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BACKGROUND

Based in Orange, California, Budget Blinds, Inc. was founded in 1992 and currently boasts more than 850 franchise territories serving nearly 2,000 cities in 48 states. As consumer demand for its quality, convenient services continues to grow, Budget Blinds is on its way to dominating the multi-billion dollar window covering market.  In the past four years, the company has more than doubled its size in terms of number of franchisees, franchisee sales and franchise equity, and Entrepreneur Magazine has ranked Budget Blinds first in its category consistently over the past decade, and the company was named to the Inc. 500 list in 2004. 

WHAT IS BUDGET BLINDS?

Budget Blinds is a custom window coverings franchise company that offers consumers the convenience of shopping at home for window coverings and other home décor accessories. 

WHY IS BUDGET BLINDS UNIQUE?

Budget Blinds is unique because it offers homeowners the variety of a home center with the convenience of free in home consultation, “Expert Fit” measuring, professional installation and in many cases, manufacturer warranties.

MISSION STATEMENT

To Create The Most Efficient and Profitable National Distribution Channel Specializing in Home Improvement Products While Setting the Standard for Franchisee-Franchisor Relationships

FAQ

Q.	When did the company begin operation?
A.	1992
Q.	When did the company begin granting franchises?
A.	1994
Q.	What are Budget Blinds system wide sales?
A.	2004 - $150 million 2005 - $200 million (projected) 2006 - $250 million (projected)
Q.	How many franchises are in the system?
A.	As of July 31, 889.
Q.	Where are your franchises located?
A.	Budget Blinds has franchises in 48 states*, Iceland and Canada. * We are looking to license our first franchises in Alaska and Vermont!
Q.	What are some accolades Budget Blinds has received?
A.	Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 (#1 in category) 101 Homebased Businesses Best of the Best Fastest Growing Franchises Top Global Franchises Inc. 500 Ranked 409 in 2005.
Q.	Are there any franchises outside the US?
A.	Yes.   Franchises in Iceland opened in 2004 and our franchises in Canada will open in Fall 2005.
Q.	Can Budget Blinds cover odd-shaped windows such as arches, circles, angles, custom designed windows?
A.	Yes, we can.  We have products to cover just about any window you can imagine!  Read more about how we can help homeowners cover odd shaped windows here.
Q.	Can Budget Blinds cover windows on doors?
A.	Yes, we can.  Windows on doors can be challenging.  We can offer homeowners a variety of solutions to enhance privacy. Read more about how to cover windows on doors here.
Q.	Does Budget Blinds offer Window Film?
A.	Yes, we do.  Budget Blinds does sell window film by 3M. It is sometimes called window tint, but “window film” is the proper terminology. Read more about the benefits and uses for window film by visiting our product page.
A.	Can Budget Blinds help me decorate a room?
Q.	Yes, we can!   We’ve recently added some products and vendors so that the consumer can literally accessorize a room in one in-home consultation! Budget Blinds offers: Pillows Bedding Area Rugs from Shaw Living by Kathy Ireland Home Room murals by Surround Décor
Q.	Where is Budget Blinds Corporate located?
A.	Orange, California, USA
Q.	What services does Budget Blinds offer?
A.	The following services are available at most Budget Blinds across the United States: Free In Home Consultations and Estimates Expert Fit Measuring Professional Installation Repair

FOUNDERS

Chad Hallock
Todd Jackson
Dave Lewis
Tony Forbes
Brent Hallock

PRODUCTS & MANUFACTURERS

Budget Blinds offers a wide variety of in demand and unique window treatments such as blinds, shutters, cellular shades, roller shades, draperies, curtains, Learn more about our products by clicking on the product.

Well known manufacturers such as Hunter Douglas, Kathy Ireland Home by Alta

In 2005, Budget Blinds expanded its product offerings by offering area rugs by Shaw Living by Kathy Ireland Home.  

Budget Blinds recently added Surround Décor to its roster of vendors!

SAFETY TIPS

Budget Blinds recommends that homeowners, particularly those with small children, enhance the safety of their homes by replacing window blinds, corded shades and draperies manufactured before 2001 with today's safer products. 

Cordless and Motorized window treatments are available through Budget Blinds franchises.

LEGAL

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Questions

Can’t find the answer to your question here, just contact Suzi Carragher suzi@budgetblinds.com or Phil Mettra phil@budgetblinds.com or call at 714-637-2100.