Having a bad experience with a vehicle wrap installer is a nightmare you’ll want to avoid. As certified installers of vinyl car wraps in the Philadelphia and Tri-State area, we hope this quick guide will help you find the quality vehicle wrapping service you’re looking for.

Car wraps are no exception to the golden rule, you get what you pay for. Many first-time wrappers start by asking “how much does it cost to wrap my car?” If you’re offered a cheap quote, you’ll get a cheap solution and the headache that comes with it—bubbles, folding, and uneven cutting. The thing is, car wraps drastically vary in price, from anywhere between $500 to $5,000+ depending on the size of the wrap, custom design and print requirements, and materials used. You won’t know until you get your quote. Your main concern should be, are you getting the most value for the cost of your vinyl car wrap?

If you want a long-lasting, quality vinyl wrap solution for your car or company fleet, here’s what you need ask installers before getting your vehicle wrap applied:

1. Does the installer have a portfolio of their vinyl car wraps?

Just about any vinyl installation company will tout their vinyl wrap services, but can they prove it? The vehicle wrap company you choose should have examples of the type of vinyl wrap project you’re looking for, be it an individual vehicle wrap or entire company fleet. This should also give you a good idea of their design and printing quality.

2. Do they have experienced in-house designers?

The vinyl installer’s portfolio should give you some idea of the quality of designs they produce, but does the company actually create the design themselves, or do they outsource the service? Working with a company that does everything in-house makes the design and customer approval process that much smoother and should save on your vinyl car wrap costs.

3. What materials do they use?

Ask the installer for details about what brand and quality of material will be use to wrap your car and make sure they use both vinyl and laminate, otherwise your wrap won’t last long. Some of the top vinyl brands for car wraps include 3M, Avery, and Orafol. We highly recommend the 3M vinyl products for their outstanding durability and great manufacturer’s warranty. With proper care you can expect your vehicle wrap to last 5-10 years.

4. Are they certified for vinyl installation?

If they’re not certified, stay away! Serious vinyl wrap installers get certified by the brand whose materials they use. If your installer uses 3M brand vinyl, they should be 3M certified, which requires installers to attend training sessions held by 3M in person. Certifications will prove that your installer is efficient in best installation practices, technical skills, and car wrap knowledge.

5. What warranties do they offer?

To ensure your investment, check for what guarantees and warranties are offered by the vinyl wrap installer. If the installer is using 3M vinyl, they should also be using 3M ink and laminate to maintain the manufacturer’s warranty. A certified installer should guarantee a flawless installation and be able to pass the benefits of the manufacturer’s warranty on to you.

High-Quality Vinyl Car Wraps in PA & Tri-State Area

If you’re looking around the Philadelphia/Tri-State area for a vinyl wrap installer, KC Sign & Awnings has your car covered. We are a 3M certified installer that uses top-of-the-line 3M vinyl and laminate kits. Check out our vinyl wrap gallery for a small sample of our capabilities, from single contractor utility vehicles to large company fleets.

When you start your project with us, here’s what you’ll get:

• A dedicated wrap designer to help create the look you want
• Printed design examples along with your quote for approval
• Professionally installed 3M vinyl car wraps in our dedicated climate controlled room – no bubbles, no folds, just a flawless finish

Whether you’re looking for a great advertising solution, fleet branding, or unique styling for your car, KC Sign & Awnings is ready to make your vision a reality and help your company’s vehicles stick out from the crowd.

Ready to get started or have questions? Let’s talk about your next vinyl wrap project.