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461 Car Window Tinting Services in California

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5(12)
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Friendly Staff (6) Fast service (5) Good Price (4)

"Got my car tinted here. Fast. Friendly. Good price."

— Brian Liu

57 California Ave Suite P
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Autoshield

25 Years in Business
5(11)
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Professional Installation (8) Great Service (6)

"Dave is awesome! I've been going to him for over 15 years and have had all my vehicles done by him with no complaints. If anything pops up, he takes care of it. My first and only choice for paint protection!"

— Gary S

4825 Amber Ln STE A
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Red Island Pro Tint/红岛贴膜工作室

5(62)
8819 Garvey Ave a2
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Eclipse Tinting in Modesto

30 Years in Business
4.6(240)
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Great customer service (31) Quality work (26) Fast service (15) Poor customer service experience (2)

"I had my windows tinted here over five years ago, and I can confidently say they still look as good as the day they were installed!"

— Victoria D

3012 McHenry Ave C
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Dream Audio

3.9(92)
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Great customer service (16) Professional installation (8) Fast service (4) Expensive (6) Dishonest (5)

"Jasper Taunt: Just got my car back, I got a tint a new head unit and my sub installed as well as a few extras for my 2010 Subaru WRX! This is my review from the over all service I got from mark who was very happy to help me get done exactly what i wanted, and the pricing is really the best for getting custom work done, their audio guy jimmy did a super clean install as well, im very happy and would recommend others to get work done at this shop. I will be referring people for sure! There was a bit of goo left over from the tint, it would have been nice to make sure that was cleaned up but not a big deal at all, they also have a lifetime warranty on the tint and 1 year on the stereo work."

— Jasper Taunt

211 W Katella Ave
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Window Tinting Laws in California

Front Windshield:Non-reflective tint above AS-1 line
Front Side Windows:Must allow 70% of light to pass through
Back Side Windows:Must allow 35% of light to pass through
Rear Window:Must allow 35% of light to pass through
California's strict car window tinting laws require front side windows to have at least 70% VLT (Visible Light Transmission), keeping them relatively clear. Back side and rear windows can have any darkness level. Windshield tint is limited to the top 4 inches. California prohibits red, amber, and blue tinting, and reflectivity cannot exceed standard window levels. Dual side mirrors are required with tinted back windows. Professional window tinting services ensure compliance while providing heat rejection for California's sunny climate.

Last updated: January 2024

Please note that window tinting laws may change. Always verify current regulations with your automotive window tinting provider to ensure compliance.

How much does car window tinting cost?

California car window tinting prices range from $200-$500 for full-vehicle service, reflecting the state's strict compliance requirements. Standard window tint cost for cars typically runs $200-$300, while premium ceramic or IR films cost $350-$500. Front side windows, which must meet the state's 70% VLT requirement, average $60-$90 per window. The average cost to tint car windows in major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco tends to be 10-20% higher than in suburban areas. SUVs and larger vehicles add $50-$100 to the total. Many professional car window tinting services in California include certification of legal compliance.

Prices may vary by provider and specific vehicle requirements. Contact your local window tinting service for an accurate quote.

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