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461 Car Window Tinting Services in California

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Tint & Performance Specialists

5(1)
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Fantastic Service (1) Trustworthy (1)

"These guys are fantastic! They helped me out when I tore off part of the underside of the car. Super easy and pleasant to deal with, trustworthy. Highly recommended"

— Chris Gaggero

1726 S Grand Ave
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Santa Clara Tinting

4.6(5)
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Great Price (4) Friendly Staff (4) Professional (4)

"I love this place. The owner and staff treated me and my daughter like we were family. They did a great job on my New Dodge Durango! If you need great precise tint with a great price, go to this place! I'm serious you'll see what I'm talking about. 💯"

— Chris M

3295 El Camino Real D
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Auto Accesorios Lemus

4.2(91)
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Good service (10) Good prices (5) Highly recommended (5) Poor customer service (4) Installation issues (2)

"Good prices awesome work!"

— RICHARD OCHOA

1302 Chamberlain Ave
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HP Auto Glass & Tinting

10 Years in Business
4.9(36)
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Fast service (8) Great Price (6) Friendly Staff (5)

"Amazing service. Came to my home and replaced my windshield. Great price as well. Highly recommend using their services. Professional and very knowledgeable with years of experience. I've used Safelite before and I can tell you, they are WAY more expensive and not any better. Plus, I would rather help a local family owned business."

— A N

247 S Sierra Ave
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TINT MY RIDE LLC

20 Years in Business
4(53)
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Great service (9) Friendly customer service (5) Good price (6) Poor quality work (6) Unresponsive customer service (4)

"Brought my new (to me) Nissan Kicks in for tinting because I couldn’t handle the fishbowl feeling anymore— they did ceramic tinting on all windows and windshield in about 2 hours, were super kind and courteous, and extremely competitive pricing with the other shops on the street. I’ll definitely recommend them to anyone and will be a lifetime customer!"

— Alex Bullara

1154 E 11th St
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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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