Pricing Guide
Transparent 2026 pricing for residential and commercial window film installation across LA County — by film type, square footage, and project size.
Quick Answer
Residential window tinting in Los Angeles costs $5–$12 per square foot installed (typical home: $1,200–$3,500). Commercial window tinting runs $7–$15+ per square foot. Premium nano-ceramic film is at the top of the range; basic dyed solar film is at the bottom. Most quotes include film, labor, edge trim, and a 10-year-to-lifetime manufacturer warranty.
For a typical 1,800–2,500 sq ft Los Angeles home, expect $1,200–$3,500 to tint every exterior window. Pricing depends mostly on film grade, glass height/access, and the number of openings.
Basic dyed solar film starts around $5/sq ft installed. Mid-grade carbon and metalized films run $7–$9/sq ft. Top-tier nano-ceramic film (the most heat- and UV-rejecting option) runs $9–$12/sq ft installed.
Commercial window film for offices, retail storefronts, and high-rise buildings in LA averages $7–$15+ per square foot installed. Security and anti-graffiti films cost more because they use thicker (4–14 mil) polyester layers.
Most commercial buildings see ROI in 3–5 years from HVAC savings alone. Many films qualify for California Title 24 energy compliance and LEED retrofit credits.
Film grade (dyed → carbon → ceramic → security), total square footage, glass height and access (ladders, lifts), film color/VLT, removal of old film, and whether the job is residential or commercial.
| Film Type | Use Case | Cost per sq ft (installed) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyed solar film | Budget residential heat/glare | $5 – $7 | 5–10 years |
| Carbon / metalized solar | Mid-grade residential | $7 – $9 | 10–15 years |
| Nano-ceramic film | Premium residential & commercial | $9 – $12 | Lifetime (residential) |
| Decorative / frosted | Privacy, branding, partitions | $8 – $14 | 10 years |
| Safety & security (4–8 mil) | Storefronts, schools, homes | $10 – $15 | 10–15 years |
| Anti-graffiti film | Storefront sacrificial layer | $8 – $12 | 5–10 years |
| Security (12–14 mil + anchor) | High-risk commercial | $15 – $25+ | 10 years |
Prices are installed averages for Los Angeles County, 2026. Free written quotes available on request.
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