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ISLAND TINTING A Company that Embodies Quality and Dependability
Joe Roberto and Tom Roberto are the owners of East Island Tinting. North Island Tinting is owned by the Roberto brothers along with Rick Johnson who maintain, “Window tinting is an Art. We absolutely believe with all confidence to be the very best at window tinting. We apply our pride and passion to the art on each pane of glass whether it is automotive or flat glass. Initially this is what we wanted extend to the people of Guam,” Roberto said. “What started out only tinting vehicles has developed into the entire window film spectrum and learning of the sun’s molecular activity and window or glass creation,” Roberto began. “After a few years, our reputation of the highest quality workmanship and customer service excellence led to more and more requests for tinting homes and buildings. The requests grew to the point where we needed, by law to attain a Contractors License,” he said.
“We are proud members of the Guam Contractors Association. We believe the association to be a very important part of our company. GCA keeps us informed regarding safety classes, upcoming events and more importantly any new news with any change in contracting laws or requirements. Public Law CLB 93-0543, requires that all companies doing ANY work on homes and buildings must obtain a contractors license. “Upon passing the contractors license test, friends and business contacts suggested we be a part of the Guam Contractors Association. This took us further and a very serious approach towards our industry,” Roberto added. “We literally have taken this industry to a level other full service tint shops do not care to reach. In 2005, because of our
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dedication and willingness to go the distance, we were recognized by the International Window Film Association (IWFA), a global organization made up of film manufacturers, distributors and dealers. While most manufacturers certify any tint shop that simply purchases their products, to be accredited with the IWFA, one must pass a very intensive and concentrated program test” he added. North Island Tinting and East Island Tinting are the only fully serviced tint shops on Guam with a contractor’s license and that are accredited in the tinting industry by the IWFA. “We are proud members of the Guam Contractors Association. We believe the association to be a very important part of our company. GCA keeps us informed regarding safety classes, upcoming events and more importantly any new news with any change in contracting laws or requirements. We also have forged business relationships through the association and earned trust by being the most knowledgeable in our industry,” Roberto explained, “In addition to our GCA membership, being a part of the IWFA has truly sent us far above our competition. Customers are profoundly confident in each word we speak of the specific film their looking for,” he said. North Island Tinting and East Island Tinting take their service seriously. They are no backyard window film installation outfit. When dealing with the Military, Federal Government, local Government and very large contractors, specifications are required on each product. The military specifically requires a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) report, warranty certificates, strengths of the products etc. The certification and
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