We all can agree that a botched job isn’t any better than a job not done. That statement holds for most things, but car window tinting is definitely up there on the list. Imagine you’ve ordered yourself some industry-leading tints like the Kepler IR and Kepler IR+ ceramic films, only to notice dirt, grime, bubbles, or scratches once applied. Talk about absolutely ruining the tint and the aesthetic of your car. This experience is, unfortunately, not so uncommon. So, we believe getting it done right the first time is frankly the way to go.
Let’s talk about why getting a professional window tinter is a smart decision and what benefits it can fetch you.
Wondering Why To Go Pro When You Can DIY It?
A common sentiment we’ve noticed across the board is “It is just a film. How tough can installing it be?”
Well, it is understandable why, on the surface level (no pun intended), it may seem it’s an easy job. There are plenty of tutorials and even DIY kits to help you do so. However, the experience and expertise that a professional tinter brings to the table are unmatched.
When applying a tint, several factors need to be considered, including but not limited to temperature, environment, pre- and post-care, etc. Whilst we aren’t suggesting a DIY project for window tints is impossible, it is certainly difficult. One needs to read up about the same extensively and procure all the tools just to have their arsenal ready; that doesn’t necessarily mean they can apply the film as cleanly.
Benefits of Hiring A Professional Window Tinter
A professional does something for a living. Naturally, do anything for enough time, and a certain amount of mastery for the same will be achieved. Here are the benefits you can expect when you get your window tints installed from a professional:
Meeting Regulations and Compliance
Say you’re a citizen of Charlotte and reside there. You’ve decided to get window tints and take them to a professional. Now, did you check Charlotte window tint laws before making the purchase?
If you DIY’d the installation, you’d only get in trouble. Whilst it isn’t a crime of a great degree, it still results in penalties, and the authorities would ask you to remove them. A professional car window tinting in Charlotte has this knowledge readily available in their active mind, and right upon seeing the VLT (Visible Light Transmission) percentage, they’ll be able to tell if these comply with the local laws or not.
Helps Make Informed Decisions
A professional true to their salt would let you know if you’re applying a cheap quality tint. They understand just how vast a difference there is between, say, a cheap dyed tint and a ceramic tint like the Kepler IR+. The difference in terms of glare reduction, heat reduction, UV protection, durability, etc., is vast, to say the least. They’ll not convince you to get one or the other, but they would inform you which one is objectively better, and it is entirely your call from there.
Warranty Stays Intact
Every company that makes window tints, well, at least high-quality ones, and those that believe in their product, offers a warranty. Usually, the warranty can be anywhere from 5 years to a lifetime. However, this warranty is only present if the tint has been installed using the manufacturer’s instructions, which professional window tinters already follow.
One of the biggest risks of DIY is this very factor. A tint that potentially has a warranty of a lifetime can be ruined in an instant with one wrong move.
Tools and Environment
A musician has a studio setup and a guitar ready to go. They’ve got cables, a microphone, picks, a strap, backup strings, and backup of those strings all ready to go. That’s the difference between a professional and someone who is merely winging it: preparedness. A professional tinting has a designated place for the installation of window tints (you need a controlled environment, so you’re not left at the mercy of Gaia).
Potential Cost Savings
This might catch you by surprise, as people assume that DIY is the most cost-effective method. And yes, sure, it absolutely is when done right, but it hardly ever is. It is nearly impossible to achieve the skill level of a professional on your first try. Most DIY projects require many redos; that means additional supplies, time, and effort. One is likely to waste far more film than a professional ever would. Plus, let us not devalue time; perhaps the most important resource of all.
Conclusion
Car window tinting isn’t as simple as it might appear to be. If it really was as simple as “applying a sticker on the window”, there wouldn’t really be a designation in the world called professional window tinting. To truly get the most out of your tints, to actually get all their benefits and save yourself a ton of hassle, go with an expert from the get-go.
