Question 1

How dark can I legally tint in California?

Accepted Answer

Rear and back-side windows can be any darkness. Front side windows must let in at least 70% of light. Windshield tint is allowed on the top strip above the AS-1 line.

Question 2

Will tint mess with my phone signal or keyless entry?

Accepted Answer

Not our films. XPEL PRIME XR and XR PLUS are engineered signal-safe — they use nano-ceramic particles instead of metal, so GPS, cellular, keyless entry, and radar-based ADAS all work normally.

Question 3

How long does an install take?

Accepted Answer

Most vehicles are 3–5 hours for full window tint. Paint protection film varies — a partial front is a day, a full body PPF is 2–3 days. You'll get an exact time estimate at booking.

Question 4

What's the difference between ceramic and standard tint?

Accepted Answer

Standard dyed tint (like PRIME CS) is color-stable and blocks UV, but only modestly rejects heat. Ceramic (PRIME XR) and nano-ceramic (PRIME XR PLUS) block up to 88% and 98% infrared heat respectively — you feel the difference the first summer.

Question 5

Is there a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Every XPEL PRIME window film install and every XPEL PPF install is backed by a nationwide lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling, cracking, and delamination. It transfers with the vehicle.

Question 6

Do you tint Teslas and other EVs?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Polestar, and every mainstream EV. We use signal-safe ceramic film exclusively so nothing interferes with your car's sensors, cameras, or connectivity.

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