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The Blind Man

3.0(
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Window Treatments, Blind Cleaning

About us

If it's blinds, we do it.. on-site! We clean using ultrasound, soap, and water. Blinds are inspected, taken down, numbered, and taken out to the trailer. Dust and bugs are blown out, then the blind immersed in an 8 foot wide ultrasound tank. Very green, no chemicals harsher than dishwashing liquid soap, and that only a few tablespoons usually. Blinds are wiped or scrubbed as necessary and appropriate, then run through a rinse tank, and set aside to dry enough to be put back up. This method is appropriate for nearly all blinds and shades. Organic materials like silk, cotton, wood, are not compatible with immersion. Wood and woven wood blinds are hand cleaned with a damp towel. We can also take your window coverings away to be processed at our home site, should conditions be prohibitive to on-site work, or timelines benefit from doing so, as with renovations. Cleaning prices are as follows, and any footage is width only: - Cellular shades - $6/ft - Silhouettes - 8/ft - Luminettes - $14/ft - Vertical (vinyl/ fabric) - $2/vane - 1" metal/plastic mini blind - $15/ea (over 6ft = $20) - 2" metal/plastic faux-wood blind - $16/ea (over 6ft = $20) - Wood blinds - $8/ft - Woven wood - $8/ft There is a $60 minimum on cleaning. Repairs can be done to most manufacturers and models of blinds. Obscure parts may be more expensive than common ones, or completely unavailable, depending. We always tell you when the cost of repairs will approach cost of new. Types and prices are as follows: - The first repair is covered by the $50 service call, and each additional is per item. - Most drawcord restrings - $35 - Most ladder replacements - $10/ladder - Most cordlocks - $15 - Ultraglide motor - $30 - Most tilt motors - $15 - Barrel replace - $10/barrel - Shorten - $25 - Tile cut out - $50 - Delamination re-glue - $15-50 - Original Vertiglide retrofit with current hardware - $250-400 depending on width. - Repair vertical headrail - $20-50 - Replace vertical headrail - $2/inch in width (includes install) - Replace vertical vanes - $50 per blind plus cost of vanes, receipt provided, no mark up. We'll be offering sales soon, but not at the moment. As for experience, I have been doing this since 2003 in Reno, NV. My father started the business there fifteen years ago, and still going strong. www.renoblindman.com I'm Hunter Douglas certified for Install/Repair, and have gone through classes twice in that ten year period to make sure I stay on top of technical developments. In addition, HD requires that we complete yearly online training to retain certification.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Window blind cleaning, repair, and installation. Onsite wherever possible, quick turn around otherwise. Drop off available. Storage during renovations available.

Services we don't offer

We do not fix cordless blinds. Those must be sent back to the manufacturer.

Amenities

Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

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professionalism
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C. M. S.
05/2017
3.0
blind cleaning, window treatments
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We hired Jason a couple of years ago for some repair work, and the experience was excellent in all catagories. This year we emailed and left phone messages (a total of 6) and received no response whatsoever. We can only assume he is no longer in business.
Description of Work: Removal, replacement and repair on blinds.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from The Blind Man
Sorry I was unavailable for a while. As per my website and voicemail, I was only servicing a couple of large corporate clients until further notice. This lasted about a year or so. That has changed, and I am back to regular business and accepting clients again. Thanks for the good review! =]

    Contact information

    1031 Watson Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

    http://www.mplsblindman.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 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

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Window Treatments,
    Blind Cleaning

    FAQ

    The Blind Man is currently rated 3 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    The Blind Man accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    No, The Blind Man does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, The Blind Man offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, The Blind Man does not offer a senior discount.
    No, The Blind Man does not offer emergency services.
    No, The Blind Man does not offer warranties.
    The Blind Man offers the following services: Window blind cleaning, repair, and installation. Onsite wherever possible, quick turn around otherwise. Drop off available. Storage during renovations available.
    We do not fix cordless blinds. Those must be sent back to the manufacturer.

    Contact information

    1031 Watson Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

    http://www.mplsblindman.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM