Window Tinting in State College, PA
Brakeout Auto installs professional automotive window tint in State College, PA. As certified 3M installers, we apply precision-cut films that block up to 99% of UV rays, reduce heat and glare, add privacy and sharpen your vehicle's look, all in our climate-controlled shop.
Window Tinting Packages
Full-vehicle, front-window and windshield tinting in carbon or nano-ceramic film, plus custom work, all backed by a lifetime warranty against bubbling and fading.
Full Tint
Most PopularCeramic Full Tint
Starting at $697
- All side windows + rear glass
- Nano-ceramic IR-blocking film
- UV & heat rejection up to 99%
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Carbon Full Tint
Starting at $597
- All side windows + rear glass
- Premium carbon dyed film
- UV rejection up to 99%
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Fronts
Most PopularCeramic Fronts
Starting at $247
- Front driver and passenger windows
- Nano-ceramic IR-blocking film
- UV & heat rejection up to 99%
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Carbon Fronts
Starting at $197
- Front driver and passenger windows
- Premium carbon dyed film
- UV rejection up to 99%
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Custom & Add-Ons
Windshield Tint
Starting at $300
- Full windshield, 70% VLT (PA legal)
- Nano-ceramic IR-blocking film
- UV & heat rejection up to 99%
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Custom Tint
À la carte pricing
- Fully custom tint service
- Sunroofs, visor strips & brow tints
- Carbon film or premium nano-ceramic IR-blocking film
- Lifetime warranty against bubbling & fading
Visualize Your Tint
Medium
30% VLTThe most popular choice by a wide margin. Balanced looks and real privacy, still easy to see out at night.
Why choose us for Window Tinting.
Every install is done in-house by our trained, certified team in a climate-controlled State College bay.
Heat & UV Rejection
Quality films reject infrared heat and block up to 99% of harmful UV rays, keeping your interior cooler and protecting upholstery from fading.
Glare Reduction
Cut down on harsh sunlight and headlight glare for a more comfortable, safer drive day or night.
Privacy & Security
Darker films keep prying eyes off your belongings and add a clean, finished look to any vehicle.
Certified 3M Installer
We install premium 3M window films, backed by one of the most trusted names in automotive film.
Precision Cut
Each film is computer-cut and hand-finished to your vehicle's exact glass for clean, bubble-free edges.
Legal & Tailored
We help you choose a shade that fits your goals and stays within Pennsylvania's tint regulations.
What our customers say.
More than 500 five-star reviews across Google, Facebook and Nextdoor, with a consistent 5.0 average rating.
How We Install Window Tint
Every tint job is computer-cut and hand-installed in our climate-controlled shop, dialed in to your goals and Pennsylvania's tint laws.
- 01
Film & Shade Selection
We help you choose carbon or ceramic film and a legal shade that fits your goals for heat, privacy and looks.
- 02
Glass Prep & Cleaning
Every window is thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated so the film goes on flawlessly, with no trapped dust or debris.
- 03
Computer-Cut & Install
Film is precision-cut to your vehicle's exact glass, then hand-installed and squeegeed for clean, bubble-free edges.
- 04
Cure & Inspection
We heat-set and inspect every window, then walk you through curing before you go.
Leave windows up for about three to five days while the film cures; light haze or small water pockets are normal and clear as it dries. Your film is backed by a lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling and excessive fading.
Carbon vs. Ceramic Window Tint
Both look great and block UV, but ceramic is the film we recommend: it rejects far more heat and stays clearer, which is what you notice every day behind the wheel. Here's how the two compare.
Carbon Tint
Recommended
Ceramic Tint
Legal tint limits vary by state. It is the customer's responsibility to comply with local laws. We recommend checking your state's regulations before choosing your tint level.
Window Tinting, answered.
How long does window tint take to install?
Most vehicles are completed in a few hours. We'll give you an exact timeframe when you book based on your vehicle and the number of windows being tinted.
What tint percentages are legal in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania allows any darkness on the rear window and back side windows, but front side windows must let more than 70% of light through (a 70% film is the common legal choice), and only the top strip of the windshield may be tinted. We offer shades from a limited 5% up to a PA-legal 70%, in options like 5%, 20%, 35%, 50% and 70%, and keep every install compliant.
What's the difference between carbon and ceramic tint?
Carbon tint is a great-looking, fade-resistant film that blocks UV and adds privacy. Ceramic (nano-ceramic) tint uses ceramic particles to block far more infrared heat while staying optically clear, so it keeps the car cooler without going darker. We offer both.
Does window tint block heat, or just light?
Quality film does both. Our nano-ceramic film rejects up to about 96% of infrared heat and cuts glare by up to 93%, so your interior stays noticeably cooler and easier on the eyes even at legal, lighter shades. Carbon film blocks less IR heat but still rejects up to 99% of UV rays.
Is window tint worth it in winter, or just summer?
Year-round. Beyond summer heat, tint blocks up to 99% of the UV rays that fade upholstery, cuts glare from low winter sun and snow, and adds privacy in any season.
Can you remove old or bubbling tint?
Yes. We remove old, purple or bubbling film and re-tint with fresh, high-quality film for a clean, even result.
How soon can I roll my windows down after tinting?
Wait about three to five days before rolling windows down so the film can cure and adhere fully. You may notice slight haze or small water pockets while it cures; these clear as it dries.
Does Brakeout Auto offer a warranty on tint?
Yes. Our premium films are backed by a lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling and excessive fading. Ask our team for the details on your chosen film.
How do I book window tinting?
Book online at brakeoutauto.com or call (814) 424-5367. Our shop is at 143 Hawbaker Industrial Dr, Suite 104, State College, PA 16803.
Pair your window tint with.
It doesn't have to stop here. Our State College shop handles every step of protecting and finishing a vehicle, all under one roof.
Ready to get started?
Book online or call our State College team. We'll help you choose the right option for your vehicle.