Budget Blinds of Marion

Marion and Hiawatha keep adding new neighborhoods, and a lot of young families are moving in. The first window question we hear there is usually about a sliding patio door. The second is about a nursery that needs to get dark for a one o'clock nap. Many of those rooms face the backyard and pick up strong morning or evening sun. Vertical cellular shades and cordless room-darkening shades handle both without a single cord hanging down.

Cedar Rapids and Mount Vernon have a different kind of house. Think of the foursquares around Redmond Park or the older homes up the hill near Cornell College. Windows there are tall and sometimes oddly sized. In January you can feel the cold slide right off the glass. Cellular shades add an insulating layer at the window and help those rooms feel warmer.

We also meet plenty of people who just put in new windows. It's a smart time to rethink what covers them, but timing matters. New glass can change how warm or bright a room feels, so we look at each one fresh. Our post on when to measure for blinds after new windows in Cedar Rapids explains when to call us.

Want to see products in person first? Our Lisbon showroom is a short drive from Mount Vernon and Marion. Or our designer can bring samples to your kitchen table anywhere in our Linn County service area. Learn more about our family and how our Marion team works before you decide.

Either way, we keep things simple. We measure every window ourselves and our installers are our own people. Book your free in-home consultation and let's get your Linn County home looking the way you want.

Do you serve Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha?

Both are part of our area. Our main area covers Cedar Rapids and Marion along with Hiawatha and Robins, plus Palo to the northwest. Toward the east we reach Mount Vernon and Lisbon, and we also go south to Ely and northeast to Anamosa.

What are the most common window issues in Marion and Cedar Rapids homes?

In newer Marion and Hiawatha neighborhoods it's patio doors and nurseries that need to get dark. Older homes in Cedar Rapids and Mount Vernon have tall or odd-size windows that let in January drafts. We also help a lot of folks who just got new windows and want coverings to match.

Where can I see blinds in person near Marion?

Come to our showroom in Lisbon. Most people still start at home, since our free consultation brings samples right to your Marion or Cedar Rapids living room. The showroom is handy if you'd like to look around first.

What will a designer do at my free Cedar Rapids consultation?

A designer spends 1 to 2 hours in your home with samples and a tape measure. Every window gets measured, including that odd-size one in the dining room of an older Cedar Rapids house. Before we go you'll have a quote in hand, and there's no charge for the visit.

Can I test room-darkening samples in a Hiawatha nursery?

Sure. Test a room-darkening fabric in the actual nursery at nap time and you'll know if it gets dark enough. We also bring swatches for patio doors and living rooms, so you can compare them next to your Hiawatha paint colors.

How long until my blinds are installed in Marion?

Expect 4 to 6 weeks for most custom orders, counted from the final measure. We'll set expectations when we measure and check in while the order is being made. If a new baby is due in spring, call us by winter so the nursery shades go up in time.

Do you install blinds and haul away the old ones?

We do, with our own installers. They pack up the old blinds and take them away, even the cracked vinyl ones from an older Marion ranch. Then they check that every shade runs right before they leave.

How does your warranty work for Linn County customers?

Most of our products are backed by our No-Questions-Asked Warranty, and our Lisbon team can explain the details at your home or the showroom. If a shade in your Marion home stops working the way it should, give us a call and we'll talk through what's going on and work with you on the right fix.

Do motorized shades work for a Marion patio door or nursery?

A remote runs them, and you can put many on a schedule so the nursery goes dark right at nap time. Some also tie into home automation. Little hands can't grab a cord that isn't there, so motorized or cordless is our go-to for Marion homes with kids or pets.

Do you offer payment plans for blinds in Cedar Rapids?

Flexible payment options are available for Cedar Rapids-area homes, and so is financing.* Bring it up during your free in-home consultation or at the Lisbon showroom. We'll go over it with your quote so you know your choices up front.

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