If you purchase ready-made window treatments, you'll have to install them yourself. But if you use a Hunter Douglas window-treatment specialist, she'll install your custom blinds, shades, drapery or shutters for you, saving you time and guaranteeing that the newest additions to your home are properly mounted.
Hunter Douglas recommends using a window covering professional to measure and install your window shades and blinds for proper fit and function. Most authorized Hunter Douglas dealers will include this service when purchasing a new product.
Installing blinds is pretty simple and only requires a drill and a couple of drill bits. It takes about 7-10 minutes and anyone can do it. Watch this quick video to see how it's done. I purchased my blinds from www.blindster.com but you can also purchase them at Home Depot or Lowe's or you can order them from.
Some blinds or shades are easy to install, while others can be tricky. We recommend hiring a pro for more complicated products.
Labor cost to install window blinds
A handyman charges $50 to $80 per hour on average or $30 to $80 per window to install blinds. To save money on labor fees, remove your old blinds or window treatments yourself before having a professional install the new blinds. A worker installing window blinds in a home.
It is cheaper to install your own blinds, yes – but only if you're capable of doing so without making any mistakes.
It costs between $20 and $36 per square foot for most blinds from Hunter Douglas. The exact cost does depend on the material used and the type of blind you want. You can find yourself spending about $300 on average for each window in the home.
The cost to install blinds or shades varies based on many factors. The Home Depot offers basic installation starting at $119 for up to 10 blinds, but also has custom options available starting at $250 per window.
$45 is the cost for a professional measurement to make sure your new blinds and/or shades will fit. The measurement fee will be credited back when you order your installation. Installation starts at $25 per blind and/or shade ($75 minimum required).
A Blind Fitter will Ensure Proper Installation. A professional fitter will have the necessary tools and expertise to properly install your blinds, ensuring that they are secure and functioning properly. This can save you time and frustration, and can also prevent any potential accidents or injuries.
But here's the good news: you can install blinds or shades on your own. And no, contrary to what you might hear at other stores, you don't need to have someone experienced do it for you. You don't even need experience yourself.
In short: bifold door blinds and conservatory blinds (collectively known as "no-drill" blinds) are the absolute easiest to install.
The time it takes to install blinds varies depending on the type and style. Fabric Roller, Vertical, Roman, and Venetian blinds typically take around 20-30 minutes per blind to install. Wooden and metal blinds, which are heavier and more complex, usually take between 30-40 minutes per blind.
Installing blinds and shades in your home can be an easy DIY project. Choose the type of window treatment you like, then decide if you prefer an inside mount or an outside mount setup. Both inside and outside mounted blinds and shades have mounting brackets included.
Can you really manufacture and ship custom window treatments in 3 days? Yes! We can manufacture and ship most blinds and shades within 3 business days but specialty items such as shutters, draperies and arches take longer to produce. Additionally, we have different shipping options.
DIY projects are time-consuming, especially if you need more than one window treatment. Professional window installers can install window coverings throughout your home with accuracy and efficiency, often in one appointment! Save time and trust the experts instead of trying to learn how to install blinds yourself.
While DIY blind installation can be a cost-effective option for simple window treatments, there are situations where hiring a professional is the better choice. Consider calling the experts if: You have limited experience with DIY projects or lack the necessary tools for installation.
Dangers & Legal Standards
Between 1990 and 2015, more than 16,000 children were injured. In light of this, industry-wide government regulations were passed. Corded blinds and shades are no longer available for sale in the United States.
They arrived, installed our blinds and cleaned everything up in less than an hour. We would definitely use them again. The home depot service provider was professional and knowledgeable. Very helpful- courteous and helped us understand the changes, if needed, of our existing windows blinds.
FAQ: Can You See Through Light Filtering Shades at Night? The privacy achieved from light filtering window treatments at night depends on the opacity of the material chosen. More transparent materials like sheers and many Solar Shades provide only a little privacy during the day and even less at night.
Their durability ensures that your investment pays off in the long run, requiring fewer replacements and saving you money. This makes Hunter Douglas products ideal for long-term homeowners looking for window treatments that will last. While they are more expensive, their worth will pay off in the long run.
Covered By A Lifetime Limited Warranty
Fabric delamination. Operational cords for a full 7 years from the date of purchase. Repairs and/or replacements will be made with like or similar parts or products. Hunter Douglas motorization components are covered for 5 years from the date of purchase.
At a later date in 2016, Hunter Douglas purchased a majority share in Blinds2Go which is by far the largest UK retailer of made-to-measure blinds. Following that, Hunter Douglas made a second acquisition of Hillarys Blinds in 2017.