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    RAV4 tint
    Rogelio T.

    In and out quick. Joseph the owner is very welcoming and explained everything in detail. Took about an hour and now my RAV4 looks great. He also provided warranty which is very important to me.

    Tom S.

    Joseph was very responsive, a navy veteran, and did an excellent job. He explained to me the differences in the tent and I would highly recommend his work. The car looks great because of his time, expertise, patience and attention to detail.

    Tinted windows

    Highly recommend! Joseph was exceptionally responsive and his price was more than competitive. It was super convenient to book and he comes to your house. I had my two front windows tinted to match the back and it came out great. And he is just the nicest guy!

    We had just purchased a new car and had to get that fresh tint put on. Did the usual research and reach-outs for quotes. Most couldn't happen until the following week. That is .. until I got the response back from Joseph. He came through the next morning and put on that fresh tint. Looking clean! Considering that I didn't have to go to him, the quality of his work, the professionalism, and his genuine personality, the price reflects tremendous value to me. So much so that we brought him back to put some mirror tint onto the front windows of our home. Now the house looking fresh too. Haha thanks, Joseph!

    Just got my windows tinted by Joseph he was super professional and personable! Did a great job for a great price and was super informative about everything! Highly recommend him!!!

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    Thank you for trusting Shade Shift! It was a pleasure to meet you!

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    Thank you for the kind words Tom! It was truly a pleasure!

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    Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure to work with you.

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    Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure to help!

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    8 months ago

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    Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure to help out!

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    11 months ago

    Joseph did a great job and was very professional. I appreciate the service and was happy to do business with him. Thanks again Joseph

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    9 months ago

    Responsive; quality of work; came to my residence; pricing was great; answered questions

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    Joseph M.

    Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure! Enjoy your new tint!

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    Joseph was incredibly flexible and accommodating with both time and location to fit my needs.

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    Ceramic Pro

    Ceramic Pro

    4.8
    (605 reviews)

    ​Had a Ceramic Pro ION applied on my 2025 CRV. Overall, a very solid experience. The work was done…read morewith care and attention to detail, and they took their time rather than rushing through it. They explained the warranty and aftercare in a straightforward way. What also stood out is that they're using a legitimate professional system, not off-the-shelf products, and applying it properly. If you're looking for a detail-oriented shop that does things the right way, this is the place you are looking for. I don't have a good picture so I had a little bit of fun with an image generator..

    I brought my new Lexus GX 550 in for the Ultimate Armour package (just under $5k)…read more Scheduling and drop-off were both straightforward and easy, so no complaints there. Where things started to slip was on the pickup side. I was told the car was ready, but still ended up waiting about 30-40 minutes before actually getting it. At checkout, I was also surprised to see a tip screen with suggested amounts that felt pretty high given the service. I ended up leaving a small tip, but the experience itself didn't really match that level of expectation. I also would have appreciated a quick walkthrough of the work that was done--especially at that price point--but it was more of a quick handoff of the keys. I came back for the 10-day follow-up and made a point to ask about timing ahead of time. I was told it would take about an hour. I arrived early, but after an hour the car hadn't been touched yet, and there wasn't any update unless I asked. That part was frustrating. So, they ended up rushing my 10-day follow-up inspection. Gave the car a quick rinse and handed me the keys. What was the point of driving down from Carlsbad??? Over 3 hours wasted. For comparison, I had a great experience at their Kearny Mesa location previously, so I know what they're capable of. This location is stretched thin, which seemed to impact communication and overall service. I was not the only customer in the lobby feeling this way. Given the type of clientele they're working with and the pricing, I was expecting a bit more consistency and attention to detail. Their follow-up consisted of more sales pitches of coupons for services I already had done. Would have been nice to have the discounts PRIOR to the work! I planned on using the wash program and mentioned to Jasmine my poor service experience. Think there was follow-up? Nada. So, thumbs "kind of" up for Ceramic Pro but thumbs down for this location. Overall, I think the company itself does good work, and have used the Kearny Mesa location in the past several times with excellent success!! I would not choose this location again.

    Alvin O's Custom Window Tinting

    Alvin O's Custom Window Tinting

    4.9
    (210 reviews)

    After 14 years with the same shop, I am officially a convert. I called Alvin at 12:45 PM just to…read moreget some information, and he mentioned he had a 1:00 PM cancellation. I headed straight over, and his team had my ProMaster delivery van finished in under an hour. What really makes this place stand out is the personal touch. Alvin has over 40 years of experience and is a true master of his craft. He is a great conversationalist and clearly loves what he does. He never rushed me off the phone and stayed on to answer every single question I had, plus he gave me extra details I wouldn't have even thought to ask about. On top of the great service, I was very happy with the price. It actually came in slightly less than what I was quoted at other shops. His crew, Gabe and Gene, are also at the top of their game. They are professional, knowledgeable, and work with incredible efficiency. It is rare to find a business that treats window tinting as a passion rather than just a job. If you want a shop that treats you like a human being instead of just another invoice, go see Alvin. I am glad I made the switch.

    Update from my glowing review 2 years ago: Alvin and his team did more phenomenal work on my car in…read moreone single, quick stay. Paint correction, detailing, ceramic coat and even installation of my dashcam cabling within the trim (previously the wire just swung around in my line of sight). Another incredible experience. I've also brought my girlfriend's new car in as well! 100% recommend!

    Film Werkz

    Film Werkz

    4.9
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    Dan took care of me and my Lexus RC350. Such an amazing job. I can't tell you how many compliments…read moreI got on the work. Kkthxbyeeeeee QC & The Quantum Dogs

    We recently had Paint Protection Film installed on our brand new BMW Z4 M40i in Frozen Grey II…read moreMetallic, and Film Werkz absolutely exceeded every expectation. This car is not an easy PPF job. The factory matte paint alone is a challenge, as I wanted the film to match perfectly in finish, sheen, and texture so that it would be as invisible as possible. On top of that, the Z4 has a massive clamshell hood that's wider than standard PPF rolls, plus very aggressive front and rear bumper designs with sharp angles, ducts, grills, and tight transitions. This is not a car you hand to "just any" shop. We protected all major high-impact areas: front bumper, headlights, full hood, rocker panels, and the entire rear bumper. From the very first interaction, Daniel at Film Werkz was head and shoulders above every other shop we contacted. I sent a very detailed inquiry with specific questions about materials, installation techniques, edge handling, and long-term durability. Daniel took the time to respond thoughtfully to every point with explanations clearly born out of real experience -- not boilerplate marketing answers. He even shared a recent Z4 M40i with the exact same Frozen paint that they had just completed, which instantly gave us confidence we were in the right hands. When we picked the car up, it looked stunning because the install was so invisible it looked like nothing had been done -- which is exactly how a perfect PPF install should look. The film is practically undetectable unless you know where to look. No visible seams, excellent tucking, flawless transitions between protected and unprotected panels, and even the feel of the surface matches the factory matte paint. The hood is one large piece of film stretched and installed perfectly. The rear bumper was also done in a single piece and looks phenomenal. The front bumper -- especially around the emblem and complex openings -- is immaculate. I've been a gearhead for over 25 years and do much of my own work, so when I have to take a car "out of house," I vet shops like a vendor reviewing a subcontractor. We contacted five highly rated shops in the San Diego area, and from the first response onward, Film Werkz stood apart. Pricing was very competitive, but more importantly, Daniel instilled complete confidence that our car was being handled by a true craftsman who understands both the material and the long-term consequences of every decision. During the install, we actually increased the scope of work, and Daniel handled it seamlessly -- with transparent pricing, no pressure, and the same attention to detail throughout. Film Werkz is exactly the kind of small boutique shop I was hoping to find -- focused, meticulous, and run by someone who genuinely shares a passion for cars. Daniel has earned a lifelong customer, and Film Werkz is now our only go-to shop for PPF, tint, vinyl, or any vehicle enhancement work. Highly, highly recommended.

    Shade Shift - carwindowtinting - Updated June 2026

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