Question 1

What should I compare when I get PPF quotes?

Accepted Answer

Compare the same six lines on every quote: the panels covered, the film, paint correction, how the edges are handled, the warranty terms and the timeline. Two quotes with different totals are often pricing different jobs.

Question 2

Which freeway takes me from Southfield to your shop?

Accepted Answer

It is one interchange. Take I-696 east out of Southfield to its junction with I-75 at exit 18, switch to I-75 north and leave at exit 65, 14 Mile Road. The shop is at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071.

Question 3

Is PPF worth it on a lease or a car I plan to resell?

Accepted Answer

For many drivers it is, because film keeps the paint in the condition a lease return or a resale wants. Film we install can also come off professionally later; done properly it leaves no residue and does not damage sound factory paint.

Question 4

Can I fit a multi-day install around a work week?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you plan it as a drop-off and pickup. Most installs take 1 to 3 days, we are open until 6:00 PM on weekdays and until 3:00 PM on Saturdays, and our team can tell you what to expect for your coverage when you call.

Question 5

What does the 10-year manufacturer warranty actually cover?

Accepted Answer

It covers the film itself against yellowing, cracking, crazing and fading for 10 years from the date of professional installation, and it applies to clear, satin and matte film.

Question 6

What care does the film need after install?

Accepted Answer

Not much, but the first month matters. Wait 7 days before the first wash and 30 days before waxing or sealing.

Question 7

Which neighbors of Southfield have PPF pages?

Accepted Answer

Southfield borders Detroit on the south and Royal Oak, Berkley and Oak Park on the east. These cities have PPF pages:

Question 8

Can I add other work while the car is in for film?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer package pricing that combines services, so ask for everything in one quote. The Southfield page for each service:

Question 9

How much does PPF cost, and how do I get started?

Accepted Answer

The price follows the panels covered, the film, your vehicle's size and body complexity, and any paint correction. Request a free quote with your year, make and model, or call (248) 881-8204.

Question 10

Do Lodge and Telegraph commuters in Southfield need film on the front?

Accepted Answer

I-696 and the Lodge Freeway (M-10) both run through Southfield, and Telegraph Road (US 24) meets them at the Mixing Bowl. That is freeway debris, so a full front is the usual film package. The shop is about 8 miles from the middle of the city in a straight line. Take I-696 east to exit 18, then I-75 north to exit 65.

Question 11

Why do Southfield drivers come to Madison Heights for paint protection film?

Accepted Answer

Southfield drivers come to Madison Heights because the shop is about 8 miles from the middle of Southfield, in a straight line. Take I-696 east to exit 18, its junction with I-75, then I-75 north to exit 65, 14 Mile Road. The shop is at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. I-696 has exits in Southfield from American Drive (exit 7) to Greenfield Road (exit 13). The install is at the Madison Heights shop, not a mobile stop in Southfield. Hours, parking and how to book are in Visiting the shop, further down this page.

Question 12

Do Southfield installs use the same films and warranties?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A Southfield install uses the same films and warranties as every other city we serve. The Lodge Freeway (M-10), Telegraph Road (US 24) and the I-696 Mixing Bowl carry the debris that chips a front bumper. A full front is the usual answer on the faster roads; a partial front fits shorter errands. We're certified installers of XPEL, SunTek and 3M paint protection film, and we also install PPG film. The film list and the split between the 10-year film warranty and the limited lifetime installation warranty are in the sections further down this page.

Question 13

How do I book a PPF appointment from Southfield?

Accepted Answer

Leave the car at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. From Southfield the published way is I-696 east to exit 18, then I-75 north to exit 65. How long you are on I-696 depends on which Southfield exit you start from, American Drive (exit 7) through Greenfield Road (exit 13). Appointments are preferred, and walk-ins are welcome when possible. We're open Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and Sat 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, and closed Sunday.

Question 14

What warranty comes with paint protection film?

Accepted Answer

Two warranties apply: the manufacturer's 10-year limited warranty on the film, and Elite Auto Lab's limited lifetime installation warranty on our workmanship.

Question 15

Which paint protection films does Elite Auto Lab install?

Accepted Answer

We're certified installers of XPEL, SunTek and 3M paint protection film, and we also install PPG film.

Quote line	What to ask	Our answer
Panels	Which panels, exactly?	Bumper or partial front, full front or full body, plus headlights, mirrors and other high-impact zones; we confirm the exact panels at the quote
Film	Clear, satin or matte?	All three, and satin and matte carry the same warranty
Paint correction	Is it needed first?	We assess the paint before anything goes on, because film locks in whatever is underneath
Edges	How are they finished?	Wrapped or cut precisely to the panel edges, so the film stays down
Warranty	What does it cover?	The manufacturer's 10-year limited warranty from professional installation: yellowing, cracking, crazing and fading
Timeline	How many days?	Most installs take 1 to 3 days

When	What to do
Days 1 to 7	No washing while the film settles
After day 7	First wash: hand wash, or a touchless wash
After day 30	Waxing or sealing is fine
Any time	Avoid harsh chemicals, petroleum-based products and abrasive compounds; have a lifting edge looked at

Paint Protection Film for Southfield, MI Drivers