Auto Window Tint in Sarasota, FL

XPEL PRIME XR PLUS ceramic tint installed same day at our Sarasota studio. Blocks 99% of UV and 60%+ of heat, backed by a lifetime warranty.


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  • Lifetime Warranty
  • XPEL Certified

What it costs

XPEL PRIME XR PLUS ceramic film. Lifetime warranty.

Prices before tax. Bundle discounts apply when paired with PPF or ceramic coating. Same-day install subject to scheduling — call the shop for current lead times.

  • Same day

    Two front windows

    Starting from

    $349

    Driver and passenger side.

  • Same day

    Sedan

    Starting from

    $799

    Full vehicle — all side glass plus rear.

    Add-ons

    • Windshield +$500
    • Roof +$500
  • Same day

    SUV / truck

    Starting from

    $989

    Full vehicle — all side glass plus rear.

    Add-ons

    • Windshield +$500
    • Roof +$600
  • Same day

    Complex glass

    Starting from

    $989

    Full vehicle — one-piece rear glass or oversized windshields.

    Add-ons

    • Windshield +$899

What actually cuts the heat

The biggest myth in tint is that darker glass means a cooler cabin. It doesn't. The cooling comes from how the film is built — nano-ceramic particles in the film that block infrared heat — not from how dark the window looks. A lighter ceramic film can keep the cabin cooler than a darker cheap film. We use one film, not a tiered upsell.

XPEL PRIME XR PLUS blocks heat, cuts glare, and stops UV without interfering with GPS, cell, or toll signals. Florida law caps front side windows at 28% VLT and rear glass at 15%. We install within those limits and walk you through the tradeoffs before we start.

UV Rejection

99%

blocks harmful rays

Heat Rejection

60%+

IR rejection

Why XPEL ceramic tint works

  • Heat

    Real heat rejection, not just a dark look

    XPEL PRIME XR PLUS blocks heat without needing a dark shade. You get a cooler cabin without going limo-dark.

  • Legal

    Legal install, no guesswork

    Florida allows 28% VLT on front windows and 15% on the rear. We install within those limits and walk you through your options before we start.

  • Windshield

    Windshield tint changes the car

    Most people skip the windshield and regret it. Ceramic windshield tint cuts glare and heat load across the whole cabin without affecting visibility at night.

  • Product

    One product, not a confusing lineup

    We use XPEL PRIME XR PLUS across the board. No good-better-best tiers. One film that does the job.

How does the tint process work?

  1. Pick your coverage

    Front two, windshield, full car, or a custom setup. We will help you figure out the right combination for your goals and budget.

  2. Drop off in the morning

    Most tint jobs are done the same day. We prep the glass, install the film indoors, and let it set before you pick up.

  3. Drive away tinted

    You get care instructions and a warranty card. The film needs a few days to fully cure, but you can drive right away.

Common questions

  • How much does window tint cost in Sarasota?

    Depends on vehicle size. Sedan full vehicle (sides + rear) is $799. SUV or truck is $989. Complex glass — one-piece rear windows or oversized windshields — is $989 for sides + rear with a $899 windshield. Windshield add-on is $500 on sedans and SUVs. Roof tint is $500–$600. Two front windows is $349 flat across any vehicle. All prices before tax.

  • How long does window tint last?

    XPEL PRIME XR PLUS comes with a lifetime manufacturer warranty against bubbling, peeling, cracking, and discoloration. Good ceramic tint should last the life of the car when properly installed.

  • How long does tint take to install?

    Most jobs are done the same day. A full car with windshield usually takes a few hours. We ask you to drop off in the morning and pick up in the afternoon.

  • What if I already have bad tint from another shop?

    We remove and replace tint regularly. If your current film is bubbling, peeling, or just not performing, we strip it and start clean with XPEL PRIME XR PLUS. The glass is not damaged by proper removal.

  • Do you tint windows in Venice, FL?

    Yes. We tint at our Nokomis shop for Venice and Sarasota drivers. Most jobs same-day.

  • Is there a window tint shop near me in Sarasota?

    Our Nokomis studio on Tamiami Trail is the closest XPEL-authorized tint shop for Sarasota and Venice.

Ready to get started

Ready to tint your windows?

Submit the form for pricing on your vehicle, or call the studio.

Studio
NOKOMIS

Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM

Service area

Sarasota, Nokomis, Osprey, Venice, North Port, Siesta Key, Bird Key, Longboat Key, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Palmetto, Englewood

How Ceramic Tint Works

Heat rejection comes from film construction, not darkness. Ceramic particles block heat independent of how the window looks.

UV Rejection 99% blocks harmful rays
Heat Rejection 60%+ IR rejection
VLT Range 15-70% legal options
Warranty lifetime manufacturer backed

Installation Process

01

Coverage Selection

Choose your setup: front two, windshield, full car, or custom. We explain tradeoffs and legal limits before starting.
02

Glass Preparation

Each window is cleaned and decontaminated. Tint is unforgiving — any debris gets sealed under the film permanently.
03

Film Installation

Film is cut to pattern and applied wet. Rear glass is heat-shrunk in one piece to match the curve without seams.
04

Inspection & Cure

We inspect every edge and corner. You get care instructions and a warranty card. The film cures fully in 3-5 days.

Factory Tint vs. Ceramic Tint

Many vehicles ship with dark rear windows from the factory. That privacy glass makes the windows look darker, but it does not reject heat the way aftermarket ceramic film does.

Factory privacy glass is typically dyed or pigmented in the glass itself. It reduces visible light and gives you privacy, but heat-management performance is not comparable. Tesla Model Y and Model 3 owners notice this constantly — the large glass roof lets too much heat through for a Florida summer.