Ceramic window tint · West Phoenix
Apex Autowerks provides ceramic window tinting for drivers in Phoenix and surrounding areas. Improve cabin comfort, reduce heat and glare, and give your vehicle a cleaner look. Request a quote through the form or call the shop to get pricing.
Ceramic window tint
The right ceramic tint depends on your vehicle, daily driving, and the level of heat, privacy, and appearance you want. A short commute, school runs, and long highway drives can all call for different tint choices. We consider these factors before quoting so the film fits how you use your vehicle.
Arizona has specific limits on window tint darkness, so we help you choose a shade that fits the applicable requirements. Darker tint can also reduce visibility at night, especially on roads with limited lighting. We can help you balance appearance, privacy, and everyday driving comfort when choosing your film.
$220
Tap the offer above to claim the nano ceramic special, or call (602) 857-9929.
Tint packages
Apex Autowerks offers four tint packages, and they combine, so you can start with one and add another later. Your quote gives the total for your vehicle and the packages you choose.
Quick upgradeCovers: Front doors
Covers the driver and front passenger door glass, the windows you look through most. A good starting point for a daily driver, or a first step toward a full car.
Package includes:
Front side glass has an Arizona darkness limit, listed in the law table.
Rear cabin coverageCovers: Rear doors, Rear glass
Covers the windows behind the driver plus the rear window, where passengers, bags, and gear sit. Choose it on its own or add it to another package.
Package includes:
Rear glass rules differ from the front, so check the law table.
Complete coverageCovers: Front doors, Rear doors, Rear glass
Every side window and the rear window get one consistent look. A fit for a newly bought vehicle, or for anyone ready to do all the glass at once.
Package includes:
Each window follows its own Arizona rule, shown in the law table.
Glare controlCovers: Visor strip
A strip across the top of the windshield that cuts glare from low sun, for drivers who want that relief without tinting the rest of the glass.
Package includes:
See the law table for the full windshield rule.
Film options
Ceramic film
Ceramic is one of four common film categories, alongside dyed, carbon, and hybrid. It is the film Apex Autowerks installs, so every package on this page uses it. Ask the team which film line goes on your car and for its published specifications.
Best for: Drivers who park in the sun and want a clear view through the glass.
Shade scale: VLT, or visible light transmission, is the share of visible light that passes through the glass and film. A lower number means a darker tint.
Too dark for front sides, used behind the driver5% VLT Limo
Too dark for front sides, used behind the driver20% VLT Dark
Borderline for front sides35% VLT Medium
Within the front side limit50% VLT Light
Within the front side limit70% VLT Very light
This is a general guide, and available shades are confirmed with the team at quote.
Choosing a shade? Use the scale as a starting point, then go through each window with the Apex Autowerks team.
Why Apex
Apex Autowerks has three years of experience with automotive window tinting. The team can discuss your vehicle, glass, preferred shade, and ceramic film options before installation so you know what to expect.
A lifetime warranty is available with window tint installations. Warranty terms can vary, so ask what is covered for your specific ceramic tint installation before booking and keep the details for your records.
Ceramic window film is designed for drivers who want a clean appearance along with improved heat and UV protection. You can choose a shade based on your vehicle, driving needs, and preferred level of privacy.
Musa owns the shop and provides a direct point of contact when discussing your ceramic tint project. You can ask about the film, shade, vehicle glass, and installation before choosing the option that fits your car.
The installer looks at your vehicle and talks through which windows you want covered and how you use the car. Together you settle the shade for each window, and you can raise any questions about the finished look before the film comes off the roll.
Our installer sprays each window with slip solution and runs a hard card across the glass to lift grit and residue from the inside surface. Lint-free towels finish the pass, leaving a clean base so the film can lie flat without trapped particles.
Film is sized for each window and trimmed to the glass outline, with a small margin at the edges for fitting. If you booked several packages, each piece is made for its own window, so a full car means a separate fit for every pane.
The backing liner is peeled away while the film is wet with slip solution, so it can be positioned on the glass. Squeegees push out water and air, and a heat gun shrinks the film to curved windows such as the rear glass. Edges are then pressed down firmly.
Under an inspection light, the installer checks every window for specks, lifted edges, and water pockets, and addresses anything found. At handover, you can look over the finished windows with the installer and ask about anything you see.
Recent work
Phoenix heat
Ceramic film is sold on heat control, so these three sourced figures give context for the choice: how long Phoenix heat lasts and how hot a parked car gets.
KTAR reported that Phoenix logged 31 consecutive days of 110 degrees or higher, a streak that ended on July 31, 2023. National Weather Service data, also reported by KTAR, shows 2023 set a record with 54 days at 110 degrees or higher.
In a May 2018 study by Arizona State University and UC San Diego, cars parked in the Phoenix sun had seats averaging 123 degrees Fahrenheit, steering wheels 127 degrees and dashboards 157 degrees, with the hottest reading at 192 degrees. In the shade, dashboards averaged 118 degrees and seats 105 degrees.
The National Weather Service in Phoenix lists October 5 as the average date of the last 100-degree day. The latest on record came on October 27, 2016, so hot days can continue well after summer ends.
Pricing
Several things move a window tint quote up or down, and the cards below set them out.
Tinting two windows takes less film and time than tinting the whole car.
Larger vehicles need more film to cover the glass.
Dyed, carbon, hybrid and ceramic films are generally priced differently, with ceramic often above dyed.
The shade you want can change which film suits the job, so it is part of the quote.
Old film on the glass can change the amount of work, so it is part of the quote.
Rear windows and trim areas take longer to fit than flat door glass.
Arizona tint regulations
Arizona regulates window tint under ARS 28-959.01, which limits how dark and how reflective film may be on a vehicle’s windows.
Limits are set per window as a VLT percentage, so a shade that suits one window may not suit another.
We help you stay within Arizona tint law. Our team confirms the exact limits for your vehicle, including SUVs and vans.
Top strip only
Non-reflective tint on the top portion only, and it cannot be red or amber.
33% VLT ±3
33% VLT, plus or minus 3%. Luminous reflectance 35%, plus or minus 3%.
No VLT minimum
No minimum VLT listed. The reflectance limit applies.
Same as rear sides
Same as rear side windows.
Questions about film, shade, or Arizona rules are welcome, whether or not you have picked a package.
FAQ
It can be, depending on how you use the car. Drivers who park outside every day, keep a vehicle for several years, or spend long hours behind the wheel get the most from heat-rejecting film. If you rarely drive in daylight or plan to sell soon, the benefit is smaller.
Front side windows have a legal darkness limit in Arizona, set under ARS 28-959.01 and listed in the law table above.
Apex Autowerks is at 2885 N 91st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037. Drive time depends on where you start and the traffic that day, so use Get Directions for a route from your address, or call (602) 857-9929.
Yes, Arizona offers a medical window tinting exemption through the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Motor Vehicle Division. It applies to vehicles you own or regularly ride in, and the need must be certified by an MD, DO, NMD or ophthalmologist.
Often it can, but the answer depends on your vehicle and the glass. Factory tint is usually part of the glass itself, so film added on top makes the window darker still. Confirm which windows suit your car at your consultation.
Installation time varies with the number of windows and the vehicle, so the team gives you a time estimate when you book. Newly applied film needs time to settle, so follow the installer’s instructions on when to roll the windows down.
Get in touch
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