Window tint dealers in Santa Barbara, CA

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

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4.8

Average rating

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 vehicle	Passenger 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.

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Santa Barbara's top-rated window tint pros

3 highly reviewed in Santa Barbara

Top rated Verified 15

Tint Designs

5.0 (27)

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

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Tint Designs

5.0 (27) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

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Automotive PPF

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Window tinting service

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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: Closed
Sun: Closed

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CalCoast Glass Tinting, Inc

5.0 (51)

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

Automotive

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CalCoast Glass Tinting, Inc

5.0 (51) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

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Automotive

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Window tinting service Graffiti removal service

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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: Closed
Sun: Closed

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Bright Solutions Residential and Commercial Glass Tinting

5.0 (25)

Closed Opens 8 AM

Automotive Flat

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Bright Solutions Residential and Commercial Glass Tinting

5.0 (25) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM

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Automotive Architectural

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Window tinting service

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Mon: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Pro Window Tint

5.0 (3)

Closed Opens 8 AM

Automotive

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Pro Window Tint

5.0 (3) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service

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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: Closed

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Santa Barbara Mobile Tint LLC

5.0 (8)

Closed Opens 7 AM

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Santa Barbara Mobile Tint LLC

5.0 (8) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 7 AM

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Window tinting service

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Mon: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tue: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wed: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thu: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Fri: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

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Castaneda Pro Tint

5.0 (1)

Closed Opens 9 AM Monday

Automotive Flat

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Castaneda Pro Tint

5.0 (1) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 9 AM Monday

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Automotive Architectural

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Window tinting service

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Mon: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

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Advanced Solar Control Tinting - Santa Barbara

5.0 (2)

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

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Advanced Solar Control Tinting - Santa Barbara

5.0 (2) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM Monday

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Architectural safety

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Window tinting service Window treatment store

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Mon: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

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SANTA BARBARA TINT FACTORY

5.0 (2)

Closed Opens 9 AM Monday

Automotive

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SANTA BARBARA TINT FACTORY

5.0 (2) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 9 AM Monday

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Automotive

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Window tinting service

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Mon: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

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Car Stereo Guys & Window Tint - Santa Barbara

4.3 (31)

Closed Opens 10 AM Monday

Automotive Flat

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Car Stereo Guys & Window Tint - Santa Barbara

4.3 (31) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 10 AM Monday

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Automotive Architectural

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Window tinting service

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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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Auto Sounds Car Stereo & Window Tinting

4.3 (47)

Closed Opens 9 AM

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Auto Sounds Car Stereo & Window Tinting

4.3 (47) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 9 AM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service Car alarm supplier Car stereo store

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Mon: 9:00 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: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Solar West Glass Tinting

3.7 (3)

Closed Opens 8 AM

Flat

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Solar West Glass Tinting

3.7 (3) Read reviews

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM

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Architectural

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Window tinting service Graffiti removal service

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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: Closed

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Elite Window Tinting

Closed Opens 8 AM

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Elite Window Tinting

Santa Barbara, CA

Closed Opens 8 AM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service

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Mon: Closed
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: Closed

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What it costs

Santa Barbara 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

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

Why tint in Santa Barbara

Built for California heat and sun

Santa Barbara'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 270 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

Peak UV index

270

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 Santa Barbara — FAQ

How much does window tinting cost in Santa Barbara?

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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