Budget Blinds of Iowa City

Drive north out of Iowa City toward Solon and the houses start to spread out. Acreage homes sit on open land with wide windows on almost every side. There's no neighbor to block the view, and no tree line to block the sun either. A west-facing great room can get very warm by late afternoon in July. Solar shades or light-filtering cellular shades keep the fields in view and take the heat down a notch. Out near Lake Macbride, a few homes get extra light off the water too.

Back in town, the older neighborhoods near downtown have their own puzzle. Houses in Goosetown and on the Northside often have tall, narrow windows with deep wood trim. Off-the-shelf blinds almost never fit them. Our designer measures every one, and we order a covering made to match. That keeps the fit neat and the side gaps small. Some of these homes still have their old wavy glass, and we treat that glass and trim with care.

North Liberty, Tiffin and Coralville keep adding townhomes and new houses. Most come with big windows and trees that are still saplings. That means bright bedrooms early in the morning and living rooms that feel on display after dark. Our post on townhome window sizes around Iowa City covers what to expect before you shop.

Every part of Johnson County gets the same care from us. We listen first and explain each option in plain terms. Curious about the people behind the work? Get to know the Sill family and our Iowa City team first. Then schedule your free in-home consultation and we'll bring the samples to your door.

Which towns near Iowa City do you serve?

In Johnson County we serve Iowa City and Coralville along with North Liberty and Tiffin, plus Solon. South and west of town we also reach Hills and Lone Tree, plus Oxford and Riverside. To the east, West Branch and Tipton are on our list too.

What makes Iowa City windows tricky to cover?

Near downtown, older homes have tall and narrow windows that store-bought blinds just don't fit. Newer homes in North Liberty, Tiffin and Coralville have big windows and young trees that give almost no shade. For both, we often suggest custom cellular shades cut to the exact opening.

Does the consultation happen at my Iowa City house?

It does, because we come to your house. That could be a Solon farmhouse or an upstairs bedroom in a Longfellow foursquare. You'll pick fabrics right next to your own trim and floors, which matters a lot with old oak woodwork.

How long is a free consultation in Iowa City, and what happens?

The visit is free and runs 1 to 2 hours. We bring samples and measure every window, even that small one over the stairs in so many older Iowa City homes. You get your quote during the visit, right there at your kitchen table.

Can I see shade samples in my Coralville home before I decide?

Sure thing. We bring real fabrics plus working samples you can raise and lower yourself. Try one in a Coralville bedroom at six on a June morning, when there's no tree yet to stop the sun.

How soon can I have custom shades in my Iowa City home?

It's usually 4 to 6 weeks from measure to install, since your order is built to your window sizes. You'll get a timeline when we measure and updates as it moves. If you want new shades before a fall Hawkeye weekend fills the guest room, book your visit by late July.

Who installs the blinds, and what happens to my old ones?

Our own installers handle it from start to finish. The old blinds come down and leave with us, so there's no pile left in your North Liberty garage. We test every shade before heading out.

Do your blinds and shades come with a warranty?

Most of our products are backed by our No-Questions-Asked Warranty, which we'll explain at your Iowa City consultation. Got a problem down the road? Give us a call from Coralville or Solon, and we'll talk through what's going on and work with you on the right fix.

Do motorized shades make sense on a Solon acreage with big windows?

A remote can handle a whole wall of glass, and a schedule can close the west windows before the late-day heat. Many can link to home automation too. Since there's nothing to pull, they rank with cordless shades as our go-to choices around little ones and pets.

Is there financing for window coverings in Johnson County?

Johnson County homeowners can pick from flexible payment options, and we offer financing too.* Bring it up at your free in-home consultation. Once your quote is ready, we'll lay out the choices so you can pick what fits your plans.

*Financing options may vary by location and are subject to credit approval.