Window tint in Fort Collins, Colorado
For the drive down Harmony with the sun in your eyes, and the long days parked in open lots at CSU. Carbon and ceramic film, legal shades, lifetime warranty.
Local, and it matters
Why Fort Collins drivers tint
Plenty of our regulars are Fort Collins drivers — CSU students, Harmony Rd commuters, and Old Town locals who would rather have the work done right than done nearby.
Fort Collins drivers spend a good part of the day pointed at the foothills, which means low, direct sun coming down Harmony and Drake in the afternoon. Campus parking around CSU is mostly open lot with no shade at all, and an interior that sits in that light all semester fades in a way you cannot undo. Factory glass already blocks most UV, so what people notice after tinting is the heat and the glare, not the color.
Between the altitude and 300-plus days of sun a year, a vehicle parked around CSU, Horsetooth Reservoir, Old Town Square and the Harmony Rd retail corridor takes a beating. Dashboards crack, leather fades, and the cabin turns into an oven by noon. Window tint is the cheapest fix for all three — and the only one that also cuts glare on Harmony Rd, College Ave, Timberline Rd and I-25.
We tint for every Fort Collins neighborhood, including Old Town, Midtown, Harmony, Timberline, Fossil Creek, Campus West and the Front Range Village area, plus ZIP codes 80521–80528.
Colorado tint law, in short
Front side windows must let at least 27% of light through, and the windshield 70%, plus a tinted strip whose bottom edge sits no more than four inches down from the top of the glass. Rear glass can go darker — but only while the fronts and windshield are still at 70% or better, so once you tint the fronts the rears are held to that same 27% floor. No mirrored or metallic finishes on any window.
The limits are identical in Fort Collins, Larimer County, and everywhere else in Colorado. We confirm a legal shade with you before any film goes on — read the full breakdown of Colorado tint law, including what happens at inspection and how VLT is actually measured.
What window tint costs in Fort Collins
Straight pricing, confirmed before we touch your vehicle. Both films block 99% of UV and carry a manufacturer warranty against fading, bubbling, and discoloration — the difference is heat rejection.
Advanced Carbon
A deep, matte, color-stable finish that holds its look for the life of the film — no fading, no bubbling, no purple. The smart-value pick for Fort Collins daily drivers.
- Blocks 99% of UV radiation
- Rejects up to 65% of infrared heat
- Color-stable — won’t fade or turn purple
- Safe for GPS, cell signal & defrosters
Premium Ceramic
Nano-ceramic film for drivers who actually want the cabin cooler. Up to 85% infrared heat rejection with crystal-clear visibility — the upgrade that pays off on hot Fort Collins afternoons.
- Blocks 99% of UV radiation
- Rejects up to 85% of infrared heat
- Cooler cabin, less glare, better AC efficiency
- Non-metallic — zero signal interference
| Coverage | Advanced Carbon | Premium Ceramic |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Front DoorsApprox. 1h 30m | $119 | $169 |
| Sedans / Pick-Up TrucksFull vehicle · approx. 3h | $329 | $399 |
| SUVs / Crossovers / VansFull vehicle · approx. 3h 30m | $379 | $449 |
Pricing valid for most vehicles, subject to change based on vehicle. Final shade selection must follow Colorado tint law — we walk every Fort Collins customer through the legal limits before we start.
Book your Fort Collins tint appointment
Pick your film, shade, and a time that works — takes about two minutes, and you never leave this page. Rather talk it through first? Call or text 970‑286‑0886.
Window Tint, done right
Premium products, trained hands, and a price confirmed before any work begins.
- 99% UV rejection on every film we carry
- Ceramic film rejects up to 85% of infrared heat
- Legal Colorado shades, cut and fitted by hand
See what each film does and what it costs, or read how the work is done.
See the finish
Work out of our Windsor bay — the same standard every Fort Collins vehicle gets.
Window Tint FAQ
How much does window tint cost in Fort Collins, CO?
Advanced Carbon starts at $119 and Premium Ceramic at $169 for two front windows. Full-vehicle tint starts at $329 for sedans and trucks and $379–$449 for SUVs, crossovers, and vans. Every Fort Collins customer gets an exact quote confirmed before we start.
Do you come to Fort Collins, or do I bring my vehicle to you?
We tint in our controlled shop at 7352 Greenridge Rd, Unit C10 in Windsor — about 20 minutes from Fort Collins. A dust-free bay is the single biggest factor in a flawless install, which is why we do not tint in driveways. Most Fort Collins customers drop off in the morning and pick up the same day.
Will tint cut the afternoon glare coming down Harmony Rd?
Yes, and it is the main reason a lot of Fort Collins drivers book. Low sun off the foothills comes in through the side glass, where a sun visor does nothing. Any film reduces that glare, though ceramic is the one that also cuts the heat you feel through the window on the drive.
How dark can I legally tint my windows in Colorado?
Under C.R.S. 42-4-227, front side windows must allow at least 27% light transmittance and the windshield at least 70%, plus a tinted strip along the top of the windshield whose bottom edge sits no more than four inches down. Rear side windows and the back glass may go darker than 27% only if the front windows and windshield are still at 70% or better — so once you tint the fronts, the rears are held to that same 27% floor. Mirrored and metallic finishes are not allowed on any window. We confirm a legal shade with every Fort Collins customer before installing.
What is the difference between ceramic and carbon tint?
Both block 99% of UV and neither will fade or turn purple. Advanced Carbon rejects up to 65% of infrared heat and is the value pick. Premium Ceramic rejects up to 85% — a noticeably cooler cabin and far less glare on Harmony Rd, College Ave, Timberline Rd. If heat is your problem, go ceramic.
How long does window tinting take?
Two front windows take about 90 minutes. A full vehicle runs roughly 3 hours for sedans and trucks and 3.5 hours for SUVs and vans. Most Fort Collins customers book a morning slot and drive home tinted the same day.
Will tint interfere with my phone signal, GPS, or defroster?
No. Our carbon and ceramic films are completely non-metallic, so cell signal, GPS, radio, toll transponders, and your rear defroster grid all work exactly as before.
Can you remove my old bubbling or purple tint?
Yes. We strip failed factory or aftermarket film, clean the adhesive and defroster lines properly, and install fresh film on prepped glass. It is a common job on older Fort Collins vehicles.
Is the tint warrantied?
Yes — a manufacturer-backed lifetime warranty against fading, bubbling, peeling, and discoloration. Leave your windows up for 3–5 days while the film cures, then clean with a soft cloth and ammonia-free cleaner.
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Window Tint near Fort Collins
We cover the whole Fort Collins area and the towns around it — see every city we serve on our service areas page.
Window Tint Windsor
Our home shop — 7352 Greenridge Rd.
Window Tint Loveland
~20 min · ~13 miles from the shop.
Window Tint Timnath
~10 min · ~8 miles from the shop.
Window Tint Severance
~10 min · ~6 miles from the shop.
Window Tint Greeley
~20 min · ~12 miles from the shop.
Window Tint Johnstown
~15 min · ~9 miles from the shop.
Window Tint Berthoud
~25 min · ~19 miles from the shop.
Also serving: Wellington, Eaton, Ault, Milliken, Mead, LaSalle, Evans, Kersey, Nunn, Pierce, Firestone, Frederick, Longmont & the rest of Weld and Larimer County · ZIP codes: 80550, 80528, 80547, 80546, 80534, 80513, 80537, 80538, 80631, 80634, 80620, 80521, 80524, 80525, 80526
Book window tint in Fort Collins
Tell us your vehicle and what you are after — we will give you a straight quote, no runaround. Call or text 970-286-0886, or book online in about a minute.