Car Window Tinting in Otisville, MI
ULTIMATE WINDOW PROTECTION
Midwest Paint Protection tints car, truck and SUV windows at our shop in Otisville, MI, a short drive from Flint, Davison, Lapeer, Grand Blanc and Fenton. Window tint cuts heat and glare, blocks most of the UV light that fades and cracks seats and dashboards, and adds privacy. Our featured film is Pentagon IR tint: non-reflective and non-metal, so it will not block your phone, GPS, satellite or radio signal, and it protects against heat, UV and infrared.
We are certified installers of 3M and XPEL film. All our window tint packages include a manufacturer warranty against fading, peeling, cracking and yellowing, and we back all of our window film with a lifetime warranty.
How we tint your windows
- Choose the film and shade. We show you the options and check what Michigan law allows on each window of your vehicle.
- Clean the glass. Every window is cleaned inside so no dust or residue is trapped under the film.
- Fit the film. The film is cut and shaped to each window and applied to the inside of the glass, with the edges finished neatly.
- Cure and aftercare. New film needs a few days to cure before you roll the windows down or clean them. A little haze at first is normal, and we tell you exactly how long to wait.
Michigan window tint law
Window tint in Michigan is covered by MCL 257.709. In plain words, according to the Michigan State Police:
| Window | What Michigan allows |
|---|---|
| Front side windows | Tint on the top 4 inches only, unless you have a medical letter |
| Rear side windows | Tint allowed; Michigan sets no darkness limit |
| Rear window | Tint allowed if the vehicle has outside mirrors on both sides |
| Any tinted window | No film that reflects more than 35% of sunlight |
A physician or optometrist can sign a letter that tint is a medical necessity for a light-sensitive person. With that letter kept in the vehicle, the front side windows may be tinted too, as long as the driver can still see the road clearly. We fit film that follows these rules, and we will tell you before we start if a shade or window is not allowed. Read the Michigan State Police explanation on their traffic laws page.
Why tint a car in Michigan
Summer sun heats a parked car fast, and long drives into a low winter sun or glare off snow are hard on the eyes. Tint helps with both, keeps the interior from fading and cracking, and keeps what is on your seats out of sight. It also helps the glass hold together if it breaks.
Our shop is at 341 S State St Suite 300 in Otisville, open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, by appointment. Call (810) 529-0019 or ask for a free quote.
Window Tint Questions
What does window tint do for my car?
Window tint cuts the heat and glare coming through the glass, blocks most UV light that fades and cracks seats and dashboards, and adds privacy. Drivers around Flint and Genesee County notice it most on summer days and on long drives into the sun.
Is window tint legal in Michigan?
Yes, within limits set by MCL 257.709. According to the Michigan State Police, tint is allowed on the rear side windows, on the rear window if the vehicle has mirrors on both sides, and on the top 4 inches of the front side windows. Michigan sets no darkness limit, but film may not reflect more than 35% of sunlight. We check this for your vehicle before we fit anything.
Can I tint my front windows for medical reasons?
Yes, if a physician or optometrist signs a letter that tint is a medical necessity for a light-sensitive person. Keep the letter in the vehicle. The tint must still let the driver see the road clearly. Bring the letter when you book and we will talk through the film.
How long does window tinting take?
It depends on the vehicle and how many windows you tint. When you book, we tell you when to drop the car off and when it will be ready. Plan on keeping the windows up for a few days afterwards while the film cures.
How much does window tint cost?
The price depends on your vehicle, how many windows you tint and the film you choose. Call (810) 529-0019 or ask for a free quote and we will give you an exact price.
How should I care for new window tint?
New film needs a few days to cure before you roll the windows down or clean them, and a little haze at first is normal. We tell you exactly how long to wait for your film. More in our guide: what to expect after a window tint install.
Where do you fit window tint?
At our shop at 341 S State St Suite 300, Otisville, MI 48463, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, by appointment. Customers come from Flint, Davison, Lapeer, Fenton and nearby towns.
Window Tint Guides
- Michigan window tint law: what is legal on your car
- Window tint and interior fading: what it can and can’t do
- Ceramic window tint: is the upgrade worth it?
- New window tint aftercare: the first week
- Window tint and gas mileage: small savings, real comfort
- A guide to automotive window tinting
More in our car care guides.
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT!
BENEFITS OF WINDOW TINT
- Interior protection from aging
- Increases privacy
- Blocks harmful UV rays
- Rejects heat keeping your car cooler
- Resists shattering
FEATURED PRODUCT: PENTAGON IR TINT
- Non-Reflective
- Non-Metal: Won’t Block Cell, Satellite or Radio Signals
- Protection from Heat, UV and Infrared
- Lifetime warranty Against: Adhesive Failure, Peeling, Delamination, Fading and Cracking
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WE ARE HIGHLY EXPERIENCED AND THE BEST QUALITY FILM OUT THERE
Tint is an easy way to give your vehicle a better flare. More importantly, window tinting protects you and your car from the sun.