In San Diego, car window tint is a no brainer. Window tint isn’t just stylish, it improves quality of life and preserves the resale value of your vehicle. By installing a quality window tint, you’ll better manage your car’s internal temperature, reduce glare, and keep your interiors from being bleached by the sun. The only real question is whether you install car window tint yourself, or seek out the help of an experienced professional.

When considering DIY car window tint vs. professional installation, here is what you need to consider:

Convenience

Applying window tint isn’t rocket science, but it is considerably more difficult than, say, applying a bumper sticker. A first-time window tint installer can expect an hours long project, with plenty of potentially frustrating moments, presuming you even have the right tools for the job. Meanwhile, hiring a trusted professional installer ensures a quality installation, without the headache!

Quality

Speaking of quality, a professionally installed car window tint will be smooth and error free. An inexperienced installer runs the risk of uneven application, leading to rough looking angles or even bubbles. A single speck of dust can cause bubbles, and while pre-cut kits might ensure your DIY car window tint is the correct size and shape for your vehicle, achieving a steady, even application is a skill that takes practice. Half the point of car window tint is that it looks great! Shoddy results will look worse than no tint at all.

Legality

How to physically install tinted film isn’t the only concern when it comes to DIY car window tint vs. professional installation. You must also be sure your window tint is legal. California has laws delineating how dark car window tint can be, depending on which part of the car — for example, the windshield — is covered. A professional car window tint installer will know the regulations well, and will be able to guide you to the correct level of tint from a reliable window film brand. A DIY installer may wind up successfully installing the film, only to get a ticket and be forced to remove it soon after.

Cost

There’s no question a DIY car window tint installation can be done at lower cost than enlisting the services of a professional. However, that’s only the case when you successfully install your window film on the first try. Once you tally up the cost of tools and hours spent creating a clean enough workspace to install your car window film, the true costs will be closer than you think. Crucially, the difference in price will be negated if you improperly apply your window film, then have to remove it and start over. A professional installer will net you guaranteed results!

Consult the Pros for window tinting at Car Audio City

Located in National City, Car Audio City is staffed by experienced, professional car window tint installers. We know which tinted window film is most presentable, legal, and certain to protect your car’s value. Contact us today for a quote, and save yourself the hassle of a DIY car window tint installation!