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9 of 21 Alameda shops · 1 publish pricing

Paint protection film in Alameda

Only 9 of the 21 businesses doing protection work in Alameda offer paint protection film. These are those 9.

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What Alameda shops charge for paint protection film

Film is a different trade from coating, with different material, different equipment and a much more expensive mistake to make, which is why fewer shops offer it. What paint protection film actually involves

Publish a price
1 of 9 shops
Alameda price range
$550 to $750 3 published prices
National median
$1,999 across 128 shops
Manufacturer-certified
None of 9 shops

Every shop below names film on its own website. Worth asking each one whether they cut the pattern in house, and if they send the car out, who actually does the work.

Paint protection film in Alameda Low Median High
3 published prices $550 $650 $750
National, 128 shops $1,199 $1,999 $3,800

Products Alameda shops price by name: Ceramic Pro PPF & Vinyl.

The 9 Alameda shops that install film

Shops publishing a paint protection film price come first, then manufacturer credentials, then how much of the business is protection work. Nobody paid to be on this list.

Published price from $550 Ceramic Pro PPF & Vinyl

Akuto Customs - PPF | Wraps | Tint | Coatings

4.9 55 Google reviews Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 55 Google reviews

Alameda

Ceramic Pro PPF & Vinyl
$550
Ceramic Pro Sport
$250
Akuto Ceramic Coating
$750

Known for ppf (paint protection film), vehicle wraps, window tinting

Best for Tesla Y PPF and tints, BMW grille and window trim wrap, truck wrap and ceramic coat, Honda Pilot paint renewal, Toyota Tacoma tinting, Lexus IS300 quarter panel repair and livery creation, and Lexus CT200h paint correction and detailing in Hayward, California

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Correction
  • Paint Protection Film

California Detailing

5.0 158 Google reviews Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 158 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for paint correction, ppf (paint protection film), ceramic coating

Best for customers with older or heavily used vehicles needing deep interior and exterior cleaning, paint correction for etchings and swirl marks, ceramic coating, or restoration of faded plastics and headlights in San Francisco, California

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Correction
  • Paint Protection Film

Bay Area Detail | Ceramic Coatings and Paint Protection Film

5.0 103 Google reviews Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 103 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for ceramic coatings, paint protection film (ppf), paint correction (scratches, swirls, scuffs)

Best for a 23-year-old Porsche with severe scratches and swirls from neglect, a new vehicle needing ceramic coating for protection from outdoor elements, or any car needing paint correction or PPF.

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Protection Film

OCDetailing

5.0 288 Google reviews Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 288 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for paint protection film (ppf), ceramic coating, window tinting

Best for achieving a stunning, shiny vehicle through full PPF, ceramic coating, or window tinting, with clear communication and a luxury experience.

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Protection Film

CERAMIC PRO BAY AREA / EXCLSV MOTORSPORTS

4.9 73 Google reviews Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 73 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for window tinting, paint protection film (ppf), ceramic coating

Best for an older, valued 15-year-old car with 150,000 miles that had fender damage repaired, dings removed, and parts repainted, needing new PPF, ceramic coating, and color correction to look nearly new

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Protection Film

ProTek Shine Studio | PPF, Ceramic Coating, Wraps & Tint

4.9 38 Google reviews Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 38 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for ppf (paint protection film), ceramic coating, window tinting

Best for owners of new vehicles like Teslas, Supras, Mercedes, and Jeeps seeking paint protection film, paint correction, or ceramic coating.

Services offered
  • Ceramic Coating
  • Paint Protection Film

Xpel PPF Authorized Installer & Dealer-ShieldTec

4.8 15 Google reviews Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 15 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for ppf installation, ceramic coating, car wrapping

Best for high-quality paint protection film, ceramic coating, or wrapping services with thorough communication and personalized care

Services offered
  • Paint Protection Film

Titans Auto Detailing

4.9 473 Google reviews Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 473 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for restoring vehicles to 'brand new' condition, expert removal of stubborn stains from fabric and paint vandalism, specialized detailing for vehicles with paint protection film (ppf)

Best for restoring very dirty car interiors and engines, removing rust spots and dog fur, and general detailing for vehicles that need a deep clean

Services offered
  • Paint Protection Film

Prime Customs & Vehicle Wrap

5.0 21 Google reviews Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 21 Google reviews

Alameda

Known for vehicle wraps (cars and motorcycles), paint protection film (ppf), window tinting

Best for high-quality, professional vehicle transformations, including wraps, PPF, and tinting, valuing customer service, transparency, and unique projects

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What Alameda shops send people home with

Film changes almost nothing about how you wash the car. What it does change is that the edges hold water and dirt, so drying properly and keeping the glass clear matter more than any dedicated film product.

  • Wash
    Gtechniq GWash Shampoo

    Gtechniq GWash Shampoo

    A pH-neutral shampoo with no gloss additives or wax in it.

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  • Glass
    CarPro FlyBy30

    CarPro FlyBy30

    A glass water repellent that takes minutes to apply.

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  • Drying
    Gyeon Q²M SilkDryer

    Gyeon Q²M SilkDryer

    A large twisted-loop drying towel.

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Paint protection film in Alameda: common questions

How much does PPF cost in Alameda?

3 Alameda shops publish a film price and they run $550 to $750. The national median across 128 shops is $1,999. Film is priced by coverage rather than by car, so a partial front is a different number from a full body wrap, and both sit inside that range.

How many Alameda shops actually install film?

9 of the 21 protection shops in Alameda, which is 43% of them. The rest coat but do not wrap. 0 of the 9 hold a manufacturer credential we can check, which matters more for film than for coating because the brands train installers on their own patterns.

Is film more expensive in Alameda?

Alameda film prices run $550 to $750 against a national median of $1,999, so this market sits at or below it. Coverage explains more of the spread than location does: a partial front and a full body wrap are different jobs.

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