Paint Protection Film (PPF) Near Warren, MI

Is Elite Auto Lab in Warren?

No, we're a Madison Heights shop that serves Warren drivers. Our address is 436 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071, about 4.5 miles west-southwest of Warren in a straight line, and Madison Heights lies on Warren's western border.

Warren is in Macomb County and, with 139,387 residents at the 2020 census, is the third-largest city in Michigan and the largest community in the county. It is home to the General Motors Technical Center and the U.S. Army's Detroit Arsenal, and it shares its entire southern border with Detroit. Here is the trip at a glance:

How do I get from Warren to Elite Auto Lab?

14 Mile Road forms Warren's northern border with Sterling Heights, and 14 Mile Road is the road our shop is on, at 436 E 14 Mile Rd. Dequindre Road, Madison Heights' eastern border, is also the line between Oakland and Macomb counties, so our shop is on the Oakland County side of it.

I-696, the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, runs east and west through Warren. It has an exit at Dequindre Road (exit 20) and meets I-75 at exit 18 on I-696; I-75 north reaches exit 65, 14 Mile Road. M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) meets I-696 at exit 23, on the Center Line–Warren city line. Use a map app for current ramps and the final turns.

What is paint protection film, and what does it protect against?

Paint protection film (PPF) is a clear film that goes over your vehicle's painted panels and takes the rock chips, bug splatter and minor scratches that would otherwise reach the paint. It is a thermoplastic urethane film, and the top coat on newer films self-heals light scratches when it is warmed.

Why do Warren drivers add paint protection film?

Warren sits on busy roads: I-696 runs east and west through the city, M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) roughly bisects it and Mound Road is an important north–south artery. Highway speed is when stones thrown up by other vehicles hit hardest, and PPF takes those chips in place of your paint.

Salt is the other half of a Michigan winter. Road salt speeds up rust on cars, and the spray that traffic throws up reaches the front end and lower panels first, which makes those the panels worth covering.

Paint Protection Film Work From Our Madison Heights Shop

Here are four vehicles we protected with paint protection film at our Madison Heights shop.

What PPF coverage should I choose?

Most people start with the front end, meaning the bumper, hood, fenders, mirrors and headlights, because that is where road debris hits first, then add rocker panels and lower doors or move to full-vehicle coverage. We scope the exact panels for your vehicle when we quote.

We also install satin and matte film for vehicles with matte paint or a matte look. For a daily commute on I-696 and M-53, the front end is the usual first step, and you can add rocker panels and lower doors or move to full-vehicle coverage later.

How is PPF installed, and how long does it take?

A typical install takes 1 to 3 days, depending on the coverage level, how much paint correction your vehicle needs, and its size and complexity. Every install runs from an assessment and any paint correction through pattern cutting, installation and a 24-hour cure, and our paint protection film guide for Michigan drivers lists each step.

What warranty comes with paint protection film at Elite Auto Lab?

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.

It is limited, so it 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. Our guide lists every term.

Should I get PPF, a ceramic coating or both?

They do different jobs. PPF is a physical layer that absorbs chips and scratches, while a ceramic coating adds gloss and makes paint easier to wash but does not stop physical damage, and many customers add both. A coating can go over the film for extra gloss, and our ceramic coating page for Warren covers that side.

How do I compare PPF quotes?

Compare quotes on the same six lines: 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, and the guide explains each line.

How much does PPF cost in Warren?

It depends on how much of the vehicle you cover, the film you choose, your vehicle's size and body complexity, and whether the paint needs correction first. The quickest way to an exact number is a free quote with your year, make and model.

Request a free quote or call (248) 881-8204. If you would like to spread the cost, our financing page explains how payment plans work.

Which other cities near Warren do you serve for PPF?

We also install PPF for drivers in the cities around Warren, including Sterling Heights, which borders it to the north, and Detroit, which borders it to the south, and in Madison Heights, where our shop is.

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Does Elite Auto Lab offer other services near Warren?

Yes. Besides paint protection film, Elite Auto Lab offers window tint, ceramic coating, auto detailing and vinyl wrap at the same Madison Heights shop, and each has its own page for Warren drivers.

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How do I get a PPF quote near Warren?

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. Our paint protection film page has more on the service.