Window tint dealers in South Gate, CA

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

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4.6

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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South Gate's top-rated window tint pros

4 highly reviewed in South Gate

Top rated Verified 57

WHEEL HUB- RIMS/TIRES/WRAP/TINT KUSTOM SHOP

4.8 (21)

Open now until 6 PM

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WHEEL HUB- RIMS/TIRES/WRAP/TINT KUSTOM SHOP

4.8 (21) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

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Automotive

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Wheel store Auto window tinting service Car accessories store Tire shop Truck accessories store Vehicle wrapping service

Hours

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 – 5:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Sunshine Tint Studio

5.0 (10)

Open now until 6 PM

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Sunshine Tint Studio

5.0 (10) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service Car detailing service Car wash

Hours

Mon: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thu: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Nuñez Tires

4.9 (40)

Open now until 6:30 PM

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Nuñez Tires

4.9 (40) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6:30 PM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service Used tire shop Wheel store Tire shop

Hours

Mon: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tue: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thu: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun: Closed

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Edgeless Auto Tint specialist

4.9 (92)

Open now until 6 PM

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Edgeless Auto Tint specialist

4.9 (92) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

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Automotive

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Auto window tinting service

Hours

Mon: Closed
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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tint crafts

5.0 (5)

Open now until 7 PM

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tint crafts

5.0 (5) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 7 PM

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Automotive

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Auto window tinting service

Hours

Mon: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sun: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Jerry’s Auto Sounds & Tints

4.7 (23)

Open now until 6 PM

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Jerry’s Auto Sounds & Tints

4.7 (23) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

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Automotive Architectural

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Window tinting service

Hours

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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Sterling auto spa

4.7 (13)

Open now until 3 PM

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Sterling auto spa

4.7 (13) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 3 PM

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Automotive

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Window tinting service Car detailing service

Hours

Mon: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tue: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wed: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thu: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sun: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Tint Time SG

4.6 (21)

Open now until 6 PM

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Tint Time SG

4.6 (21) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

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Automotive

Specialties

Window tinting service Auto glass repair service Car alarm supplier Car stereo store

Hours

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: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Los Angeles Window Tint & Car Wraps

4.4 (63)

Open now until 7 PM

Automotive car wrap

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Los Angeles Window Tint & Car Wraps

4.4 (63) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 7 PM

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Automotive car wrap

Specialties

Window tinting service Digital printing 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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Cali’s Finest Autospa - PPF, Paint Protection Film & Window Tint

4.2 (55)

Open now until 5 PM

Automotive PPF

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Cali’s Finest Autospa - PPF, Paint Protection Film & Window Tint

4.2 (55) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 5 PM

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Automotive PPF

Specialties

Window tinting service Auto window tinting service Car detailing service

Hours

Mon: Closed
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: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Andy's Auto Tint

3.8 (71)

Open now until 6 PM

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Andy's Auto Tint

3.8 (71) Read reviews

South Gate, CA

Open now until 6 PM

Services

Automotive

Specialties

Window tinting service Car alarm supplier Car stereo store

Hours

Mon: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue: Closed
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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South Tint & Wrap

Open now until 5 PM

Automotive car wrap

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South Tint & Wrap

South Gate, CA

Open now until 5 PM

Services

Automotive car wrap

Specialties

Auto window tinting service Vehicle wrapping service

Hours

Mon: Closed
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: Closed
Sun: Closed

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What it costs

South Gate 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

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

Why tint in South Gate

Built for California heat and sun

South Gate'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 South Gate — FAQ

How much does window tinting cost in South Gate?

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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