Window Tinting in Nebraska | Reflect & Protect
Automotive, Residential & Commercial Window Tinting in Nebraska
Professional results. Mobile convenience. Affordable pricing.
Why Choose Reflect & Protect for Window Tinting?
At Reflect & Protect, we provide high-performance automotive, residential, and commercial window tinting services across Nebraska. Whether you want to keep your car cooler in the summer, reduce glare at home, or add privacy and security to your business, we bring certified expertise right to your driveway or parking lot. We also offer pick up and drop off services within 20 miles of Cozad if you'd prefer your vehicle be tinted at our location.
Benefits of Our Window Tinting Services
- UV Protection: Blocks up to 99.9% of harmful rays, protecting you & your interior.
- Heat Reduction: Blocks up to 66% of total solar energy and 95.5% infrared rejection to keep your ride cooler and cut down on AC use.
- Glare Control: Safer driving with reduced sun glare.
- Privacy & Security: Extra protection for you, your passengers, and valuables.
- Sleek Appearance: Instantly upgrades your vehicles look.
Service Options
We offer multiple levels of tint to fit your needs and your budget. All of our films are durable, non-metalized, fade-resistant, charcoal-toned, and backed by manufacturer warranties, and have all earned the Skin Cancer Foundations Seal of Recommendation. Each option is available in multiple shades to match your style and state laws.
- Premium Carbon Tint
- Premium Ceramic Tint
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Custom Packages for your vehicle, home, and retail space
Premium Carbon Film
Durable, non-metalized film offering good heat rejection and excellent UV protection at an affordable price. Please contact us for a FREE CONSULTATION & ESTIMATE!
- Blocks up to 95% UV rays
- Rejects up to 60% total solar energy
- Fade-resistant charcoal tone
- Won’t interfere with electronics
Premium Ceramic
Our premium ceramic film with best-in-class heat, UV, and infrared rejection. Please contact us for a FREE CONSULTATION & ESTIMATE!
- Blocks 99.9% UV & 66% total solar energy
- Reduces infrared heat by 99.5%
- Cuts glare by up to 93%
- Neutral, non-mirrored look with superior clarity
Residential & Commercial Tint
Pricing for residential and commercial tint is done on a job by job basis, depending on square footage and difficulty of application. Cost typically ranges from $10-15 per Sq. ft. Please contact us for a FREE CONSULTATION & ESTIMATE!
- Perfect for homes, offices, storefronts, sunrooms, and large windows needing glare reduction or privacy.
Service Areas
We proudly serve customers within 100 miles of Cozad, Nebraska - including Lexington, Gothenburg, North Platte, Kearney, Ogallala, and surrounding areas. Outside of our 100 mile radius? Contact us anyways, and we will do our best to work something out.
Mobile Fees
- FREE within 15 miles of Cozad, NE.
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$1 per mile if you are located outside of our 15 mile radius.*
Our mobile rates are a fixed price, however, if you have more than one vehicle, are booking multiple services, or have a friend or family member also getting a service, we will gladly reduce or waive the mobile fee.
*Mobile fee is calculated by using GPS from our location in Cozad, NE, to your physical address.
Things to Know Before You Book
Cure Time & Appearance
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Fresh tint isn't flawless right away. Small bubbles, haziness, and streaks are normal immediately after installation. These level out as the sun cures the tint. If you see something after the film has cured, please don't hesitate to contact us.
- Cure time typically takes 3-5 days, but up to 30 days in cooler or humid weather. During this time, avoid rolling down windows (for 3-5 days minimum) or cleaning them (30 days minimum)(interior only, exterior can be cleaned).
Tint Shade vs Visibility
- Darker tint ≠ invisibility. Even the darkest shades won't make the interior 100% private (though certain shades get pretty close) - especially at night when interior lights are on.
- Visibility from inside will vary depending on lighting conditions. At night, darker tints can reduce visibility.
Tint Shade vs Heat Rejection
- Dark tint is not necessary to provide heat rejection. Our hybrid and ceramic tint offer better heat rejection than the darkest carbon tints - even at shades as light at 70%. It is possible to have a cooler vehicle while maintaining visibility.
Heat Rejection Expectations
- Tint doesn't block heat instantly like turning on AC - it works over time by blocking infrared rays and reducing cabin heat buildup.
- Ceramic tints offer better heat performance than carbon or dyed options, but even they won’t make your car feel like a fridge.
Cosmetic Perfection
- Tint won’t fix scratched or damaged glass. In fact, if you have imperfections on your glass such as hard water spots or scratching, the tint may make them more obvious. We do offer glass polishing to remove light scratching and hard water spots if you are concerned about glass imperfections.
- If your vehicle’s windows have old adhesive, prior film, or imperfections, we’ll do our best to clean them - but perfection isn’t always possible.
- Minor specks or edge gaps can occur due to dirt in the seal or uneven edges on older glass.
Legal Compliance
- We always recommend tint within state-legal VLT (Visible Light Transmission) limits.
- We will install outside legal limits if the customer insists (and signs a waiver), but you are responsible for citations, not us.
Lifetime Warranty Limitations
- Most films come with a lifetime manufacturer warranty, but this covers defects in the film itself - not damage from:
- Rolling down windows too early
- Scratching with ice scrapers
- Pets or kids peeling at edges
- The manufacturer warranty only covers installations within legal limits.
- We offer limited installation warranties for workmanship, which will be explained at the time of service.
Mobile Tinting Considerations
- While we do our best to create shop-quality results, outdoor or mobile installations may be exposed to wind, dust, or pollen.
- For the absolute cleanest results, we recommend having an indoor space for us to tint, or drop-off at our location when conditions are unfavorable.
Frequently Asked Questions
*How should I prepare my ride for service?*
We recommend removing personal belongings from the areas your technicians will be installing tint (including car seats & booster seats if the back is being tinted). This will make the process and install cleaner for both parties!
We also highly recommend giving your ride a bath before service. We live in a dry, dusty environment. While it is impossible to avoid every dust speck, we can reduce the amount of contaminants that land in your tint if we are starting with a clean surface. Don't have time to run it through a car wash or hand wash it yourself? We do offer detailing services as well.
*Why is UV protection important?*
For you and the ones you love:
Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun don’t just damage your car - they’re also the #1 cause of skin cancer in the United States. In fact, up to 90% of all melanomas and nearly all other skin cancers are directly linked to UV exposure. Every year, more than 1.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed, and over 120,000 lives are lost - many of which could have been prevented.
One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime - and most of it is due to unprotected sun exposure. UV rays can pass through car windows, meaning you’re still at risk even while driving. That’s why quality window tint isn’t just about style - it’s about long-term health and protection.
For the ride you love:
UV rays can wreak havoc on a vehicle’s interior, causing leather, fabric, and plastic to fade, crack, or become brittle over time. Left unprotected, this damage can extend to electronics and trim components - reducing your vehicle’s resale value and long-term comfort. The best defense? Preventive care like high-quality window tint, UV-blocking sunshades, and protective sprays or conditioners designed to block harmful rays and keep your interior looking newer, longer.
*How long does it take for tint to cure?*
Typically, tint cures enough to operate the windows in 3-5 days, however, it can take up to 30 days to fully cure.
*How do I clean my tint?*
We recommend using an ammonia free, non-abrasive glass cleaner with a soft, lint free cloth. Please wait 30 days before cleaning your tint to account for cure time.
*Are your technicians certified?*
Yes - our technicians are 3M-certified professional installers ensuring top-tier craftsmanship, precision cuts, and lasting results.
*What vehicles can you tint?*
If it has windows - we can tint it. We service cars, trucks, RVs, boats, tractors, motorcycles, ATVs, aircraft, and more. Whether it’s a daily driver or a fleet vehicle, we’ve got you covered.
*Can you remove old tint?*
Yes, we offer tint removal services if you’re replacing outdated, bubbled, or damaged tint. We safely remove old film and adhesive before applying your new tint.
*Is window tint legal in Nebraska?*
Yes, but with some specific laws on how dark your tint can be. See our section on tint laws in Nebraska. Our techs can help you find the right tint for you - while staying within the legal limits.
*How does mobile tinting work?*
We bring all our own supplies, you provide the car and the space. While we can install tint outside - we do strongly recommend having an indoor space for us to apply the tint. We live in Nebraska, where the dust and wind is prevalent and unpredictable. If you (or a friend or family member) do not have an indoor space for us to use, we recommend using our pick up/drop off service (within 20 miles of Cozad), or bringing it to our location. If none of these options work for you, we would still love to tint your windows, just be mindful that you may see a few extra contaminants in your film, however, our techs will do their best to keep it out.