From start to finish Roger the owner was exceptional to work with, as was his office staff. His…read moreinstaller was polite, kind, very courteous and ensured he was attentive to his surroundings in my house. Roger went thru my home with my wife and I and ensured he provided a proposal for what we needed, not what he wanted to sell me. Pricing was also very reasonable. I highly recommend Roger and his Team!

Great customer service! Fast and professional with lovely results. We did not have to wait a long…read moretime for delivery and installation.

What an easy process! From initial call to installation, the Budget Blinds of Stafford team was…read morephenomenal, friendly, and efficient!! It's made such a difference and I'm so happy with the shutters!! :) Their no-questions asked replacement policy is also a huge bonus!!

As soon as you meet Roger you will know that you called the right company. They have great service…read more quality and pricing !

I bought my honeycomb shades several years ago from Snyder's Shades. They needed adjustments as…read morethey had become uneven when closed. My husband and I tried to fix one and just made it worse. I reached out to Snyder's Shades and Craig Simon came over today and spent about 45 minutes giving all 8 shades adjustments until they all aligned and worked perfectly - and DID NOT CHARGE ME ANYTHING. That is service and standing behind your products!

In March, I posted a review of Craig's repair service, which was excellent. We were impressed…read moreenough with him to order replacement Hunter-Douglas blinds for a bedroom. They were fairly priced and came within the delivery time promised. Recently, blinds in the other bedroom had a problem with a drawstring. We notified Craig and he was over the next day to fix that one. Our experiences with him have been great.

Excellent service and affordable price! Philip hung a 75 pound giant wall chessboard. I was…read moreimpressed with the results. He made sure it was balanced and placed at the perfect height. The big chessboard required metal brackets. Philip ensured that the piece was attached to the wall securely. Overall, very professional. I will definitely hire him in the future. He is also very friendly.

Responded very quickly and offered to come the same day, on a Saturday, no less, so we appreciated…read morethat. We needed curtains hung. I had started the job myself but got an anchor screw stuck and figured I should have a pro step in so I didn't wreck my new walls. All the supplies were here, placed where they needed to be, holes were measured and marked for custom made rods and drapes. He charges by the hour and moves very, very slow. He didn't have his own step ladder or anchor screws. In the first hour, he managed to put in 3 screws in holes that had already been marked. He claimed he "needed to remeasure" and that's why it took so long, but he used the holes that I had already marked. He also said it was too hard to do with custom cut rods. He also said it wasn't his fault because I had an anchor screw stuck in the wall already, which was the whole reason I hired him. This is what pros do: they come prepared, know the required materials and techniques, and advise the customer on the best way to proceed. I knew we needed to cut it off when he asked me how to use an anchor screw. He didn't know if you needed to pre-drill or not for a very basic and common anchor. I cannot imagine a professional handyman not knowing that. He used a level to stare at the pre-marked holes for what seemed like an eternity, just eating up time. 3 screws = $200. Seems like a nice enough man, but handyman may not be the profession for him, and that's giving him the benefit of the doubt that he wasn't just trying to take advantage of someone he assumed was too naive too know how long the job should take. He became very defensive, making excuses when I said we'd need to end the job at one hour. Im sure judging by other less than 5 star reviews here (that I really wish I'd have taken the time to read) he will post a very defensive response here as well. Please just don't take a job you don't have the required expertise to complete, and I don't want to hear defensive excuses when I'm still out $200 for almost no work completed.

I was impressed by the owner, John, and his mature work ethic. He not only knows a lot about all…read morekinds of window treatments, but he really works to make sure everything is just right.( I didn't know you can have blinds motorized, or controlled with an app!) He is very professional... always shows up on time for every appointment and treats our home with care. He's not happy until you're happy. Definitely recommend!

From the owner: Made in the Shade of Northern Virginia is your neighborhood window covering dealer offering a wide…read morerange of premier window coverings. The Made in the Shade of Northern Virginia owners, John and Dana Briggs, have been happily married for almost 25 years, and residents of Prince William County for all those years. John was born and raised in Northern Virginia, while Dana hails from the Garden State of New Jersey. Between us, we have over 70 years of living and working in Northern Virginia. We have two outstanding grown children, and we now reap the benefits of two productive and responsible adult children and five adored grandchildren. After a rewarding 35-year career in telecommunications, John decided to retire and start a business that would permit him greater flexibility and time to build a business, and investment in community. He began searching for an opportunity to change course, but it had to be a perfect fit. That is when he came across Made in the Shade and the journey began. We really enjoy solving our client's issues with privacy and lighting while delivering exquisite window décor. At Made in the Shade of Northern Virginia, we offer some of the finest window coverings in the industry. Our favorite vendors include Norman, Graber, Alta, Horizons, Insolroll, Rainier, and Tableaux. We meet with all our clients in the convenience and comfort of their home. What better way to exhibit the many fabulous products that we sell?...

I needed new windows and new sliding glass doors. The previous owners of our appartment had put in…read morethe cheapest possible units with the cheapest possible labor. With regards to the heating of our home, the windows were no better than screens. I reached out, looking for windows and installers. I had a few people come in and estimate the job. None of them impressed me until Greg from Windows on Washington came over. He walked me through several options and explained how the windows they used were manufactured and why. Windows on Washington got the job. My windows and my doors were being manufactured. So they sent out a wonderful gentleman to get the final accurate measurements. Great guy. After that, communication was wonderful as were were assessed of the stage we were in. This included when we got the email and calls explaining that, since we were on a higher floor, they needed to bring in some equipment to lift the new doors up to our balcony. No surprises. Installation day was amazing as Joon and his team came in, got everything into place, and cleaned up the areas to better than when they got here. Joon then went over the features on our windows and even explained how we get to and clean the outsides of the glass. Wonderful man and amazing team. Since then, we have gotten copies of our warranty and the guarantees. And the company has reached out twice to ask if we have any questions and to ensure that we are happy with our windows. We are. We are very happy with our windows. Almost as happy as we are with the people who got them into our home.

I had a sliding glass door installed, which enclosed my balcony. Joon and his team were excellent…read more I had the pleasure of having them in my home twice. Joon was very professional and courteous. They were able to frame out the installation before running into a Snafu. Dave & Becky handled the snafu quickly which was very much appreciated and they were able to get the project back on track. I'm very Happy with the beautiful work. Thank You!

Yep, another five star review for American Windows…read more We received three estimates for replacing three windows, a French door and a picture window. American Window undercut the estimates of the other two vendors by a substantial margin. We also really liked they only asked for a modest down payment. Jay was our sales contact at American Windows and he was absolutely great. He has an engaging personality, and kept all his commitments to us. We appreciated that when installation day came, he swung by to ensure all was going well. Oh, how did the installation go? It was fantastic. Not only did the windows and door come earlier than promised, the American Windows crew came on time and worked quickly and professionally. We were amazed that the whole job only took 4 1/2 hours to complete. The windows and door materials are high quality and we are very satisfied with the results.

After a frustrating, high-pressure sales pitch from another company, we turned to Reddit and saw…read moreincredible reviews for American Windows and Siding. We decided to drive an hour out to their showroom without calling first. Even though they weren't open yet and are by-appointment-only, Phil greeted us without hesitation.It turned out they couldn't take on our small window sill repair since they didn't install the original window, but Phil helped us anyway! He gave us repair ideas, explained potential causes, pointed us toward the right tools, and gave us contacts who could help. To top it off, his cuddly dog Wilson kept us company, and Phil even recommended a local spot for lunch since he knew we had a long drive. We are completely speechless at his kindness and support, despite not even being paying customers. Based on this first impression, we would work with Phil any day. The world needs more people like him!

These guys are very unprofessional and will not deliver your blinds for months if at all. PLEASE…read moreDO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND DO NOT USE THEM. Its been over a month and I am still waiting for my blinds. They proudly say there is no guarantee on timeline. DO NOT USE THEM THEY WILL HARASS YOU TO NO END.!!!

You can't just drive up to the Budget Blinds address and expect to look at blinds. Their address is…read morethe business address, not a showroom. Budget Blinds sends a rep to your house to show you samples and measure your windows, therefore, they don't need a storefront. It makes sense anyway because you need to see the colors of sample blinds/shades against your walls and trim. You think your trim is white? Maybe not. Hold up a sample of white shades and you can see you might be way off! The fiance and I used Budget Blinds a year ago to cover all our bare windows in our new house. Wayne, the owner came over and went over all sorts of options. We used roman blinds on our patio doors, honeycomb shades in our sunroom, shutters in a few rooms, then wood blinds throughout the rest of the house. That may seem like a lot of different styles, but they really fit each individual room and we've been super happy with our choices a year later. We had another lady come by first when we were looking at blinds and she suggested we get all the same blinds throughout the house so it would look uniform from the outside. Wayne was great because he pointed out that you're in your house 95% of the time you're looking at your blinds...so get what you want and don't worry about what they look like from the street! One of the things with the houses out here in Loudoun County, is that so many have these 2nd story windows in the front foyer of the house. And you can't reach that window. Ever. That means any peeper, neighbor, or random solicitor walking up to your house can get a full view if you want to streak across your upstairs hallway in the nude. The fiance and I disagreed a year ago if a covering was needed for that window. I, of course, wanted a blind on that window. He argued there aren't any peepers in the neighborhood. Well, after continuing to be creeped out for a year leaving the window bare, I called Budget Blinds again. Wayne came by and suggested I get a motorized blind for the peeper window. That way we could raise and lower the blind with a remote control. The blinds should arrive in a few weeks, and I'll feel so much more comfortable that strangers on the street won't get a full view into the 2nd story hallway of our house. Give Budget Blinds a try if you need window treatments. They aren't the cheapest, they aren't the most expensive, but a good middle ground with plenty of expertise where you see a full spectrum of choices. You get what you pay for, so if you want the cheapest, be prepared for what you get. --see my review on Blind and Shutter Solutions for a good example of what the cheapest brings you. I recommend Budget Blinds for anyone looking for quality blinds and great service!

Absolutely amazing veteran owned company!!! First of all the customer service is wonderful! The…read moreowner Steve, came out within days of the initial contact for a consultation, provided a competitive quote and was extremely responsive throughout the entire process! Took about 3 weeks for the custom order to come in and within a few days he was here installing. The quality of the product is amazing - definitely not cheap looking-- and the install was professional and thorough! I'm already thinking about other windows in the house that need window treatments and will 100% only contact this company!

Southern Maryland Custom Blinds exceeded our expectations with their exceptional customer service…read moreand outstanding value. From the moment I contacted them, Steve was incredibly helpful and attentive, guiding us through the process with professionalism and a genuine desire to meet our needs. His product knowledge and attention to detail was evident in every step of the process, from the initial consultation to the final installation. Not only did he provide expert advice on selecting the perfect blind for our troublesome areas, but he also ensured that the installation was seamless and hassle-free. What truly sets Southern Maryland Custom Blinds apart is their commitment to providing exceptional value. Despite the high-quality products and personalized service he offers, their prices are competitive and fair. We always try to support our local businesses especially those who are veteran owned and independently operated. Steve at Southern Maryland Custom Blinds fits the mold and did not disappoint. Thanks to Southern Maryland Custom Blinds, our home feels transformed with beautiful, functional window treatments that perfectly complement our decor. I couldn't be happier with my experience and would highly recommend them to anyone in search of top-notch blinds and stellar customer service.

Linda is AWESOME. We received a referral to Linda from our neighbor who had just engaged her to…read moreselect colors for their house. We hired Linda in similar fashion. Let me describe the services provided and why it was awesome. We were in the midst of redecorating and had several rooms that we were planning to repaint. Linda had a fixed price for a set number of rooms that we thought was very reasonable to begin with. We were really expecting her to stop by, take a look at our house, understand our needs and provide recommendations. But, oh...she did so much more. Linda spent 7 hours with us! For each space that we consulted her on, she asked us to describe usage, provided recommendations, then held up color swatches on the walls so we could see what the color would look like in bright light and shadows and further gave us decor tips. We did not just pick colors, we felt confident in our choices. As I think back to our initial experience when we moved in, we liked a lot of color and picked some bold colors throughout pretty randomly. Unfortunately, less than 4 years later we are re-painting so many areas because the color seems overbearing or did not really work. If we had used Linda's services right at the start, we wouldn't be repainting so soon so we would have saved money! In the end, we have picked shades of a similar color but as Linda explained, there is a rhythm to this, as you move from active areas to areas where light fades and gets bright, you see a consistency and can also change moods somewhat. Again, YMMV, but all-in-all, I don't think anyone will be dissatisfied with Linda...she goes out of her way to please...she need not have spent 7 hours with us and we think that the decor tips she provided are strong. Her work ethic and enthusiasm was excellent...we almost could not keep up with her even after 7 hours. 10/10 for her service and enthusiasm.

Linda os a great professional and does quality control. She takes great pride in what she does and…read moreshe respects your decisions. Communication is excellent and she will work through issues with the client to a mutuel satisfaction. She helped us with color scheme and window treatments and I could not be happier.