What Drives Commercial Pricing
Film type, total square footage, glass height, lift or scaffold needs, and after-hours scheduling all affect price.
Multi-floor projects are usually phased and priced per floor or per elevation.
2026 Commercial Pricing
What LA businesses and building owners actually pay.
Quick Answer
Commercial window tinting in Los Angeles typically costs $6–$15 per square foot installed in 2026. Solar control film for offices runs about $6–$10, clear ceramic $8–$13, decorative and privacy film $8–$14, and security film $10–$18+. Large buildings get volume pricing, and energy savings often pay the cost back in 2–5 years.
Film type, total square footage, glass height, lift or scaffold needs, and after-hours scheduling all affect price.
Multi-floor projects are usually phased and priced per floor or per elevation.
Sun-exposed commercial buildings commonly see 10–30% lower cooling energy after filming.
Film costs a small fraction of glass replacement and doesn't displace tenants.
Building access rules, COI requirements, and union or security requirements in some DTLA and Century City towers can affect schedule and cost.
We handle COIs and coordinate with property management.
| Project | Typical Film | Installed Cost / sq ft | Typical Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single room (home) | Ceramic / solar | $5 – $12 | $250 – $800 |
| Average single-family home | Ceramic / solar | $5 – $12 | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Privacy / frosted room | Frosted / one-way | $6 – $14 | $200 – $800 |
| Home security film | 7–8 mil security | $10 – $15 | $800 – $4,000 |
| Small office / storefront | Solar or security | $7 – $15 | $1,500 – $6,000 |
| Large commercial building | Solar control | $6 – $12 (volume) | Custom quote |
Installed averages across Los Angeles County. Free on-site consultation and written quote.
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