Your Storefront Glass Is Your Weakest Link

Engineered for protection. Installed with precision. Safety & security film holds shattered glass together, turning a 5-second smash-and-grab into a failed attempt.

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Lower Mainland Business Owners Know This Story Too Well

Standard storefront glass shatters on impact. One thrown rock. One hammer swing. Your inventory, your staff, and your livelihood are exposed in seconds.

1,295

Commercial break-and-enters in Vancouver in 2024

Vancouver Police Department, 2024

64%

Of Metro Vancouver business staff concerned about workplace crime

2025 VPD Business Survey

29%

Of businesses have lost customers due to crime concerns

2025 VPD Business Survey 

How Safety & Security Film Protects Your Store

Applied directly to your existing glass. No replacement. No construction. No downtime.

1

Absorb the Impact

Heavy-duty polyester film bonds directly to your glass, reinforcing it against blunt force from tools, rocks, or thrown objects.

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Hold the Glass Together

When struck, the glass may crack, but it stays in the frame. No hole. No entry point. No flying shards endangering staff or customers.

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Eliminate the Speed Advantage

Smash-and-grabs depend on speed. Security film turns a 5-second break-in into a loud, visible, failed attempt, and intruders move on.

Why Film, Not Bars, Shutters, or New Glass

Protection that doesn’t compromise your storefront’s appearance or your customers’ experience.

  Safety & Security Film Bars / Grilles Roller Shutters Tempered Glass Laminated Glass
Blocks entry Holds glass in frame Physical barrier Physical barrier Shatters into cubes Similar hold-together
Customer-friendly Nearly invisible Looks like a cage Hides your business No change No change
Install time Hours Days Days Days Days + full glass swap
Protects from flying glass Yes No Partial No Yes
Retrofits existing glass Yes Yes Yes Full replacement Full replacement
Relative cost $$ $$$ $$$$ $$$ $$$$

Trusted Across Metro Vancouver

“After our second break-in, we installed security film. That was two years ago, we haven’t had a successful break-in since. Our staff finally feel safe opening the shop.”

Retail Store Owner

Commercial Drive, Vancouver
“We were replacing glass every few months. The film paid for itself after the first attempted break-in that failed. Customers don’t even notice it’s there.”

Storefront Operator

Burnaby, BC

83%

of burglaries in the jewelry industry are smash-and-grab incidents

Jewelers Security Alliance.

Already Comparing Installers ?

Most window film companies offer security as an afterthought. Here’s what’s different about Ecovision.

Ecovision

Typical Window Film Company

The Ecovision Approach

We help businesses stay open, safe, and welcoming.
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Precision

Measured Twice, Installed Once

Every window measured, every film cut to spec. No shortcuts, no callbacks.
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Accountability

If Anything Falls Short, We Make It Right

We stand behind our work. No excuses, no runaround. That’s the standard on every project.
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Collaboration

Your Schedule, Not Ours

We coordinate around your business hours. Your store stays open during installation, zero disruption to operations.
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Purpose

Protection That Does More

Solar safety options also block 99% of UV and reduce heat, protecting inventory from fading while improving comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

It doesn’t make glass indestructible, nothing does, and we’ll always tell you that upfront. What it does is hold shattered glass firmly in the frame, eliminating the quick entry point that smash-and-grab thieves depend on. When the glass won’t give way, most intruders abandon the attempt within seconds.

No. Safety & security film is a clear, heavy-duty polyester. Once installed, it’s virtually invisible, your storefront looks exactly the same. Solar safety options are available if you also want heat and glare reduction.

Most retail storefront projects range from $1,000 to $3,000+ depending on the number and size of windows and film specification. That’s typically a fraction of the cost of replacing glass, installing bars, or adding shutters. We provide a free, no-obligation assessment and detailed quote within 24 hours.

Bars work, but they make your store look closed, unfriendly, or unsafe to customers. Security film provides protection without sacrificing your storefront’s appearance or foot traffic. Unlike bars, film also protects people inside from dangerous flying glass during an impact.

Laminated glass offers similar hold-together properties, but it requires full glass replacement, significantly higher cost and longer downtime. Security film retrofits onto your existing glass in hours, achieving comparable protection at a fraction of the investment.

Many business owners find that security upgrades can positively affect their insurance conversations. We provide complete documentation of the installation and product specs for your records.

See It in Action

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Watch the Smash Test

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Download the Guide

5 things every Lower Mainland store owner should know about storefront security.

Had a Recent Break-In?

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We fast-track emergency assessments within 24 hours and prioritize your installation schedule.

Priority scheduling for recent break-in victims

Get Your Free Security Assessment

We’ll evaluate your glass, measure your windows, and deliver a clear recommendation. No pressure, no obligation.

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Ecovision Double Guarantee: Installation workmanship + manufacturer product warranty up to 15 years. If anything falls short of spec, we make it right.

Most retail storefront projects: $1,000, $3,000+ depending on window count and film spec.

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Ecovision Window Films

Engineered for protection. Installed with precision.

Serving Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, New Westminster, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Delta, Langley & the Lower Mainland

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