Whether you are commuting down the 67, parked at Santee Lakes, or trying to cool down your living room in Carlton Hills, the East County sun is relentless. Protect your skin, your interior, and your wallet with industry-leading heat rejection.
Santee summers are notoriously hot, with average temperatures regularly pushing into the 90s and high 80s. When your car is parked outside in the sun, the interior can easily reach a blistering 130°F.
At Cali Auto Glass & Tint, we don’t just install cheap “dark” film that fades in a year. We install premium Ceramic and 3M™ Window Tint engineered to block the heat before it enters your glass.
From daily commuters to luxury vehicles and lifted trucks, we offer the best tinting solutions in the Santee area.
3M™ Crystalline & Ceramic IR Tint
We are proud to be a fully Authorized 3M™ Dealer. 3M Crystalline offers the highest heat rejection on the market. It can block massive amounts of heat without needing to be “limo dark,” making it the perfect choice for full windshield UV protection.
Tesla & EV Window Tinting
Tesla Model 3s and Model Ys have massive glass roofs and complex electronics. Our technicians are highly experienced in working with the specific glass curvature of electric vehicles, ensuring a flawless, one-piece installation that protects your battery range by reducing AC usage.
Custom Car Wraps & Chrome Deletes
Looking to stand out at the Santee drive-in? Beyond tint, we offer full vinyl color change wraps and custom chrome deletes to completely transform the look of your vehicle.
You don’t just feel the heat in your car. SDG&E bills are higher than ever. Our architectural window films are the smartest investment you can make for your property.
Residential Window Tinting (Home Tint)
Do you have large windows facing the afternoon sun? Our residential window films reduce glare on your TV, stop your hardwood floors and furniture from fading, and can lower your summer cooling costs by up to 30%.
Perfect for homes near Mission Trails, Fanita Ranch, and the Carlton Hills neighborhoods.
Commercial Window Tinting
For businesses along Mission Gorge Road and Town Center Parkway, maintaining a comfortable environment for your customers is critical. We install anti-glare, energy-saving, and privacy/frosted films for offices, storefronts, and restaurants.
We are located right next door on Magnolia Ave in El Cajon, making us the fastest and most reliable shop for Santee residents.
Q: Can you install window tint at my house in Santee?
A: Because high-quality window tint requires a completely dust-free, controlled environment to prevent bubbles and contamination, we perform all window tint installations at our clean-room shop in El Cajon, just a short drive from Santee. (Note: We DO offer mobile service for Auto Glass Repair!)
Q: What is the darkest legal tint in California?
A: California law mandates that the front driver and passenger side windows must allow at least 70% of light in (if combined with factory tint). However, rear passenger windows and the back windshield can be tinted as dark as you want. We can help you pick the perfect legal setup.
Q: How long does it take to tint my car?
A: Most full-car tint jobs take about 2 to 3 hours. You can drop your car off with us, or wait in our comfortable lobby.
Auto Glass Services & Tinting Solutions
Hours: Mon-Sat: 8am – 6pm
Sunday By Appointment Only
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