Watson’s Window Tinting

Excellent experience with Gordon & Bryce at Watson’s window tinting. I took my husbands 2016 Tesla to them to darken the rear windows. They’ve done several recently and were incredibly familiar with the special requirements. They had the car over night and it looks awesome. Plus, lifetime guarantee on the film. Thank you Watson Window Tinting, we will be back.

I love the tint job on my GTI. Watson’s did an excellent job. No bubbles or ‘rainbow’ effect like my last job (done elsewhere). Very friendly people. Easy to communicate with shop when arranging an appointment & pick up time. My car even got waxed! Holy moly that is service. Thanks guys, you’re the best. I will happily pass on your name!

These guys are terrific! Gordon came out and gave me an on-​the-​spot estimate. I confirmed the order the next day, and the tinting was installed three days later. Another vendor said I would have to wait a month. The difference in our living room is amazing. Thanks Gordon, the skylight is next!

Awesome service! Awesome job! Awesome people!

I can’t review Watson’s work because he no-​showed. We set an appointment for 8AM. The night before I got a text confirming. This morning, I left my house at 7:30 because I live ½ hour away from his shop. 17 minutes into my drive, I get a text that Gordon is running behind because ‘gettin my daughter to school at 0815′. So, I think, well, maybe he had a little family mix up. It happens. At 8AM, I text him that I am waiting outside his bay door. No response. At 8:35, I text him to never mind, I am leaving. It is 9:20 now and still no response. I am also going to have to break the news to my wife that when she gets back from her business trip that she will NOT have tinted windows on her new Subaru Legacy. Very disappointing. I would tell all my friends to look elsewhere.
Update: At 9:46AM I got this text: «Not sure if you went to the wrong place, I was here at the time your message was sent… Still have time to do your car…»
– But, I WAS at the right place. I was parked right outside the bay door that has
on the wall. And when I arrived (on time), I went into the open office next to that bay door and talked to Jim, the guy who owns the space that he rents out to Mr. Watson. Jim knew I was waiting for Gordon. There is just no way I was in the wrong spot.

We got our windows tinted on our Honda Fit here and they look great. Professional service and a quality product. I got quotes from others in town that were cheaper than Watson’s but we felt good about the lifetime warranty and that they’ve been in business for so long.
I’ve had tint bubble on two cars from other businesses, but they’re no longer around. Nice folks at Watson’s, we highly recommend them.

Amazing, friendly service! I called to make an appointment and Gordon was very helpful and nice. Appointment started right away and they finished before their estimated time
They had a little waiting room I waited in with a couple of other lovely people in the office. They chatted with me a little and were also super friendly!
I could’ve walked to staff of life and grabbed a snack but I enjoyed checking in on my car and using their free wifi.
The tinting job was superb and Gordon gave me tips and recommendations on how to continue to take care of my windows. Thank you guys you rock!!!

I called Watson’s Monday morning and I asked about getting my car windows tinted. Watson was really nice over the phone and he told me that the only opening he had was on Tuesday afternoon. He asked me to bring in the car a little before 2:00pm. On Tuesday I showed up at 12 noon and he was not there. A lady at a next door office told me she did not know where he was at. I returned at 1:45pm and waited there until 2:15pm. He never showed up. I called numerous times and I never received an answer. Later in the day when I called him again I was finally able to leave a voice message (voice mail was no longer full). I asked if he could please return my call so we could arrange for another time. I never received a call back.
I lost time from work all because Watson’s did not keep their word about the scheduled appointment and never returned my call to explain what had happened. I cannot speak about their workmanship but the lack of customer service and the fact that they just wasted my time is the reason I give them a 1 star rating.
I ended up taking my business somewhere else, I called Central Audio located around the corner from Watsons, we set up an appointment and they did a great job on my car. I even saved $ 50 by going to Central Audio.

Gordon the owner was the silver lining in a long list of unfortunate events for me. I was in a car accident and dealt with getting body work on my car. After the body work was fixed we found the windows/​tinting also had been scratched and who was at fault (car accident or body shop) was a grey area.
Gordon was booked out for 2 months but heard about my long list of unfortunate events and said he’d do whatever he could to help me. After 4 days he called and said he’d fit me in the next day. He was so nice, professional, and helpful. I wish I had taken him to get my windows tinted in the first place as I went to his «competition» and they scratched the roof of my car. (They did fix it, but after a few in person meetings and me insisting it was them that scratched the top.) I didn’t know about Gordon at the time.
Gordon went over and beyond dealing with my car today and offering good advice. He was even willing to go pick up the glass himself, tint in, and put it in without my involvement because he wanted to turn things around for me as fast as possible.
Not sure if I am doing him a favor with this review since he’s already so busy and this may make him busier but I like to Unilocal outstanding people.
…oh, and he even helped me back out of the driveway and was willing to stop traffic for me. I’d give him more stars than 5 if I could.

I have had a couple cars tinted by watsons and every time they looked great! Great service and pricing. Highly recommend. High quality products used. The owner Gordon is awesome, helpful, accommodating and does not mickle and dime customers. And he is very knowledgable in what he does and always recommends what’s best for his customers. Thanks for the great service and I need to schedule my window tinting for my new car soon

I couldn’t be more happy with my vehicle being tinted by Gordon. He is an all around good dude, if you have a nice car and want the tint done right. I would definitely bring it too Gordon. He got my VW Sportwagen to look the way I had pictured it. Computer cut to fit exactly and the highest quality tint.
Thanks again Gordon you’re the man for tint in Santa Cruz.

I brought my car in here and Gordon set me up with someone he had recently hired, the guy who did the tint messed up the cut and scratched the door. Gordon was so cool about everything it was crazy!!! He replaced the tint and got two dents out of my car (one of which was there before) and ordered factory paint for the scratch. I am stoked with my experience.

Communicated with Gordon for about 1 week about getting 1 window tinted on my car (due to glass replacement) and he was very communicative and helpful.
I did some research around town and Unilocaled some other tinters and got a good vibe from him. He accommodated me on short notice and he was very friendly, courteous and professional and his shop looked organized and clean.
He was close to where Iive and there are many choices for me but I like to support local companies, especially the independent owned business’ in town.
Thanks for the nice work and looks like you did a great job on matching the tint to the existing other windows.
Go here, you will not be disappointed. Thanks Gordon!

Gordon has Skills and the Quality of the tint on my Window is Superb. Will be going back in for my Hubbies Car for sure!

If you want quality tinting for your vehicle, Gordon is the man!
I had just purchased a used 07′ BMW 328i with no tint on the windows. I called for an estimate he had a couple of suggestions for me but I just wasn’t sure. Even though I hadn’t decided how ‘dark’ I wanted the windows, I knew Watson’s was the place to go. From just the phone call, I could tell that he was really into his job and took pride in his work. His confidence and excitement is what got me in the door. He was also kind enough to see me on a Holiday weekend. When we showed up, he showed us several different options. This guy knows his stuff! Went through every option and suggestions for my ride.
Once I decided on which tint to go with, we headed for breakfast and some fun time at the beach. He was done within 4 hours and my car looked clean. Very professional and respectful. I would highly recommend Gordon’s if you want the quality job that Gordon believes everyone should have. I had the service performed May 2013 and one year later there have been zero issues. Feel confident with his work and the lifetime guarantee on the product. Pimp your ride at Watson’s!!!

A friend from Mas Audio had recommended Watson s Window Tinting for my Volvo, so i called Gordon and scheduled a meeting. Had a a wonderful experience. The Guy gave a good handshake and I was Very trusting in him. He works hard and fulfilled more than my expectation for quality and attention to detail.

I have had many cars over the years tinted, and they all came out fairly well and I have never been overly picky.
Did some research first, and decided to Watson’s Window Tinting a chance.
I found the customer service outstanding. Not only was it ready when promised, but it was very well installed, and they even washed the car for us.
Super nice and friendly. Highly recommend.

I had my 2010 Jetta Sportwagon windows tinted by Gordon. I could not have been happier.
When I first started talking about getting my windows tinted, family members were telling me they could get a good deal from a guy in Fremont. I didn’t want to drive all the way out there. Nor did I want my window tint to start bubbling. My GF took her car to Gordon last year, and she was happy with the results. I decided to talk with him first.
Gordon is honest, professional man. I had a great first impression. He talked with me about what I wanted for my car. We discussed style and heat resistance. He knows all the laws regarding window tinting as well. Gordon also showed me the computer controlled cutter which cuts all the films for the windows. Definitely a high tech operation.
I decided to black out all the rear windows for my car. I’ve had it for a few weeks now and cannot be happier. My car is noticeably cooler, and it looks fantastic. Gordon also went over the lifetime warranty with me. Every time I see a car with ugly, bubbling window tinting I smile because I know I can get mine redone. It’s not something I worry about. But I know I am covered.
Gordon does an awesome job, and is an awesome, trustworthy guy. If you are thinking of getting your windows tinted, go see him first.

I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Gordon is great; friendly, professional, and does fantastic work. He took the time to really make sure I knew what I was getting, and helped me make the best decisions. He is a genuine guy, and I could tell he was giving me honest information.
He had my car done and back to me in less than two hours, which amazed me. Finding guys like Gordon when dealing with small businesses [or any business for that matter] is becoming rarer and rarer, so I feel really great about giving him business. I’ve already recommended him to everyone that has mentioned how great my car looks.

Pricey but worth it!
Watson’s is defiantly not the most economical place to get a window tint, but if you have pride in ownership and want a kick ass warranty then this is the place! My experience with Watson’s was great, extremely friendly guy, very flexible, honest and knew his product. His product comes with a lifetime warranty — that’s what sold me. He helped me decide what tint was looked best and the final product looks great! I’d be a customer for life if I had more cars.