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26 Car Window Tinting Services in San-Diego

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C2 Auto Design

5(8)
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Professional Staff (6) Friendly Service (4) Fast Turnaround (3)

"Fantastic place to get your vehicle beautified! Very talented, you will not be disappointed!"

— Emilie Flemister

8920 Kenamar Dr Suite 207
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SD Wrap

4.4(145)
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Great work (12) Friendly staff (5) Poor communication (10) Long wait times (6)

"These guys did an amazing job with my old, classic car. And it was fun to look at the variety of cars he was working on in his shop. All having such unique things done, and all looked incredible."

— Josh Board

8470 Production Ave
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Beatz Car Audio

4.9(113)
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Great Service (20) Professional (6) Affordable (5) Long Wait Times (2) Unprofessional Service (1)

"Sam is very professional and friendly!! Excellent service on tinting my windows and installing LED lights :)"

— Jesus Lopez

1555 Palm Ave
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Superior Window Solutions

2 Years in Business
4.8(68)
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Professional Installation (18) Fast Service (10) Great Price (8) Poor Customer Service (2) Warranty Issues (1)

"SWS Rocks!!!"

— Brett Mills

7960 Silverton Ave UNIT 122
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Joe's Stereo

10 Years in Business
4.5(218)
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Great service (10) Professional (5) Quick (5) High prices (4) Inconsistent quality (4)

"They saw me coming. Charged me over 500 to rewire my car alarm and I had to come back 4 times before they got it right. THESE PEOPLE ARE CROOKS"

— DawnMarie

3091 Market 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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