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Protect what drives you

Everything you need to know about protecting your vehicle without the sales pitch.

You worked hard for your vehicle. We'll help you figure out what's worth protecting, what it should cost, and who you can trust to do it right - starting in Florida.

We're not a shop. Money never buys a grade or a ranking. Just straight answers.

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Typical dealer markup
$1,200–$3,000
for the same work - go direct to the installer
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Three options. Here's the difference.

No jargon, no pressure. Just see which one fits your situation.

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Paint Protection Film

Like a screen protector for your car.

    See what PPF covers

    What we believe

    Take care of what you worked for.

    Some vehicles are just transportation. Some mean a little more. You deserve to know exactly what your vehicle needs, what it should cost and what shop near you has your best interest in mind.

    How it works

    From question to confidence in three steps.

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    Learn what you actually need

    Plain guides that show what PPF and ceramic really do - and, just as often, where you don't need to spend.

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    Know what you should pay

    Publicly-sourced price ranges by vehicle, so you walk into any shop already knowing what a fair quote looks like.

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    Find a PPP Verified installer

    A vetted network launching in Florida, held to published standards. No shop buys its way in, and none that oversells or underdelivers stays.

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    Water beading on a dark ceramic-coated panel

    The result

    Water beads. Dirt slides off. Your paint stays perfect.

    Straight guidance

    What's worth protecting first - and what to skip.

    The whole point of PPP: help you spend where it matters and stop you from paying for what you don't need.

    Protect this first

    The front end takes the hits.

    If you only protect one area, make it the parts that face the road every day.

    • Hood, front bumper, and fenders - where rock chips actually happen
    • Side mirrors and the leading edge of the roof on trucks and SUVs
    • A ceramic coating over the rest for easier washing and UV protection

    Quick answers

    The questions everyone asks first.

    You're not the first person to wonder about this. Here are the answers, plain and simple.

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    Is this worth it for a family SUV?
    Usually yes. SUVs face more road debris, parking-lot dings, and sun exposure than smaller cars, and they're often kept for years - so protection tends to pay for itself in preserved appearance and resale.
    How much should I expect to spend?
    In Tampa, ceramic coating runs about $300–$2,000, full-front PPF $1,500–$2,500, and a PPF-plus-ceramic combo $3,000–$5,500 - all publicly sourced from local shops. Dealer finance-office packages are often marked up well beyond that for the same work.
    Will I be able to tell it's there?
    No. Quality PPF is essentially invisible once installed, and ceramic coating actually makes paint look better - deeper gloss and richer color.
    How long does it last?
    PPF typically lasts 5–10 years; ceramic coating 2–5 years depending on the product tier. Both outlast wax or sealant by years.

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    Get clarity on cost, options, and who to trust.

    No commitment. No sign-up. Just the information you need to make a confident decision about protecting your vehicle.