I'm a paraplegic and just traded in my old car for a white 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. My previous car had scratches all over the drivers side back door from constantly breaking down and putting together my wheelchair every time I would drive by myself with hand controls. So I was looking for a company that would cover the back door with a protectant to prevent the paint/door getting scratched and damaged. I was referred to Gordon Watson and just took my car in yesterday. I am SO happy with the job he did!!!! The covering he put on is self healing, protective, and so whenever my wheelchair bangs against the door the protective cover will prevent it from damaging the door. Gordon was amazing, did such an awesome job, was so friendly and nice to chat with while he worked, and I brought my seven month old puppy in with me who he allowed to be in there. After the car was complete, he even gave me a couple strips of the protectant material to put over the metal areas on my wheelchair that get banged up! This guy is an angel so if you're looking for an affordable, high quality, fast way to protect your car from scratches, this is definitely the place to go!! Five gold stars, A+, I fully support this business. read more

Watson's Window Tinting - Mr. Watson in the middle of applying the magical covering!! - Home Window Tinting Near Me - Santa Cruz , California

Watson's Window Tinting is top notch! I brought my car here for tinting and was very impressed with Gordon and his shop. His shop is equipped with state of the art equipment and he uses only the best tint. He was $100 more than another shop in town that I've used before and I have to tell you it was the best $100 I've ever spent!! Gordon is extremely meticulous and passionate about his work. So far the tint job is by far the best I've ever had and I think time will prove that it will stand the test of time. Very highly recommend!! read more

I wanted to give a shout out to Gordon of Watson's window Tinting. I have brought several vehicles here and it's always a great experience. If you're looking for the best tint shop in the county Watson's is the place. Gordon is extremely detail oriented and always delivers. His prices are very reasonable for the quality of work he produces. If you want it done right go here. read more

I have taken numerous vehicles to Gordon and he has tinted my business as well. He is incredibly professional, kind, and does amazing work. His prices are on par for the excellent work he does. Thank you for anyways taking care of me! read more

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We needed some window tinting for house. We got a visit from Gordon on Monday and the following Monday it was done. No fuss, no muss. Just excellent advice, prompt service and a great outcome. read more

The tint job was impeccable and performed on time (to the minute promised)! I rarely experience such customer care. Great job and thank you

Our home electricity bill was high because of a/c use, and we wanted a little more privacy instead of closing the blinds. Gordon at Watson's Window Tinting was able to provide us with an option that was perfect fit! I was a bit nervous about the aesthetics and natural lighting. He answered all my questions, came on time, was experienced, knowledgeable, professional and courteous ... and it looks great! He came from a referral of a friend to me, and now is my referral to you - highly recommend! read more

Gordon is a total master at his craft! My car looks and feels better than ever. He's super cool and really knows his stuff. If you need tinting, Gordon's your guy! 5 stars all the way. read more

Gordon Watson installed window tint on my vehicle for $425 Less than a year ago. This is supposed to be guaranteed for life. Already there are corners beginning to peel up through no fault of my own. It took multiple voicemail, emails and text messages to finally get a generic emailed response that Watson's window tinting "no longer provides that service." No longer provides that service? Unbelievable. Gordon had the best Yelp reviews when I was looking for a window tinting company. This is why I chose him. He was also twice the price of most in town. I assumed I would be getting the best product and service and didn't mind paying his high fees. Unfortunately, I paid him in cash and have no record or receipt of our transaction. I should have realized something was off when he wanted me to come back after-hours a couple days later to so he could remove The way too dark Tint installed on my drivers door window. A service he says he usually "doesn't provide" but was doing me a favor by peeling it off (which took 5 minutes tops.) Before arriving he texted to just pull down behind the building and into the shop bay. I did as instructed. Upon greeting me he promptly pulled down and closed the roll-Up door. That should have been the first red flag. I began to wonder if he might be living at the shop after seeing that the shower in the bathroom (yes there's shower) had just been used. Combined with the fact that when he encouraged me to hop inside his Land Rover (which was also parked inside) to see how dark HIS windows were tinted I noticed the back of was laid flat with nothing but an open sleeping bag sprawled out. The advances quickly followed. Let me ad that this shop is located in a run down building on dark S. Rodeo Gulch. It is part of a small strip of "businesses" that have a lower level which face a dark wooded area accessed by driving around the back of the building. There is little to no outdoor lighting and although it is close to Soquel Drive it FEELS very secluded - and after hours it is DARK AF . I couldn't get out of there fast enough. Fast forward a few months and when I finally get the courage to call and schedule the replacement Tint that I long ago had paid for but had been too uncomfortable to reschedule. And I receive the "no longer does auto tint" email. No mention of warranty, who else to call, nothing. I may not have a receipt for what I paid Gordon Watson but I do have complete email threads confirming the price paid for service. As well as all text correspondence including not only details of service Rendered, price paid and appointment times, etc but the very unprofessional, inappropriate and unwelcome messages received after the fact. Shady is putting it lightly. Steer clear of this business and this owner. read more

Got my windows tinted on my 1999 Toyota 4Runner. 20% all around. Very happy with the tint job. Great customer service and very professional. Highly recommend Watsons Window tinting. Will be back for our other vehicles and future vehicles. read more

Watson's Window Tinting - 20% on front windows, 20% over factory tint on rear. - Home Window Tinting Near Me - Santa Cruz , California

I had the front driver and front passenger side windows of my 19' Subaru Forester tinted 35%. It came out gorgeous! Super responsive and friendly service! For reference.. The interior is a combination of the light beige & gray coloring. I had the sunroof closed and photos were taken on a cloudy day. All the rear windows are the factory Subaru privacy glass with no tint. read more

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You don't need to go over the Hill or chance it with any other window tinting company! The owner, Garrett took the time to go over before & after care. He takes a great deal of pride in his work! Garrett offered me suggestions on different looks ant tinting options. He has a vision and obviously I love how incredible my Ford Escape looks! This place is the BEST!! read more

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!!! read more

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I Drope some windows for my car he told me will be finish in a few week and 3 weeks after He call telling me that he doesn't want to do it, be carful and don't waste your time at this shop read more

We just got our 2016 4runner tinted here and the tint looks amazing. I was very happy with the service I received at Watson's. The quality of there work was great. 10/10 would recommend getting your car tinted here. read more

After seeing this review, they got back to me and apologized for missing our appointment and blaming their computer system. By this time, I'd called around to find another person to do the work. Nonetheless, I've bumped the rating given that they did follow up, eventually. Hope, we're able to work together another time. read more

I expected more. Gordon installed my skylights and has not stood behind his claim to support them. The painters damaged them in cleaning and Gordon was perfectly willing to help me get the job repaired until he found better work. Now he says he is not interested. Don't expect him to stand behind his work. And this is even with the painter's taking responsibility. In addition, I had another company look at it and they said it had never been properly sealed around the edges. 2 years is not long enough. read more

I have referred Watsons window tinting to all of my clients, friends and family. They have tinted all of our vehicles and we have had them tint the windows of our clients homes as well. They are kind, professional, and do fabulous, high end work. Call us anytime if you want to know more about why we continue to work with and refer them. -Adam read more

I was refered by acumen auto glass. After getting some quotes Watsons price was competitive. The service was unparalleled. My tint came out fantastic. Not one speck of dirt or air bubbles... Perfection...so happy I chose Watsons and not the other cut rate shops in town... You will be happy with the quality from this shop and they even washed and waxed my car... read more

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I was looking up and down for a good place to get my home windows tinted. I found Watson's Window Tint on here and couldn't be more happy with their work. I worked with Gordon and Brice, they were able to get me a quote and finish the job within a weeks time. They were prompt and communication was amazing. Brice is keen on making sure the job is done right the first time and makes prepping the number one priority. It makes the house look and feel better, the rooms feel much cooler and its nice to have the blinds open all day long. If you're looking for a tint place, I highly recommend this place 110%. read more

Watson's Window Tinting - Left no Tint. Right Suntek SYDS 25 - Home Window Tinting Near Me - Santa Cruz , California

I am thrilled with the results of my window tint. Gordon did a fantastic job on my Subaru Impreza. The car looks SO good. I did full dark tint on the sides and back, and I was worried that it would look too dark, but it looks great. Also, Gordon's installation of the tint was flawless--no bubbles, no warbles, looks like factory tint. Gordon was very professional and I could not be more pleased with the results. Also, COVID note: Gordon wore a mask and gloves whenever he interacted with me, even when driving my car. He also stayed 6' away when talking to me, even with mask on, which I appreciate. A+! read more

This is my 3rd car tinted by these guys. Gordon and Bryce are so knowledgeable and are amazing at talking you through the different shades to get you exactly what you want. I work in the automotive industry and have connections all over town, but Watson's does the best quality work, uses the best quality film, and they are super sweet with great customer service. I have been recommending these guys for 4 years now and will continue to do so. Thanks G & B! read more

I've had sixteen automotive windows tinted at Watson's over the last several years, on multiple vehicles, and every single one of them has been flawless. I chose Watson's because they use Suntek, which my own research had shown is the best film in the industry. And, thanks to Gordon's expert installation, I have found it yields consistently durable and gorgeous results. Gordon brings the knowledge and craftsmanship of long experience to every installation. To that he adds an eye for aesthetics---in every case, he has offered design suggestions (e.g., which tint to deploy where) that brought out the natural appeal of my vehicle, as well as enhancing its safety and functionality. To top it off, Gordon is a fantastic guy---professional, affable, honest---and his crew are likewise. Five stars and three cheers for Watson's! read more

It's been a week since I got my tint. Gordon is a super friendly guy and he just wanted to make me happy. Mission success. I'm one happy camper. Thanks, Gordon. read more

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Quality product and installation done quickly. I arrived last minute and Gordon shifted things so i could get my new Prius C tinted during a limited time period that I did not have my granddaughter. I returned to find my car done and ready to roll. Lifetime warranty. read more

GORDON WATSON IS AWESOME. The quality of his work is 5 stars. His hospitality and customer care is 5 stars also. He is the best automotive aftermarket distributor and serviceman that I have ever dealt with. i was a bit apprehensive to get my BMW 3 series tinted, but after I talked to Gordon I was set. He is very kind and will not jerk you around. He's straight forward and kind. His work speaks for itself. It shows that he is passionate about what he does and who he serves. I would take any car to him and would recommend him to anyone! read more

Got my 2019 Audi S5 tinted with Gordon today and he did an absolute amazing job. I highly recommend using him for any tint work on your car. I also heard he does buildings as well. I will put my trust in him again on my next car. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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!!! read more

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 yelped 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! read more

Simply the BEST in Santa Cruz county! Always a pleasure doing business with Gordon. Thank you for the beautiful work you've done for my home and car! read more

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. read more

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Hey Gordon, I got your message. YES, my experience was with you and your company. Just because it's a negative review doesn't mean it's not legit and you can just have it removed. My review. 0 stars. No follow through. Totally flaked. Gordon said that he would get back to me and he didn't. read more

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 Yelp 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. read more

I live in Watsonville where I considered the two local window tinting companies. One place had bad reviews and the other was slow to respond to my inquiries. So, I looked up north and found Watson's. It was well worth the short drive from Watsonville. Cher was very pleasant on the phone and gave me an estimate. Both Gordon and Bryce are very professional and friendly. The work on my vehicle was done promptly. I am very happy with the work. The vehicle looks great. I cannot wait to go off road in the desert. read more

Amazing guys. Fantastic service. Great installation. I got my appointment for my car window tinting within a week and after the installation was completed I was so happy because it looked stunning. The film they use is a higher end product, costing a little more but it is so worth it. You can tell the quality. There was a slight hair line noticeable after the installation on one of the windows. So I called and within days the film was replaced, no questions asked. Fantastic service, great guys that I can recommend. I am happy to come back with my next car. read more

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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 1/2 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 watsonwindowtinting.com 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. read more