Why Budget Blinds of San Leandro and South Hayward

Michael Taylor is pleased to serve the Budget Blinds of San Leandro & South Hayward team as President, Installer, and Repair Tech! Michael is an 82nd Airborne veteran and is honored to serve his country. While serving, he trained to become a surgical technician and enjoyed working in the surgical field for over 35 years. These skills have taught him to work well with his hands, think strategically, and take pride in his work. When he isn't working, Michael loves to ride his 2014 Street Glide Special Harley Davidson, do carpentry work, garden, and making darn good Strawberry Rhubarb pies!

Lea Taylor is proud to lead the Budget Blinds of San Leandro & South Hayward team as both Owner and Design Consultant. With a passion for design and a heart for service, Lea is dedicated to making every client feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. She’s known for creating an experience that’s not only fun and easy but also informative and personalized.

Lea finds true joy in helping her customers bring their vision to life and takes pride in designing window treatment solutions that are both beautiful and functional.

A proud graduate of Merritt College, Lea earned her associate’s degree in business with top honors and brings that knowledge and expertise into her work every day. A San Leandro native, she attended Washington Elementary School and, after living throughout the Bay Area, returned to her hometown where she now owns a business and a home.

Lea lives in San Leandro with her husband, Michael, and their beloved dog, Buddy. When she’s not in the office or working with clients, you can find her walking Buddy through the neighborhood, admiring the beautiful homes around her. She also loves spending time in her garden, growing tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, and other vegetables to inspire new recipes.

Lea is honored to serve the community she loves and looks forward to helping you create a home you’ll love even more.

Abbie has recently developed a passion for interior design and architecture. She seeks to bridge her project management experience in healthcare with everyday living, focusing on creating comfortable, practical, and sustainable homes. As the Showroom Attendant and Receptionist at Budget Blinds, she enjoys welcoming customers and helping them explore and select from different window covering types that make their spaces both functional and inviting. When not at work, she enjoys outdoor hikes and walks, home improvement projects, and preparing home-cooked meals for her family.

Ryan is a skilled window covering installer with a strong background in construction and delivery services, bringing both technical expertise and reliability to every project. Based in San Leandro, he takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer service. Ryan is a God-fearing Christian who values integrity, hard work, and helping others. Known for his friendly attitude and willingness to go the extra mile, he builds lasting relationships with clients through trust and care. Outside of work, Ryan enjoys gardening, staying active through exercise, and spending meaningful time with his fiancée.

Meet Buddy, our newly appointed Head of Security and Chief Morale Officer, freshly adopted from the Oakland SPCA! Since joining the team in early December, Buddy’s daily routine has included warmly greeting showroom customers with his wagging tail and spreading joy and laughter among our staff. Though he may occasionally take a few extra breaks for those 'essential' outdoor walks and 'patrol' duties, his positive impact on the team is undeniable. Given the exhausting demands of his role, Buddy sometimes deems it necessary to indulge in a power nap at work. If you happen to see Buddy snoozing during office hours, rest assured he’s just recharging his 'cuteness batteries' to continue boosting morale and maintaining tight security. We are thrilled to have Buddy on the team: Head of Security, Morale Booster, and Professional Napper Extraordinaire!