Ceramic Coating Tampa: Compare 8 Installer Packages

Compare 8 Tampa-area coating installers

Package pages checked October 11, 2026. These are shop-advertised prices and inclusions, not quotes or tested results. Seven publish a coating price; their lowest listed packages start from $599 to $1,600. Preparation and covered surfaces differ, so this is not a like-for-like price range or a Tampa average. Prices can change.

Presidential Automotive Detailing

Location: Tampa shop
Published packages: Express: cars from $1,000, trucks/SUVs $1,200. Black Level 1: cars $1,600; Level 2 $2,100; Level 3 $3,000.
Coating: Gtechniq EXOv5; Crystal Serum Ultra + EXOv5 on Black packages.
Preparation: Wash, decontamination and gloss enhancement; higher Black levels add paint correction.
Timing and terms: Shop curing; Express lists 1 day, Black packages 1–3 days or 2–3 days. Ask for product-specific guarantee terms and maintenance costs.

Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light: manufacturer warranty and care Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra: manufacturer warranty and care

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T-Fat’s Auto Spa

Location: Tampa studio
Published packages: 3-year package from $999; 5-year $1,499; 7-year $1,899.
Coating: IGL branding on its website; confirm the exact product for your package.
Preparation: Decontamination, clay, correction, panel preparation and controlled application. Correction level requires assessment.
Timing and terms: Studio coating service. Shop advertises complimentary post-install inspections; request the written warranty and maintenance schedule.

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Carry On Detailing

Location: Tampa shop
Published packages: Coating price not published on the reviewed service page; request a quote.
Coating: Exact coating product not stated on the service page.
Preparation: Washing and decontamination; polishing depends on paint condition.
Timing and terms: Coatings are completed in the shop, despite mobile detailing availability. Package warranty and turnaround not specified.

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Island Vibes Mobile Detail

Location: Mobile across Tampa Bay
Published packages: Ceramic & Protective Coatings from $599; advertised duration up to 5 years.
Coating: Exact package product not specified on the service page.
Preparation: Wash, iron removal, clay, panel wipe and 1- or 2-step enhancement depending on condition and budget.
Timing and terms: Lists 5+ hours. Confirm suitable covered curing space, product identity, warranty and final vehicle-size price.

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J’s Auto Detailing & Ceramic Coatings

Location: Mobile in Hillsborough County; directory address in Brandon
Published packages: 3-year paint coating from $1,000; 5-year upgrade +$200. Wheels +$200, glass +$200, or both +$300.
Coating: Brand not specified on the reviewed coating page.
Preparation: Decontamination and one-step polish; paint and trim included.
Timing and terms: Confirm the coating location, curing requirements and warranty. Advertised years are package claims, not our durability measurements.

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Auto Paint Guard

Location: Tampa shop
Published packages: Light-polish package from $1,600; two-step $1,800; full correction $2,200.
Coating: XPEL FUSION; confirm the product version and warranty.
Preparation: Three priced options distinguish the amount of paint correction.
Timing and terms: 14309A N Nebraska Ave. Request turnaround, coated surfaces, inspection fees and written coverage.

XPEL FUSION PLUS: manufacturer warranty and care

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Solid Detailing

Location: Tampa Bay; confirm appointment location
Published packages: Basic from $750 + tax; Standard $1,175; Pro $1,700; Elite $2,450. Separate paint-only/new-car prices are also listed.
Coating: Brand not identified in the reviewed package descriptions.
Preparation: Basic includes Level 1 correction and windshield coating; Standard includes Level 2 correction.
Timing and terms: Basic lists 1–1½ days. Confirm workspace, exact product, higher-package inclusions and written warranty.

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Fred’s Mobile Detailing

Location: Mobile in Tampa
Published packages: Essential from $749; Signature $1,174; Professional $1,699; Elite $2,449. SUVs/trucks add $200+.
Coating: Exact brand and product not stated on the reviewed page.
Preparation: Paint assessment and decontamination; correction scope varies by package and inspection.
Timing and terms: Suitable workspace and curing conditions required. Additional correction costs extra; request warranty terms and an itemized quote.

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How we checked these shops

We reviewed existing directory candidates and additional Tampa-area businesses with public automotive coating pages. Each source link above supports that shop’s advertised service and package details. This is a selected sample, not every installer or a ranking. We did not visit, test coatings or obtain personal quotes. Brand mentions and shop certification claims are not manufacturer-confirmed credentials. An omitted price or warranty means it was not stated on the page we reviewed. Ask the installer to confirm current terms.

Get comparable Tampa coating quotes

Send the same vehicle, paint-condition photos and requested surfaces to each installer. Ask for the exact coating, correction steps, total with tax, curing location, warranty registration and recurring inspection costs. Use our ceramic coating cost guide to compare the scope of work. Check the manufacturer product references for warranty and maintenance conditions. For stone-chip protection, compare ceramic coating with PPF before choosing a package.