Sterling Heights Paint Protection Film
Paint Protection Film Near Sterling Heights, MI
Elite Auto Lab installs paint protection film for Sterling Heights drivers from its Madison Heights shop at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Sterling Heights and the shop are about 5 miles apart in a straight line. 14 Mile Road is the city's southern edge, and the shop is on that road. By freeway, M-53 meets I-696 at exit 23, then I-75 north reaches exit 65. Coverage and the films we install are on the paint protection film page.
Sterling Heights is in Macomb County and our shop is in Oakland County, about 5 miles apart in a straight line. Elite Auto Lab installs clear paint protection film (PPF) from a bumper to the whole vehicle, most installs take 1 to 3 days, and the film is backed by the manufacturer's 10-year limited warranty.
Get a free quote or call (248) 881-8204. We're open Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and Sat 10:00 AM–3:00 PM.
What is the route from Sterling Heights to Elite Auto Lab?
Head for 14 Mile Road. Sterling Heights' east–west mile roads run from 14 Mile Road to 20 Mile Road, which makes 14 Mile the city's southern edge, and our shop is on it at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071.
- Work toward 14 Mile Road, the southern edge of the city.
- Dequindre Road is the border between Sterling Heights and Troy, and the line between Macomb and Oakland counties; our shop is on the Oakland County side of it.
- Madison Heights touches Sterling Heights at its southwest corner, so you are already next door to us.
If you would rather use a freeway, M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) meets I-696 at exit 23. Take I-696 west to its I-75 interchange (exit 18), then I-75 north to exit 65, 14 Mile Road. Use a map app for current ramps and the final turns.
Do long Sterling Heights commutes call for a full-front package?
A full front is the usual answer for a freeway commuter. Sterling Heights has 134,346 residents and about 36 square miles of land, M-53 and M-59 run through it, and highway speed is when stones thrown up by other vehicles hit hardest.
| Your week | Where to start |
|---|---|
| M-53 or M-59 every day | Full front: bumper, hood, fenders, mirrors and headlights |
| Mostly Mound Road and mile-road errands | A partial front, with headlights and mirrors |
| A second car you want to keep original | Full body, so every painted panel is covered |
How is the film installed, and how long does it take?
Most installs take 1 to 3 days. The time moves with the coverage package, whether the paint needs correction first, and your vehicle's size and complexity.
- Assessment. We inspect the paint for damage, contaminants or defects.
- Paint correction, if needed. Swirls and scratches are polished out first, because film locks in whatever is under it.
- Decontamination. A wash, clay bar and wipe-down remove oils, waxes and contaminants that would affect adhesion.
- Pattern cutting for your vehicle's exact year, make and model.
- Installation. The film is wet-applied, positioned and squeegeed for even placement.
- Edge finishing, so the film stays down and does not peel.
- A 24-hour cure and a final inspection under multiple lighting conditions.
Should I add a ceramic coating over the film?
It is a common pairing. Film absorbs the chips, while a coating adds gloss and makes washing easier but does not stop physical damage, and a coating can go over the film for extra gloss and water-beading.
Our ceramic coating page for Sterling Heights covers the coating, and our auto detailing page covers the paint correction that comes first.
Paint Protection Film Work From Our Madison Heights Shop
Here are four vehicles we protected with paint protection film at our Madison Heights shop.
Mercedes-AMG G-Class 
Lamborghini Aventador 
Chevrolet Corvette 
BMW 2 Series
How does the manufacturer's warranty work for a Macomb County car?
The same way it does anywhere: the 10-year limited warranty runs from the date of professional installation, and it covers yellowing, cracking, crazing and fading. When the film has a manufacturing defect, the manufacturer repairs or replaces it at no cost.
A claim goes through the shop that installed the film, so you come back to Madison Heights with your warranty card and receipt. The warranty excludes damage from accidents, rocks and improper cleaning, and it applies to satin and matte film as well.
How long does PPF last on a car that sees Michigan winters?
Premium PPF lasts 7 to 10 years with proper care, and Michigan's UV exposure and temperature swings are within what the film is engineered for.
Care is what makes the difference. Skip washing for 7 days, hold off on waxing or sealing for 30, and avoid harsh chemicals, petroleum-based products and abrasive compounds. Salt speeds up rust on cars, and film over the front end and lower panels sits between that spray and the paint.
Which cities near Sterling Heights have PPF pages?
Warren borders Sterling Heights to the south, Troy to the west and Clinton Township to the east. Each has a PPF page, as do Madison Heights and Royal Oak:
Can I book window tint, a wrap or a detail with the film?
Yes. We offer package pricing that combines services, so ask for the film and the other work in one quote. These are the Sterling Heights pages for each service:
How do I get a PPF quote near Sterling Heights?
Request a free quote online or call (248) 881-8204. The form asks for your name, phone and email, plus a short description of your project and, if you like, your vehicle.
The price depends on the coverage, the film, your vehicle's size and whether the paint needs correction first, so the quote is where you get a number. Our financing page explains how payment plans work.
Do M-53 and M-59 commuters in Sterling Heights need film on the front?
A full front is the usual answer for M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) or M-59 every day, because highway speed throws stones. Mound Road and the mile roads are the slower errands, where a partial front can be enough. 14 Mile Road is the southern edge, the shop is on it, and the cities are about 5 miles apart in a straight line. By freeway, M-53 meets I-696 at exit 23, then I-75 north reaches exit 65.
Why do Sterling Heights drivers come to Madison Heights for paint protection film?
Sterling Heights drivers come to Madison Heights because the cities are about 5 miles apart in a straight line, and Madison Heights touches Sterling Heights at its southwest corner. Sterling Heights' east–west mile roads run from 14 Mile Road to 20 Mile Road, so 14 Mile is the city's southern edge, and the shop is on it at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Dequindre Road is the border between Sterling Heights and Troy, and the line between Macomb and Oakland counties. By freeway, M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) meets I-696 at exit 23, then I-696 west to exit 18 and I-75 north to exit 65. The install is at the Madison Heights shop, not a mobile stop in Sterling Heights. Hours, parking and how to book are in Visiting the shop, further down this page.
Do Sterling Heights installs use the same films and warranties?
Yes. A Sterling Heights install uses the same films and warranties as every other city we serve. M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue), M-59 and Mound Road are the daily roads, and highway speed on M-53 and M-59 is when stones hit. 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.
The manufacturer's 10-year limited warranty runs from the date of professional installation and covers yellowing, cracking, crazing and fading. The installation warranty covers lifting and peeling on the film we install. Both are limited, so they have exclusions. Most installs take 1 to 3 days. The paint protection film page has the coverage levels.
How do I book a PPF appointment from Sterling Heights?
Leave the car at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. 14 Mile Road is the southern edge of Sterling Heights, and the shop is on that road. By freeway, M-53 meets I-696 at exit 23. 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.
Head for 14 Mile Road, the southern edge of Sterling Heights. The shop is on that road at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071, on the Oakland County side of Dequindre Road. By freeway, take M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) to I-696 at exit 23, I-696 west to exit 18, and I-75 north to exit 65. Sterling Heights is about 5 miles from the shop, in a straight line.
The shop has gated parking and public parking. We reply to quote and contact messages the same business day. Email eliteautolabinfo@gmail.com. We accept cash, cards, Affirm, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Request a free quote. Coverage and the films we install are on the paint protection film page.
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What warranty comes with paint protection film?
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.
The film: The film we install, including satin and matte, carries the manufacturer's 10-year limited warranty, which runs from the date of professional installation and covers yellowing, cracking, crazing and fading. If the film has a manufacturing defect, the manufacturer repairs or replaces it at no cost.
The installation: Our limited lifetime installation warranty covers lifting, peeling and workmanship on the film we install.
Both are limited, so they have exclusions. The manufacturer's warranty excludes damage from accidents, rocks and improper cleaning, and a claim goes through the shop that installed the film with your warranty card and receipt. Ask us for the written terms of the installation warranty when you get your quote, and see our guide for the manufacturer's terms.
Which paint protection films does Elite Auto Lab install?
We're certified installers of XPEL, SunTek and 3M paint protection film, and we also install PPG film.
Visiting the shop
We're at 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Hours are Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, Sunday closed.
Appointments are preferred, and walk-ins are welcome when possible. We reply to quote and contact messages the same business day.
The shop has gated parking and public parking.
Email eliteautolabinfo@gmail.com.
We accept cash, cards, Affirm, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Financing is available through Affirm.
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