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Budget Blinds of Gainesville

Window Treatments, Windows, Hurricane Shutters,

About us

Budget Blinds is North America's largest provider of shutters, blinds and shades. Budget Blinds of Gainesville opened in September of 2004 and is owned and operated by Bruce & Jody Dolsberry who have been Gainesville residents since 1996. Come visit our Showroom at 3201 SW 42nd Street Suite 4 Gainesville, FL 32608. Budget Blinds has been ranked #1 nationally since 1992 for custom window treatments. We are Gainesville's ONLY national franchise that features brand names at affordable prices. We offer North Florida's best prices for plantation shutters and blinds. Ask about our unconditional 5 year warranty! Additional Contact: Bruce Dolsberry

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Shutters, blinds, cellular shades, roman shades, draperies, woven woods.

Services we don't offer

Ask for details

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

40%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9188 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
6%
3
2%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-50 of 188 reviews

Mary A.
11/2016
2.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The owner arrived on time, measured my windows and offered me free installation. Seemed like a good enough deal. A few months after installation, I needed 2 blinds for my garage and went to Home Depot . . . the Home Depot blinds were very similar in quality and appearance to the blinds I purchased from Budget Blinds, but were 1/2 the price. Of course, we had to install the blinds ourselves, but that was very simple. My source of unhappiness, however, is that I was not pleased with the way one of the blinds (I purchased from Budget Blinds) fit the window. Even their installer agreed that the gaps on the sides were too wide and said that I should call the Owner, which I did. The Owner said that if I didn't like the fit, I'd have to pay for a new blind and wouldn't even agree to come out to look at it. He measured the window, not me. I wasn't pleased with his attitude and feel that he should have made an effort to make me happy especially since my total order was $1,000.00. Plus, now I get a chance to tell everyone that the Owner of Budget Blinds in Gainesville, Fl didn't care about customer service.
Description of Work: Purchase and Installation of Blinds for residence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
4.0

$1,000

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We are very sorry to hear that you were displeased with our service and that you had issues that were not resolved. The installer did not alert the owner/manager of a problem so that it could be properly addressed, as there is no documentation in your file. The installer was also not qualified to advise you that a window was mis-measured. That is not a good representation for our company and he has not worked for us for some time. If there is something that we can do to assist you presently, please do give a call and speak to Jody Dolsberry, co-owner.

Arthur W.
11/2016
5.0
replacement windows, window treatments
  + 0 more
Excellent. The owners were professional and the installers were friendly and efficient.
Description of Work: Blinds for all windows of new house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your business! We appreciate your positive feedback regarding your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville.

Donna B.
11/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
Ordering and installation went according to plan and time schedule. Work was complete and well done.
Description of Work: Replaced cellular shades on 7 large windows in sunroom. Bottom-up, top-down style

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for taking time to share your positive comments regarding the experience that you had with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We appreciate your business!

Elizabeth L.
11/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
Bruce helped me pick attractive, lasting, economical shades and blinds that have lasted for years. One had a problem a few years later and he replaced it without cost. I have called the company again for black-out shades for the door in my master bedroom. He matched the other shades beautifully.
Description of Work: I bought a foreclosed house that had not a single blind or shade. I needed the whole 3300 sq foot house fitted with same.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your business! We very much appreciate that you took the time to share the positive experience that you encountered with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We are so glad that you're pleased with your custom window coverings.

Tiffany S.
07/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The shutters are of great quality, clean and have exceeded our expectations. We are so happy that we purchased our shutters from Budget Blinds of Gainesville. They were prompt and professional regarding installation. Highly recommend using them for any window treatments and we will use them in the future if needed.
Description of Work: Plantation Shutters for windows in new home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your business! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects.

Cynthia W.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments, hurricane shutters
  + 0 more
It went very well. We have been always pleased. We have always gone to them and we have been happy with them. We would go back to them again. We thought it was reasonable at the time; that is why we went with it. I definitely give them an A. We have always been happy and we've been very happy with the product. They were quick, reasonable and the shutters work. In fact we may windup getting some more shutters eventually for our replacement windows that we have here in the back.
Description of Work: The last thing they did was put up shutters.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your continued business! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects as the need arises. Thank you!

Pamela R.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
We have used them a couple of times. The first time was 4-5 years ago. They are great and we have referred them. They are a nice company. I think they have done most of the rooms in this house over time.
Description of Work: They installed blinds.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your continued business! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects and we appreciate your referrals.

Cynthia W.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments, hurricane shutters
  + 0 more
It went very well. We have always been pleased. We have always gone to them and we have been happy with them. We would go back to them again. We thought their price was reasonable at the time. We have been very happy with the product. They were quick, reasonable and the shutters worked. We may end up getting more shutters for windows we have in the back.
Description of Work: They put up shutters.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your continued business! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects as the need arises. Thank you!

Tom H.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They were terrific. We had no difficulties or whatsoever.
Description of Work: We had shutters put in by Budget Blinds of Gainesville.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your business! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding the experience that you had with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We'll gladly assist with future projects should the need arise.

Tom H.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The job is great. Everything fits and has stood up for the past five years. Everything is great. Everything that was done was done well and in a timely manner.
Description of Work: We had some custom made accordion type shades put in by Budget Blinds of Gainesville.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects. We appreciate your business!

Kandace P.
06/2016
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
Desiree came to the house to measure the sliding glass door and discuss our needs for blinds. She was very knowledgeable and professional, and a good communicator. I was confident that the blinds we ordered would be just right. And they were. The blinds were ready ahead of time and installed perfectly in less than 30 minutes. A call to the owner regarding a question was handled in a friendly and professional manner. The name Budget Blinds may imply to some people a "lesser" quality or service but that is absolutely not the case. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Provided single cell shades for sliding glass door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your business! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments regarding your experience with our company on Angie's List. We look forward to assisting with future projects should the need arise. Thank you!

Claudette O.
03/2016
5.0
window treatments, home remodeling
  + 0 more
Each worker arrived on time and with plenty of notice. The work itself seemed to take less time than we expected. Prices were reasonable.
Description of Work: We have had nothing but excellent results with Budget Blinds ever since we moved here. They installed all the blinds after we moved in and later installed an inner blind between glass panels on one door, pull-down blinds in the kitchen and master bath and a room-darkening, pull-down shade.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your continued business! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experiences on Angie's List.

Pamela H.
11/2015
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
All of the materials are top quality. We can tell they will hold up well. The many options for window treatments were carefully explained during the first visit, and there was no pressure to make a choice we did not want to make. The Budget Blinds sales person was careful to explain the different installations that were available for our window sizes, locations, and trim. The installer was very professional, and he also demonstrated some details after installation. We are very pleased!
Description of Work: Installed plantation shutters in three windows; installed venetian blinds in two windows.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We greatly appreciate that you took the time to post and share the positive experience that you experienced with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We're glad that you're pleased with your custom window coverings and we thank you for your business!

Tim C.
11/2015
4.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They were really good with the communication like with the ordering process. They treated me good. They were okay.
Description of Work: They put blinds for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate that you took the time to share your positive thoughts relative to your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We strive to take excellent care of our customers and are glad to hear that you're pleased with our products and services. Thank you for your business!

Josh M.
11/2015
4.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They did a good job. We had a handle break on one of the blinds and it is just a cheap plastic part that I am sure they can replace. I called customer service and they just replaced it, but I don't see any reason why they wouldn't. My wife paid for them so I don't have any idea on the price. She usually does her research so they are probably good.
Description of Work: We used Budget Blinds of Gainesville for blinds. They took our measurements and installed them, and they look good.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
responsiveness
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive comments regarding the experience that you had with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We pride ourselves on taking great care of our clients and were also pleased to hear that you had no concern relative to a repair issue being addressed promptly. Thank you for your business!

Annette G.
11/2015
4.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They did a nice job. Two of the blinds that they put up fell off within a month. The quality of the work was good but two of that whatever that opens and closes the blinds fell off.
Description of Work: They replaced blinds in four of our bedrooms.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We appreciate your business and wanted to take a moment to address your comments. It appears from our records that you may be referring to a valance becoming dislodged rather than the blind itself falling off. Relative to the cord issue, the cords are made with a breakaway plastic piece, as it is a child safety feature that would keep a child from getting injured should they get caught in the cord. If you should have any future questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us and we'll be happy to assist you. Thank you for your business!

April P.
07/2015
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
We purchased and had new blinds installed from Budget Blinds of Gainesville. They came out to give us an estimate right away, took careful measurements, and had them ordered and installed within two weeks. They were professional, prompt, good communication, accurate estimate, and a good product. Very happy we spent the money to get good quality, light blocking blinds that should last a long time.
Description of Work: We had new custom blinds installed in 18 windows at our home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,847.58

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for sharing your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville on Angie's List. We appreciate you taking the time and are so pleased that you're happy with your custom window coverings. Thank you for your business!

SUSAN S.
04/2015
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The salesman/owner of the company came out and gave me a detailed quote after carefully measuring both windows. He made recommendations and listened to what I wanted. I chose to do only the bottom half of the windows and he agreed that it would like nice, instead of trying to up-sell me. He left me a written estimate, instead of me having to wait to receive it later. The company called to arrange the install. 2 workman showed up on time, got the job done quickly and efficiently. They left me touch up pain, asked if I was happy with the product, gave me easy how-to-use instructions and what to do if I had any problems or concerns. What I liked best about this experience was that the installers seemed extremely knowledgeable about the product and took pride in assembling the blinds. Steve said, "you're really going to love these blinds." They are going to look great." I highly recommend this company, I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: We got white plantation shutters installed in our master bedroom.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
We're so glad that you're pleased with your custom plantation shutters. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville on this site. We appreciate your business!

Elizabeth J.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They were fine. They were excellent. They do an excellent job. The price was reasonable.
Description of Work: They put up some blinds for me in a room in the house.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your positive comments regarding your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We appreciate you taking the time to comment to share your thoughts. We appreciate your business!

Susan S.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The work was very good. We were very pleased. They were very prompt, they came when they said they were going to be there, they explained everything, showed us the samples, made suggestions, and all the measuring was done appropriately. They did a very good job.
Description of Work: We had shades put up in most of the windows in our house, and we had a cornice put over the window in the living room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your positive comments regarding your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We appreciate you taking the time to post your review. Thank you for your business!

Charlotte W.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
The experience was wonderful. They came, they did, they put up, and they left. The quality of work was very good. I thought the prices were a little steep.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you to taking the time to share you comments regarding your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. Just to clarify, Budget Blinds is a national company and we service the Gainesville and surrounding cities in Florida. Thank you for your business!

len L.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They were great. They were very professional. They did a wonderful, excellent job. They really know what they are doing. The quality of their work is excellent. Their price was about a B, but we got good stuff.
Description of Work: We had the blinds redone in a great big room with a lot of windows in it. Budget Blinds custom some stuff for us. We have huge windows in there that needed treatments.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your positive feedback. We appreciate you sharing your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville on Angie's List. Thank you for your business!

Terry A.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They are very good. They are very trustworthy, and good at what they do. They are very accurate and helpful. They do a good job. The price was fair.
Description of Work: We used them for a set of blinds for one bedroom window. We had talked about it before he finished the first job, and then he came to do that one.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your positive comments. We appreciate the detailed feedback that you shared on Angie's List. We thank you for your business!

Barbara C.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They did a very good job, and we were very pleased with them. They were reasonably priced, they did a good job, they got it done within a reasonable amount of time, and I was just generally pleased with them.
Description of Work: We had blinds put in through out the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your positive feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to post your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. Thank you for your business!

Gerri M.
10/2014
5.0
window treatments
  + -1 more
They were great. Excellent. They were two thirds cheaper than anyone else that we called. What they charged for the whole front of the house, two other providers wanted to charge for the bay window in the living room. The service was great, and the workmanship was perfect. The price was good, and everything was clean. They went above and beyond. The wall wasn't straight, so they put something in, and you couldn't even tell.
Description of Work: They put plantation shutters up the whole front of the house. They also put wooden shades on the back of the house, and that was good as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Budget Blinds of Gainesville
Thank you for your descriptive comments regarding your experience with Budget Blinds of Gainesville. We appreciate your positive remarks and thank you for your business.

Contact information

3201 SW 42nd St Ste 4, Gainesville, FL 32608

http://www.budgetblinds.com/gainesville

Service hours

Monday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Window Treatments,
Windows,
Hurricane Shutters,
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Interior Design and Decorating,
General Remodeling

FAQ

Budget Blinds of Gainesville is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Budget Blinds of Gainesville accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Budget Blinds of Gainesville offers free project estimates.
Yes, Budget Blinds of Gainesville offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Budget Blinds of Gainesville does not offer a senior discount.
No, Budget Blinds of Gainesville does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Budget Blinds of Gainesville offers warranties.
Budget Blinds of Gainesville offers the following services: Shutters, blinds, cellular shades, roman shades, draperies, woven woods.
Ask for details

Contact information

3201 SW 42nd St Ste 4, Gainesville, FL 32608

http://www.budgetblinds.com/gainesville

Service hours

Monday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM