Window tint dealers in Austin, TX

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

89
installers listed
4.6
Average rating
16
Offer paint protection (PPF)
28%
TX front-window limit
Know before you tint

Texas window tint law

Updated 2026

Know before you buy! Texas 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.
Windshield
A non-reflective tint strip is allowed above the AS-1 line.
Medical exemption
Texas allows a medical exemption for darker tint. Keep a signed physician or optometrist statement in the vehicle.
Color restrictions
Red, amber, and blue tints are not permitted.
Sticker & certification
A compliance sticker is required on the driver-side window, and the film must be state-certified.

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

Austin's top-rated window tint pros

4 highly reviewed in Austin

Gato Body Shop Top rated Verified 67

Gato Body Shop

4.9 (54)
Closed Opens 8:30 AM
Automotive
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Gato Body Shop

4.9 (54) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 8:30 AM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Auto body shop Auto bodywork mechanic Auto dent removal service Auto painting Auto repair shop Auto window tinting service
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
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sun
Closed
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Trident Motorsports Top rated Verified 215

Trident Motorsports

4.9 (380)
Closed Opens 9 AM
Automotive Flat
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Trident Motorsports

4.9 (380) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 9 AM
Services
Automotive Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service Car accessories store Car stereo store Tire shop Vehicle wrapping service Wheel alignment service Wheel store Truck accessories store
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
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Closed
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Shade Shop Window Tinting & Paint Protection Top rated Verified 63

Shade Shop Window Tinting & Paint Protection

4.9 (320)
Closed Opens 8 AM
Automotive PPF
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Shade Shop Window Tinting & Paint Protection

4.9 (320) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 8 AM
Services
Automotive PPF
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto parts store Car accessories store
Hours
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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ProReflection Top rated Verified 146

ProReflection

5.0 (62)
Hours not listed
Automotive PPF care car
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ProReflection

5.0 (62) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Hours not listed
Services
Automotive PPF care car
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto restoration service Car wash Car detailing service
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Best of the rest

More local dealers worth a look

Black Optix Tint Verified 16

Black Optix Tint

5.0 (9)
Closed Opens 8 AM
Automotive
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Black Optix Tint

5.0 (9) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 8 AM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
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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Red Star Customs Verified 1

Red Star Customs

5.0 (1)
Closed Opens 10 AM
Window tinting service Truck accessories store
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Red Star Customs

5.0 (1) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 10 AM
Specialties
Window tinting service Truck accessories store
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
Closed
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Closed
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Austin Auto Armor Verified 16

Austin Auto Armor

4.6 (50)
Closed Opens 8 AM
Automotive Flat
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Austin Auto Armor

4.6 (50) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 8 AM
Services
Automotive Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service Boat detailing service RV detailing service Vehicle wrapping service Car detailing service
Hours
Mon
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Closed
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Closed
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Custom Sounds & Tint - Research Verified 26

Custom Sounds & Tint - Research

4.5 (274)
Closed Opens 10 AM
Automotive
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Custom Sounds & Tint - Research

4.5 (274) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 10 AM
Services
Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto parts store Car alarm supplier GPS supplier Car stereo store
Hours
Mon
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Closed
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Custom Sounds & Tint - Fiesta Verified 22

Custom Sounds & Tint - Fiesta

4.4 (105)
Closed Opens 10 AM
Automotive
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Custom Sounds & Tint - Fiesta

4.4 (105) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 10 AM
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Automotive
Specialties
Window tinting service Auto parts store Car alarm supplier GPS supplier Car stereo store
Hours
Mon
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Closed
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Xpress Tint Verified 2

Xpress Tint

4.0 (4)
Hours not listed
Automotive
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Xpress Tint

4.0 (4) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Hours not listed
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Automotive
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Window tinting service
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Sun-Ease Window Tinting Verified 1

Sun-Ease Window Tinting

1.0 (1)
Closed Opens 9 AM
Flat safety
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Sun-Ease Window Tinting

1.0 (1) Read reviews
Austin, TX
Closed Opens 9 AM
Services
Architectural safety
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
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
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Closed
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SunSafe Window Film | Austin Verified 1

SunSafe Window Film | Austin

Closed Opens 9 AM
Flat
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SunSafe Window Film | Austin

Austin, TX
Closed Opens 9 AM
Services
Architectural
Specialties
Window tinting service
Hours
Mon
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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What it costs

Austin window tint & film price guide

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

Automotive

Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Dyed / standard · per vehicle ~$200
Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Carbon · per vehicle Popular ~$275
Full vehicle tint — sedan/coupe Ceramic / nano-ceramic · per vehicle ~$425
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Dyed / standard · per vehicle ~$275
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Carbon · per vehicle ~$360
Full vehicle tint — SUV/truck/van Ceramic / nano-ceramic · per vehicle Premium ~$550
Two front windows only Dyed / standard · per pair ~$90
Two front windows only Ceramic · per pair ~$180
Windshield (full) Ceramic · per windshield ~$275
Windshield visor strip Any · per strip Budget ~$65
Tint removal Any · per vehicle ~$180

PPF

Partial front (bumper, partial hood, mirrors) Paint protection film · per package Budget ~$950
Full front (bumper, full hood, fenders, mirrors) Paint protection film · per package Popular ~$2,000
Full vehicle Paint protection film · per vehicle Premium ~$6,500

Architectural

Residential solar film Dyed / solar · per sq ft installed Budget ~$7
Security / safety film Safety · per sq ft installed Popular ~$10
Decorative / privacy film Decorative · per sq ft installed Premium ~$12

Car wrap

Full color-change vinyl wrap Vinyl wrap · per vehicle Premium ~$3,500
Partial wrap / accents Vinyl wrap · per package Budget ~$1,600

Car Care

Ceramic coating — full vehicle Ceramic coating · per vehicle Budget ~$1,000
Paint correction + coating Detailing · per vehicle Premium ~$1,800

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

Why tint in Austin

Built for Texas heat and sun

Austin gets long, hot summers and strong, steady sun. A quality ceramic film blocks heat and UV without going dark, keeping you cool and your interior from fading. Summer highs run near 97°F. The UV index peaks around 11. The sun's out roughly 228 days a year. Texas's front windows must pass at least 28% light, so a heat-rejecting film is the smart, legal pick.

97°F
Avg. summer high
11
Peak UV index
228
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 Austin — FAQ

How much does window tinting cost in Austin?
A full sedan tint starts around $200 for dyed film, while ceramic packages run closer to $425. Paint protection film (PPF) is priced separately, typically starting near $950 for a partial front. See the full price guide above for more services.
What's the darkest legal window tint in TX?
Each state sets a minimum VLT (visible light transmission) for front-side windows, while back and rear glass can usually be darker. Confirm TX'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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