5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Window Treatment Installer
Not all window treatments—and not all installers—are created equal. Whether you’re upgrading to plantation shutters, roller shades, or blinds, the right installer can make all the difference in how your investment looks and lasts.
Before you sign off on any project, here are five smart questions to ask your window treatment installer. The answers will tell you everything you need to know about their expertise, professionalism, and whether they’re the right fit for your home.
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1. Do You Offer Custom Measurements and Fitting?
This should be a non-negotiable. Your windows are unique, and your treatments should be, too. A professional installer should offer custom window treatments that are measured and built specifically for your space. Off-the-shelf options might be cheaper up front, but they rarely fit right and often look unfinished.
Ask how the installer ensures a precision fit, and if they handle the measuring and installation themselves or outsource it.
2. What Types of Window Treatments Do You Install Most Often?
Every installer has a specialty. Some focus on interior shutters, others on blinds and shades, or even motorized window coverings. Make sure they have experience with the type of product you want, not just installing it, but helping you choose the right style, finish, and material for your home.
If you’re not sure what you want, a well-rounded pro will be able to guide you through options that suit your space, lifestyle, and budget.
3. Do You Provide a Free In-Home Design Consultation?
Choosing the right window treatments isn’t something you should do under showroom lighting. The best installers offer free in-home consultations, so you can see samples in your actual space. This makes it easier to match your treatments to your paint, flooring, furniture, and natural light.
It also gives the installer a chance to spot any challenges ahead of time, from tricky window shapes to sunlight direction.
4. What Happens If I Have a Problem After Installation?
Even the best products and installers can run into hiccups. Maybe a shutter sticks. Maybe a blind needs an adjustment months later. Ask what kind of follow-up service they provide. Will they send someone out? Is there a service fee? A reliable installer won’t vanish after the install, they’ll be your go-to resource long after the last screw is in place.
Peace of mind matters just as much as the finished look.
5. What Kind of Warranty Do You Offer?
The best window treatments are built to last, and the same should go for the installation. Ask about product warranties as well as workmanship guarantees. A reputable installer should be confident enough in their quality to back it up in writing.
You’re making an investment in your home, and it should come with the kind of protection that ensures you won’t be replacing your treatments in just a few years.
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