Searching for window tinting near me? You found it. Cali Auto Glass & Tint is El Cajon's authorized 3M™ dealer for car window tint, ceramic tint and 3M™ Crystalline film — with same-day service for El Cajon, Santee, Lakeside and La Mesa.
A quality car window tint does far more than change how your car looks. Properly installed tinted windows block 99% of UV rays, cut cabin heat dramatically, reduce glare on the drive home down the I-8, and stop your dashboard and seats from fading in the San Diego sun.
We install auto tint on every make and model — sedans, trucks, SUVs, Teslas and work vans. Every job uses computer-cut patterns, so no blade ever touches your glass or paint. Most vehicles are finished in about two hours at our shop on Magnolia Ave.
Whether you want a light heat-rejecting film or the full limo look, we will walk you through the legal shade limits in California before anything is applied. No surprises, no citations.
Front doors, rear doors, quarter glass and rear windshield — a complete windows tint package.
Patterns cut to your exact vehicle. No knives near your paint, no shrinking on the glass.
Every tint job is covered against bubbling, peeling, fading and purpling for as long as you own the car.
Honest, upfront pricing. We believe affordable window tinting should not mean cheap film or hidden fees — every price below includes genuine product, professional installation and a lifetime warranty.
Two front or two back doors, House Brand film. Geo Shield & 3M Extra.
Every side window plus the rear glass, House Brand film. Geo Shield & 3M Extra.
All windows plus the windshield, House brand film. Geo Shield & 3M Extra.
Final price depends on your vehicle and the film you choose. Call for an exact quote — it takes about a minute — or see our full window tint price list.
If you are searching for window tinting near me anywhere in East San Diego County, our shop is on Magnolia Ave in El Cajon — minutes from the 8 and the 67. Walk in or call ahead; both work.
On Magnolia Ave, minutes from the 8 and the 67. Walk-ins welcome.
Authorized 3M™ Dealers. We stock the real product and we will show you the box.
From the "limo look" to clear heat shields. Computer-cut patterns mean no knives near your paint.
View Shades and tint optionsMaximum heat rejection and UV protection. Keeps your interior cool without going dark.
Learn More about ceramic tintThe best film 3M makes. Blocks 97% of infrared heat while staying almost completely clear.
See Options for 3M CrystallineDo not just buy "tint." Buy the performance you actually need.
| Tint Type | Heat Rejection | UV Protection | Durability | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyed Film (Standard) | Low (10–20%) | 99% | Good (3–5 Years) | $ |
| Carbon Film | Medium (40%) | 99% | Great (No Fading) | $$ |
| Ceramic IR (Best Value) | High (80–95%) | 99.9% | Lifetime | $$$ |
| 3M™ Crystalline | Max (97%+) | 99.9% | Lifetime | $$$$ |
Stop by the shop and feel the difference on our heat lamp display before you decide.
At Cali Auto Glass & Tint window tint is what we do all day, every day. We are East County's authorized 3M™ tint shop, right here on Magnolia Ave in El Cajon, and we have built our reputation on one thing: honesty.
Computer-cut patterns, careful prep and genuine 3M™ film for every tint.
Accurate, upfront quotes. No hidden fees and no surprise charges at pickup.
Every tint job is covered against bubbling, peeling, fading and purpling for as long as you own the car.
Beyond the side windows: windshield heat film, old tint removal and full truck and SUV packages.
A clear UV and heat-rejecting film on the windshield cuts glare and cabin heat without darkening your view. Add it to any package for $100.
See Prices for windshield heat filmPurple, bubbling or peeling film? We strip it cleanly without damaging your rear defroster lines, then install fresh film. Quoted up front.
See Prices for tint removalCurved rear glass, sliders and quarter windows take more care. We tint everything from compact sedans to lifted trucks and work vans.
Learn More about truck and SUV tintingReal window tint jobs from our El Cajon shop.
Common questions from our El Cajon customers.
Two windows (front or back) start at $79 for carbon, $99 for ceramic or $160 for 3M Crystalline. A full sedan with all windows is $199 carbon, $275 ceramic or $350 3M, and adding the windshield brings it to $299, $375 or $450. Final price depends on your vehicle. Every price includes installation and a lifetime warranty — see the full price list.
A standard vehicle takes about two to four hours depending on the make, model and how many windows are being tinted. Call before 10:00 AM and we can usually get you in the same day.
California allows 70% VLT on the front side windows, and any darkness on the rear side windows and rear windshield. The windshield may only have a clear UV film or a 4-inch strip at the top. We will walk you through the limits before we apply anything, so you do not end up with a fix-it ticket.
Wait three to five days. The film needs that time to fully cure and bond to the glass. Rolling the windows down too early is the most common cause of peeling edges.
No. Every tint job is done inside our El Cajon shop on Magnolia Ave. Dust and wind outdoors get trapped under the film, so a clean, controlled bay is the only way to guarantee a flawless, bubble-free finish. Most cars are done in about two to four hours.
We will show you the official 3M box and the watermark printed on the film before it goes on your car. As an authorized dealer we have no reason to hide it, and your warranty is registered with 3M.