Businessman protects against vandals with Rolladens

Local businessman Eric Elam has equipped two of his buildings with Rolladen Rolling Shutters after windows were broken by vandals using BB guns.

Eric Elam, whose CardSmart Merchant Services is situated at 5425 S. Eastern Ave., had Rolladen Rolling Shutters installed on his business for three reasons.

The company’s two buildings face east, so the morning glare from the sun is no longer a concern in his conference room or entryway.

Second, Elam’s power bill dropped 35 percent as soon as the shutters were installed on his two buildings that now include 15 shutters.

Possibly even more important, however, was the fact that Elam’s windows were being shot out by vandals using BB guns. In fact, many of the other businesses in the neighborhood were also being hit by damage from BB guns.

Even after the shutters were installed, the vandals tried unsuccessfully to damage the windows. The rolling shutters have since prevented against any further damage.

“We had the first ones installed back in May,” he recalled. “Then we added the others to the building next door in July. I was a repeat customer in a matter of months. If you walk into these buildings in the middle of the day, it’s cold as ice.”

The security feature that is combined with the energy is a big factor, he added.
“Anyone who might want to break in would have to go through an awful lot of work to tear off the shutters,” he said.  “I feel much more secure having the shutters, and their energy savings is the plus.

Elam said the service from Rolladen was top notoch.

“I have been here nine years,” he said, “and Rolladen has the same honesty and integrity that I strive to provide as a fellow company owner.”

Elam said he has recommended Rolladen to several friends. “I have always recommended Rolladen without hesitation.”

Rolladen Rolling Shutters has been in Southern Nevada for more than 20 years. The company was formed here by Fran Minnozzi, who discovered the rolling shutters while working as an airline attendant in Europe.

Company representatives custom measure each business or residence and build the shutters in Southern Nevada with parts from Europe. Installation usually takes place four to five weeks after the contract has been signed.

Rolladen has a pair of showrooms in the Las Vegas valley including its original location at 6168 W. Charleston Blvd., just west of Jones. The company is offering 50 percent off installation prices through Oct. 31.

A 15,000 square-foot building at 4405 Wagon Trail Ave., near Arville and and Sunset roads in the southwest valley includes both a showroom and manufacturing area where each shutter order is built.

Further information can be found at www.rolladenlv.com., or by calling 8778-1072.

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Couple equips home with Rolladens after attempted break-in

Carl and Anne Simons added Rolladen Rolling Shutters to their 3,200 square-foot single-story home in the southwest valley after an attempted break-in at the residence.
Carl and Anne Simons came home to find their southwest valley home had been the site of an attempted break-in.

However, the couple no longer has to worry about burglars invading their lives now that they have Rolladen Rolling Shutters on 15 doors and windows on their 3,200 square-foot home.

“You feel violated and we were just scared because I travel by myself occasionally while leaving my wife at home sometimes,” said Mr. Simons, who with his wife retired to Las Vegas four years ago after living in Hawaii.

“Without the Rolladens, I felt my marathon running career was over because I didn’t feel safe about leaving her home alone.”

The Simons live in a gated community. Their home backs up to a golf course which provides a wonderful view of the city.

“We like the view in the morning, but we also enjoy the idea that we can secure our home when we leave,” he added. “Even more importantly, we like to secure our home at night. We feel much safer now.”

Mrs. Simons concurred saying “When the Rolladens go down, I feel secure.

The couple had never had rolling shutters before moving to Las Vegas.

“We had not heard about them,” explained Mrs. Simon. “We learned about them at a community gathering where the sales person convinced us that the rolling shutters were exactly what we were needed. We had already been burglarized at the time, so were looking for protection.”

The Simons lauded the service provided by Rolladen

“We had two separate crews and they were both excellent,” Mr. Simon said. “They cleaned up after themselves; and cleaned and painted everything. We didn’t have to do a darned thing.”

Rolladen Rolling Shutters are roll-filled slats operated manually, electrically or by remote control. They lower power bills by as much as 64 percent while also preventing against burglaries.

Company offices are situated at 6168 W. Charleston Blvd. and at 4405 Wagon Trail Ave. in the southwest valley near Arville and Sunset.

Further information is available at 878-1072 or at www.rolladenlv.com.

Each office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and by appointment on Saturday.

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Woman has shutters installed on Summerlin home for safety, sunlight

Linda Raymond had Rolladen Rolling Shutters installed on her Summerlin home 12 years ago and plans to have more added to her home in the near future.

One of the first things Linda Raymond did when she purchased her home in Summerlin 12 years ago was have Rolladen Rolling Shutters installed on two upstairs windows and her downstairs bedroom.

“I love my shutters,” said Raymond, who is a coordinator for the deaf and hard of hearing program for the Clark County School District. “I had them installed because of their energy savings and the fact that they block out the light.

“I can’t sleep when the light is allowed in my house. I also had the one put in my bedroom for security reasons. Nothing beats rolling shutters and I wouldn’t be without them. In fact, I want to have more installed in the near future.”

Raymond said the light issue is especially important for her in her south-facing Summerlin home.

“Most deaf people cannot sleep when there is light allowed in a home,” she said. “We are very visual people, so we are sensitive to the light. I have been deaf since birth, and I have been very concerned about security since I got my first home. My neighbors are not here year round, so I feel much safer with my Rolladens.”

Raymond, a 26-year resident of Las Vegas who moved here from Los Angeles, said the service provided by Rolladen was excellent. While her 1,800 square-foot, two-story Summerlin home is her third residence, it is her first home with Rolladens.

“They treated me very well,” she said. “Many people have asked me about my shutters, and I tell them they are wonderful.”

Raymond said the versatility of the shutters allows her to open the shutters, which can be left in a vented position while still providing security.

“They allow me to air out the home when necessary,” Raymond said. “It’s so nice to be able to do that especially in the spring and fall.”

Rolladen Rolling Shutters cut energy consumption as much as 64 percent while also protecting against fading from the sun light along with providing invaluable protection against burglaries.

Rolladen Rolling Shutters was founded locally by Fran Minnozzi in 1984. The company now has two offices, one at 6168 W. Charleston Blvd., and another at 4405 Wagon Trail Ave., near Sunset and Arville.

Each home or business is custom measured by local sales consultants, while the shutters are made at the Rolladen warehouse. The shutters are usually installed 4-6 weeks after the measurements have been taken.

Further information can be found by calling 878-1072 or by visitingwww.rolladenlv.com.

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