Shades Express manufactures and sells our own pleated Window Shades. We are able to offer a very attractive, high quality window covering at a lower cost. In addition, we have the ability to process orders quickly and precisely, so delivery time is greatly reduced. Our shades will give you the bold, rich colors and patterns that no other hard window covering can offer.
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Shades Express manufactures and sells our own pleated Window Shades. We are able to offer a very attractive, high quality window covering at a lower cost. In addition, we have the ability to process orders quickly and precisely, so delivery time is greatly reduced. Our shades will give you the bold, rich colors and patterns that no other hard window covering can offer.
Each residence required 2 visits; one to take measurements and one for complete installation. Actual installation for each home required less than 3 hours without any furniture movement or disruption to the home. We were very impressed with the quick turn-around time. We have had many complements on the shades and have had Tony cover additional windows at each home since.
Description of Work: The owner - Tony Haitsma custom fit, manufactured and installed 18 large window shades on our primary residence and has subsequently installed 23 shades on our lake house in Elkhart. His proprietary "up-down shades" are a fantastic design requiring no cords and with the unique ability to accordion fold to the top or to the bottom of each window with ease. The shade color selection was endless and when closed, the shades provide absolute privacy while letting in significant light.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Jackie M.
08/2015
5.0
window treatments
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A+++++++ Stop searching and call Tony! I promise u he is the best! I am very particular and he exceeded my expectations! On top of that... Just a great guy! Outstanding price, install, product, and even thanked me for the business! First Class! Call now! PS this is the second review I have ever taken time to write!
Description of Work: Privacy Blinds
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Wendy V.
11/2012
5.0
window treatments
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What a wonderful experience! It is certainly refreshing to deal with a contractor who is professional, honest, and very skilled in his work. All of the window blinds in my home needed to be replaced; they were aluminum mini-blinds and many of the slats had become bent. I had one other company provide me with a quote for a comparable product (that actually didn't have some of the nicer features of Tony's blinds), but its price was higher than that given to me by Shades Express. The work that was done for me by Shades Express was VERY reasonable. It was also of excellent quality; I am extremely pleased with the results. Tony was very helpful in terms of providing advice (when I asked) as to what he would recommend. However, he was never overbearing or pushy. My work was completed in a very timely manner. The shades were installed about a week after Tony took the measurements. In doing the installation, he removed my existing blinds and curtains/draperies; he then rehung the draperies/curtains once the new shades were installed. One of the shades did not fit properly. Tony actually pointed this out to me and is coming back tomorrow to install a new one (at no cost to me). Such honesty and integrity are to be admired. In all respects, it was a pleasure to work with Tony. He is responsive, polite, friendly, tidy in his work habits, and very customer-oriented. He aims to please. I would recommend him without hesitation!
Description of Work: Tony replaced all of the window blinds in my house. In the process, he removed my existing blinds.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
Marge L.
10/2012
5.0
window treatments
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Very responsive, excellent product, more expensive than what I have paid in the past for window treatments, but totally worth it.
Description of Work: Shades made for 2 windows in living room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$240
Chet G.
05/2012
5.0
window treatments
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They did a great job. Tony was very good. He spend a lot of time with us. He came out when I had second thoughts on some of the things he did. He changed them with no charge. We couldn't be happier. Tony is a very neat guy besides being a super craftsman.
Description of Work: We had Shades Express come out and put window treatments in our new sun-room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,109
David K.
04/2011
5.0
window treatments
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All 3 companies made good presentations but Shades Express had the best value for the price. Having the owner come to take measurements and do the installation was a plus. We're thrilled with our up/down shades. Instead pulling them down from the top, these give you the option of pulling them up from the window sill, allowing you to see out at eye level, while still providing privacy. We plan to buy several more this year from Shades Express. We get lots of compliments and are happy to recommend them.
Description of Work: We needed privacy on the street side of the house but hated to give up the sunlight or the views. The up / down shades seemed to be the answer so we contacted several suppliers before making our decision. Shades Express up/down pleated shades were installed in the kitchen and in two bathrooms. The business owner came and measured the windows and provided prices. He was the lowest of the 3 quotes we obtained and we believed the quality was as good or better than the competition. He didn't play games with the pricing. A few days later they were installed and have worked flawlessly for two years now with no sign of wear.
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FAQ
Shades Express is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shades Express accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Shades Express does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Shades Express does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Shades Express offers emergency services.
Yes, Shades Express offers warranties.
Shades Express offers the following services: Shades Express manufactures and sells our own pleated Window Shades. We are able to offer a very attractive, high quality window covering at a lower cost. In addition, we have the ability to process orders quickly and precisely, so delivery time is greatly reduced. Our shades will give you the bold, rich colors and patterns that no other hard window covering can offer.