Businessman protects buildings with Rolladens

Eric Elam, owner of CardSmart Merchant Services, 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 entry way.

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. But the rolling shutters have since prevented any further damage.

"We had the first ones installed back in May," Elam said. "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 is also a big factor. "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."

According to Elam, the service from Rolladen was excellent. "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. "I have always recommended Rolladen without hesitation."

Rolladen Rolling Shutters has been in Southern Nevada for more than 20 years. Fran Minnozzi started the company in Las Vegas when he 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 two showrooms in the Las Vegas Valley, including its original location at 6168 W. Charleston Blvd., just west of Jones. A 15,000 square-foot building at 4405 Wagon Trail Ave., near Arville and Sunset roads in the Southwest valley, includes both a showroom and manufacturing area where each shutter order is built.

The company is offering 50 percent off installation prices through Oct. 31. Further information is available at rolladenlv.com or by calling 878-1072.