| How Much Does Window Tinting Cost? |
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| | | Auto glass tinting is often done for cosmetic reasons, but there are also health and safety considerations. Glass that is tinted tends to be more shatter resistant because the film helps hold the pieces together. Tinted windows can serve as a theft-deterrent, shielding the interior of the vehicle from prying eyes. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, window film on glass can protect vehicle occupants from ultraviolet rays. | | |
| Typical costs: | - The price depends on the brand and type of tint used, as well as the size or type of vehicle. Average costs for tinting range from $150 to $225 for passenger cars; $150 to $195 for trucks; and $170 to $250 for SUVs and minivans.
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| What should be included: | - A typical "all-around" tint job involves the rear window, two or four door windows as well as two or four triangle windows. The price quoted should include, at the minimum, basic, non-reflective film and installation on all windows except the windshield.
- A limited warranty against bubbling or peeling should be included for at least one year. Some shops (usually those that are members of a national chain) offer lifetime warranties that follow the car's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
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| Additional costs: | - Removal of old tint costs an average of $25 with the purchase of new tint.
- Many automotive tint shops offer upgrades from standard, non-reflective tinting, such as hybrid, full metal, titanium, stainless or colored tints. Price will depend on the manufacturer and type selected.
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| Discounts: | - Discounts for automotive tinting can often be found on individual shop websites.
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| Shopping for window tinting: | - Laws on tinting car windows vary by state. There can be different regulartions regarding allowable colors, acceptable percentage of visible light transmission and percentage of reflectivity. The International Window Film Association provides a state-by-state chart of automotive tint laws.
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Article updated May 2007 |
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| Amount: $300.00 |
I paid more
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| Posted by: LouieL in San Jose, CA. | Purchased: January, 2003 |
| Car Make: Honda | Car Model: Accord |
| Auto Shop: California Auto Tinting |
I paid a bit more than average for tinting my car windows, but I feel like I got a quality job...4 years so far and no bubbles, no color changes. The tint goes all the way to the edge of the windows, too -- no untinted zones when I roll down my windows.
I think a good way to find a reliable tint company is to call some car dealerships and ask which shop they take their cars to for tinting. |
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| Amount: $300.00 |
Window tinting
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| Posted by: AnthonyG in Las Vegas, NV. | Purchased: January, 2003 |
| Car Make: Chevy | Car Model: Blazer LT |
| There are two types of tint cuts, computer controlled or by hand. Although both will yield similar results, a computer controlled cut of window film will result in a more professional job (if technician is skilled). I went to a local mom & pop shop and they did an excellent job, even placing a slightly darker tint on front windows for privacy (20% vs 35%). Make sure they give a lifetime warranty (to original purchaser) on film, most places will. Check over the work, especially around edges of windows, after the 3-day \'set\' period. If any of the film did not stick, take it back and make them redo the window. They cannot just \"glue\" the lose part down, eventually it will bubble or peel/tear away. |
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| Amount: $300.00 |
Window Tinting
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| Posted by: Gman in Humble, TX. | Purchased: January, 2003 |
| Car Make: 2007 | Car Model: Totota camry |
| Auto Shop: paladin |
| I went to paladin in Humble TX they were not the highest or the cheapest but a fair price and they did a super clean tint job on my car. |
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