite good at finding you. They can bounce off reflective surfaces like water and, most relevant during the workday, they can penetrate window glass. If you’re sitting next to a window on a sunny day, those UVA rays hitting your skin are doing damage. (Window glass filters out most UVB rays.)
  2. Preserves Interior Furnishings: The same UV rays that harm human skin can also damage interior furnishings and fabrics such as carpets, curtains, and upholstery. Window film can help protect these items by blocking the UV rays that cause fading and discoloration.

Overall, window film is a practical and effective way to provide UV protection for a home or office. By blocking harmful UV rays, window film can help create a healthier and more enjoyable indoor environment.

If you would like more information on the UV protection of our home or office window film offerings, click HERE. If you have any questions or would like to arrange for a free, no obligation consultation and quote, please contact Energy Control Of Iowa today by calling (319) 423-9663 or email us at woody@energycontrolofiowa.com. We are located in Iowa City, Iowa and cover the entire greater Cedar RapidsDes Moines, and Quad Cities area.