
Professional Automotive Window Tinting
Beat the Heat, Add Privacy, Protect Your Interior | Oakland Legal Tints | Lifetime Warranty
Service Overview
Transform your vehicle with professional window tinting from Low Price Auto Glass. More than just appearance, quality window tint provides real functional benefits โ reducing heat by up to 60%, blocking 99% of harmful UV rays, protecting your interior from fading, and adding privacy and security to your vehicle.
We offer multiple film types to fit every budget and need, from affordable dyed films to premium ceramic options. All our tints are professionally installed to ensure bubble-free, long-lasting results, and we only use Oakland-legal tint levels to keep you compliant with the law.
Every tint job comes with our lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling, and fading. That's how confident we are in our materials and installation quality!
Pricing: Starting at $199 for full vehicle tinting
Benefits of Window Tinting
Why Tint Your Vehicle Windows?
Dramatic Heat Reduction
Quality window tint blocks solar heat before it enters your vehicle, reducing interior temperature by up to 60%. More comfortable driving, less A/C use, better fuel economy, and cooler steering wheel and seats.
Maximum UV Protection
Window tint blocks 99% of harmful ultraviolet rays, protecting your skin, preventing interior fading and cracking, and preserving your vehicle's interior appearance.
Enhanced Privacy & Security
Darker tints make it harder to see into your vehicle, increasing privacy, concealing valuables, deterring break-ins, and giving your vehicle a more upscale appearance.
Improved Appearance
Tinted windows provide a sleek, sophisticated appearance that enhances any vehicle, can increase resale value, and makes your vehicle look newer and more expensive.
Reduced Glare
Window tint significantly reduces sun glare and headlight glare, reducing eye strain, safer driving in bright conditions, and more comfortable long-distance drives.
Added Safety
In the event of an accident, window tint helps hold shattered glass together, reduces flying glass shards, and keeps broken glass from injuring passengers.
Tint Film Options
We offer four types of window tint film, each with different benefits and price points:
DYED WINDOW FILM
Best For: Budget-conscious owners wanting basic tint benefits
Entry-level window tint using dyed polyester film. Provides good heat and glare reduction at an affordable price.
Benefits:
- Most affordable option
- Good glare reduction
- Non-reflective matte finish
- Decent heat rejection
- Provides privacy
- Blocks UV rays
Pricing: Starting at $199 (full vehicle)
Warranty: Lifetime against bubbling and peeling
METALIZED WINDOW FILM
Best For: Those wanting superior performance and durability
Advanced film with metallic particles embedded in the layers. Provides excellent heat rejection and fade resistance.
Benefits:
- Superior heat rejection
- Highly durable and fade-resistant
- Slight reflective appearance
- Strong and scratch-resistant
- Excellent glare reduction
- Blocks 99% of UV rays
Pricing: Starting at $299 (full vehicle)
Warranty: Lifetime against bubbling, peeling, and fading
CARBON WINDOW FILM
Best For: Those wanting excellent performance without signal interference
Premium carbon-infused film that provides outstanding heat rejection without metal layers. Matte black finish looks sophisticated.
Benefits:
- Excellent heat rejection
- No signal interference (GPS, phone, radio work perfectly)
- Matte black appearance
- Will not fade or change color over time
- Strong and durable
- Blocks 99% of UV rays
Pricing: Starting at $399 (full vehicle)
Warranty: Lifetime against bubbling, peeling, and fading
CERAMIC WINDOW FILM
Best For: Those wanting the absolute best performance and clarity
Top-tier window film using ceramic (non-conductive, non-metallic) particles. The best heat rejection, clarity, and performance available.
Benefits:
- Maximum heat rejection (best available)
- Crystal-clear visibility with no haze
- Zero signal interference
- Superior UV protection (99%+)
- Will NEVER fade, change color, or turn purple
- Maintains excellent visibility at night
- Highest quality and longest-lasting
Pricing: Starting at $499 (full vehicle)
Warranty: Lifetime against bubbling, peeling, fading, and discoloration
Oakland Legal Tint Levels
KNOW THE LAW โ STAY COMPLIANT
Oakland has specific laws about window tint darkness (Oakland Vehicle Code Section 26708). We ensure all our installations are 100% compliant!
FRONT WINDSHIELD:
- Only a 4-inch strip at the top is allowed to be tinted
- OR tint up to the AS-1 line (marked on windshield)
- No other tinting allowed on front windshield
FRONT SIDE WINDOWS:
- MUST allow MORE than 70% of light to pass through
- Only very light tint is legal
- Legal options: 70% or 80% tint (very light)
BACK SIDE WINDOWS:
- ANY darkness level is permitted
- Can be very dark "limo tint" if desired
- No restrictions on light transmission
REAR WINDOW:
- ANY darkness level is permitted
- ONLY if your vehicle has both side mirrors
- If one side mirror is missing/broken, rear window can't be dark
โ ๏ธ PENALTIES FOR ILLEGAL TINT:
Oakland law enforcement CAN pull you over for illegal tint and issue a fix-it ticket. Don't risk it โ we keep you legal!
โ We Ensure Compliance: All our window tint installations comply with Oakland law. We'll never install illegal tint on front windows!
Shade Options Available
We offer six darkness levels (measured by Visible Light Transmission or VLT %):
LIMO TINT
Extremely dark, maximum privacy. Very difficult to see through.
Legal for:
Back side windows, rear window only
DARK TINT
Very dark, high privacy. Hard to see through from outside.
Legal for:
Back side windows, rear window only
MEDIUM-DARK
Dark but you can see shadows/shapes. Good balance of privacy and visibility.
Legal for:
Back side windows, rear window only
MEDIUM TINT
Moderate darkness, decent privacy. Can see through somewhat clearly.
Legal for:
Back side windows, rear window only
LIGHT TINT
Lighter tint, subtle appearance. Easy to see through.
Legal for:
Back side windows, rear window only
VERY LIGHT
Very light, almost clear appearance. Barely noticeable.
Legal for:
ALL windows (front legal at 70%+)
Our Tinting Process
Professional 6-Step Window Tint Installation
Thorough Window Cleaning
We meticulously clean all windows inside and out, removing all dirt, oils, and contaminants. Clean windows are critical for proper adhesion!
Precision Cutting
We precisely cut tint film to match your exact window shape and size. No pre-cut generic films โ every job is custom!
Application Solution
We apply a special solution to the window that allows us to position the film perfectly.
Film Application
We carefully apply the tint film to your windows using professional techniques developed over 25+ years.
Squeegee & Remove Air/Water
Using specialized squeegees, we remove all air bubbles and water from between the film and glass. This requires skill and patience!
Trim & Final Inspection
We trim edges for a perfect fit and perform final quality inspection to ensure no bubbles, gaps, or imperfections.
Installation Time: 2-4 hours for full vehicle
Care Instructions
After Your Tint Installation:
Wait 3-7 Days Before Rolling Windows Down
The tint needs time to fully cure and adhere. Rolling windows down too soon can cause the film to peel or shift.
Use Only Ammonia-Free Cleaners
Ammonia (in Windex and some cleaners) will damage window tint! Use ammonia-free glass cleaner or just water and a microfiber cloth.
Avoid Abrasive Materials
Don't use paper towels, rough cloths, or anything abrasive. Use soft microfiber cloths only.
Don't Worry About Small Water Bubbles
It's normal to see small water bubbles for the first few days as the tint cures. They'll disappear on their own!
Pricing
Window Tinting Pricing:
Dyed Film: Starting at $199
Full vehicle (all windows except front windshield)
Metalized Film: Starting at $299
Full vehicle (all windows except front windshield)
Carbon Film: Starting at $399
Full vehicle (all windows except front windshield)
Ceramic Film: Starting at $499
Full vehicle (all windows except front windshield)
Individual Windows: Available
Call for pricing
Pricing varies based on:
- Your vehicle type (cars vs. SUVs vs. trucks)
- Number of windows
- Film type selected
- Shade/darkness level
Get Your Exact Quote: Call (510) 568-7131
Lifetime Warranty
We Stand Behind Our Work!
Every window tint installation from Low Price Auto Glass includes our LIFETIME WARRANTY against:
If any of these issues occur due to film defect or installation error, we'll fix it FREE!
(Warranty does not cover damage from external sources like scratches, accidents, or improper cleaning)
Know your glass
Not sure what to call it? Windshield, vent, door, sun roof, quarter, and back glass โ this diagram shows the usual names.

Ready to Transform Your Vehicle?
Beat the heat and add style with professional window tinting!
Call Now for Your Free Quote:
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