Window tint dealers in San Jose, CA

Browse top local window tint installers in San Jose with reviews, ratings, business hours, and contact details.

54
installers listed
4.8
Average rating
7
Offer paint protection (PPF)
28%
CA front-window limit
Know before you tint

California window tint law

Updated 2026

Know before you buy! California is cracking down on automotive window tint violations. Make sure your installer follows the law and remember, you don't need overly dark film to keep your vehicle cool inside!

Area of vehiclePassenger cars (sedans/coupes)Multi‑purpose vehicles (SUVs/vans/pick‑ups)
Windshield Non‑reflective strip allowed only above the AS‑1 line. Same rule.
Front side windows ≥ 28 % VLT (must let at least 28 % of visible light through). ≥ 28 % VLT.
Back side windows ≥ 15 % VLT. ≥ 6 % VLT (almost limo‑tint).
Rear window ≥ 15 % VLT. ≥ 6 % VLT.

General information, not legal advice — confirm current limits with the California DMV.

San Jose's top-rated window tint pros

6 highly reviewed in San Jose

Mr. Tint Top rated Verified 3146

Mr. Tint

4.9 (892)
Open now until 5 PM
Automotive Flat PPF
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Mr. Tint

4.9 (892) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 5 PM
Services
Automotive Architectural PPF
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto glass shop
Hours
Mon
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Cuba Window Tinting Top rated Verified 3237

Cuba Window Tinting

4.9 (481)
Open now until 6:30 PM
Automotive
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Verified ★ Top rated

Cuba Window Tinting

4.9 (481) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 6:30 PM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service Vehicle wrapping service
Hours
Mon
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tue
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wed
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thu
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Fri
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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RG Vinyl Top rated Verified 26

RG Vinyl

5.0 (11)
Open now until 5 PM
Automotive car wrap
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RG Vinyl

5.0 (11) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 5 PM
Services
Automotive car wrap
Specialties
Window tinting service Vehicle wrapping service
Hours
Mon
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun
Closed
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SJ Stance Custom Wheels and tires Top rated Verified 65

SJ Stance Custom Wheels and tires

5.0 (15)
Open now until 8 PM
Automotive
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Verified ★ Top rated

SJ Stance Custom Wheels and tires

5.0 (15) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 8 PM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service Car accessories store Tire repair shop Tire shop Used tire shop Wheel store
Hours
Mon
9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tue
9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wed
9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Thu
9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri
9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
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Tint Tech Top rated Verified 71

Tint Tech

4.8 (60)
Open now until 7 PM
Automotive Flat
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Verified ★ Top rated

Tint Tech

4.8 (60) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 7 PM
Services
Automotive Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
Mon
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sun
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Tints R Us Top rated Verified 26

Tints R Us

5.0 (10)
Open now until 5 PM
Flat
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Verified ★ Top rated

Tints R Us

5.0 (10) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 5 PM
Services
Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto window tinting service
Hours
Mon
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Closed
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Best of the rest

More local dealers worth a look

Klar Home & Office Window Tinting Verified 31

Klar Home & Office Window Tinting

5.0 (5)
Open now until 6 PM
Flat
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Klar Home & Office Window Tinting

5.0 (5) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 6 PM
Services
Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
Mon
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Elite Auto Films Verified 93

Elite Auto Films

4.7 (39)
Open now until 6 PM
Automotive PPF
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Verified

Elite Auto Films

4.7 (39) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 6 PM
Services
Automotive PPF
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto body shop Auto parts store Car detailing service
Hours
Mon
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Phat Tint Shop Verified 263

Phat Tint Shop

4.7 (60)
Open now until 7 PM
Automotive
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Phat Tint Shop

4.7 (60) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 7 PM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service
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Mon
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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R/C Karz Verified 97

R/C Karz

4.7 (15)
Open now until 8 PM
Window tinting service
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R/C Karz

4.7 (15) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 8 PM
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
Mon
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sat
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sun
Closed
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AJ Professional Detailing Verified 77

AJ Professional Detailing

4.4 (619)
Open now until 5 PM
Automotive
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AJ Professional Detailing

4.4 (619) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 5 PM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto window tinting service Car wash Car detailing service
Hours
Mon
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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California Glass Tinting Verified 1

California Glass Tinting

4.0 (9)
Open now until 5:30 PM
Automotive
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California Glass Tinting

4.0 (9) Read reviews
San Jose, CA
Open now until 5:30 PM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
Mon
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wed
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thu
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Fri
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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What it costs

San Jose window tint & film price guide

Typical installed prices for CA. Final quotes vary by vehicle, film line, coverage, and warranty.

Automotive

Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Dyed / standard · per vehicle ~$250
Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Carbon · per vehicle Popular ~$345
Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Ceramic / nano-ceramic · per vehicle ~$530
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Dyed / standard · per vehicle ~$345
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Carbon · per vehicle ~$450
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Ceramic / nano-ceramic · per vehicle Premium ~$690
Two front windows only Dyed / standard · per pair ~$115
Two front windows only Ceramic · per pair ~$225
Windshield (full) Ceramic · per windshield ~$345
Windshield visor strip Any · per strip Budget ~$80
Tint removal Any · per vehicle ~$225

PPF

Partial front (bumper, partial hood, mirrors) Paint protection film · per package Budget ~$1,190
Full front (bumper, full hood, fenders, mirrors) Paint protection film · per package Popular ~$2,500
Full vehicle Paint protection film · per vehicle Premium ~$8,125

Architectural

Residential solar film Dyed / solar · per sq ft installed Budget ~$9
Security / safety film Safety · per sq ft installed Popular ~$13
Decorative / privacy film Decorative · per sq ft installed Premium ~$15

Car wrap

Full color-change vinyl wrap Vinyl wrap · per vehicle Premium ~$4,375
Partial wrap / accents Vinyl wrap · per package Budget ~$2,000

Car Care

Ceramic coating — full vehicle Ceramic coating · per vehicle Budget ~$1,250
Paint correction + coating Detailing · per vehicle Premium ~$2,250

Sample pricing for guidance only — request a quote from a dealer above for an exact figure.

Why tint in San Jose

Built for California heat and sun

San Jose's coastal weather stays comfortable, but the California sun is relentless on UV and glare. A quality ceramic film blocks heat and UV without going dark, keeping you cool and your interior from fading. Summer highs run near 82°F. The UV index peaks around 10. The sun's out roughly 257 days a year. California's front windows must pass at least 28% light, so a heat-rejecting film is the smart, legal pick.

82°F
Avg. summer high
10
Peak UV index
257
Sunny days / yr

Climate figures are representative local norms — average July high and clear-day counts from NOAA's 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals, and peak summer UV from the EPA/NWS UV Index. NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) · EPA UV Index

Good to know

Window tinting in San Jose — FAQ

How much does window tinting cost in San Jose?
A full sedan tint starts around $250 for dyed film, while ceramic packages run closer to $530. Paint protection film (PPF) is priced separately, typically starting near $1,190 for a partial front. See the full price guide above for more services.
What's the darkest legal window tint in CA?
Each state sets a minimum VLT (visible light transmission) for front-side windows, while back and rear glass can usually be darker. Confirm CA's current limits with your installer or the state DMV before booking.
What tint is best for a hot, sunny climate?
A ceramic film is usually worth it — it rejects heat and blocks UV without going dark, so you stay cool and keep the front windows within legal limits.
Do I need a tint compliance sticker?
Many states require the installer to place a compliance sticker on the front driver-side window, and the film itself must be state-certified. Ask your installer to confirm.
How long does a tint or PPF install take?
A full vehicle tint is usually done same-day in 2–4 hours. Paint protection film is more involved and often takes one to two days depending on coverage.
Can I get a medical exemption for darker tint?
Many states allow a medical exemption for darker tint. Keep a signed statement from a physician or optometrist in the vehicle in case you are asked.
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