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    Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    Hello and good day. So I recently got my windows tinted on my new car through the dealership, everything but the windshield. They don`t actually do it at the dealership but have it sent out. It`s been a month and there are still bubbles in the tinting. The back window has a few bubbles and even a mark in the film which looks like a small defect or gouge. The side windows all have one bubble in them except one window which appears to be perfect. I have even noticed a spec of dirt or sand in one as well.
    I don`t want to be a nitpicker but I don`t want to pay for a crap job either.
    The rear window obviously needs to be fixed, no questions asked.

    But if I have say a side window with one spec of sand in it, do I complain and get it fixed or is that considered acceptable?
    Same question with the side windows that may have a small bubble in them as well. Is that an acceptable complaint or no?
    I don`t want to be the person with unrealistic expectations however the bubbles do drive me nuts. That is why I paid to get it done.

    Thanks in advance for your help.
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    He short answer

    no
    proper adhesion on the matrix, etc
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    I wouldn`t accept that as a quality job. Make them redo it. Complain to the dealer.

    Bubbles right after installation should go away after a week or so and is normal. Window should be scrapped clean with a razor before application.
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    First off, Welcome.

    Second, No, do not accept that. Take it back to the dealership and have them re-do the work that was already paid for.

    I actually had a company do my tint and then I went and had xpel put on by a different company because the 1st one didn`t do xpel but the 2nd one also did tint and pointed out flaws in the 1st companies tint job. I went back to the 1st company, and they had no issue fixing what was pointed out to me.
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    Ok thanks guys. I thought it wasn`t acceptable but wanted to be sure. Appreciate the welcome and the abundance of knowledge and advice this site gives.
    Thanks again.
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    No it`s an excuse used by poor installation.
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    Document your antenna/heater lines before tint redo and make sure it all works/intact post re-tint as well
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    Re: Are some bubbles in window tinting acceptable from professional installer?

    I just got my windows tinted about two months ago. They are flawless - and that`s what I expected.

    You pay for professional work to get professional results. I wouldn`t accept any less.
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