A Shade Better Specializes in the retail sale of lamps & lampshades. We have 100's of lamps & 1000's of shades in stock every day. We ask that you bring in your lamp to ensure proper shade fit.
A Shade Better also does lamp repair, and carries a wide variety of decorative accents for your home.
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28 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
RETAIL SALE OF LAMPS, LAMPSHADES AND RELATED HOME ACCESSORIES. LAMP REPAIR, CUSTOM SHADES AND SPECIAL ORDERS. PROGRAMS FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS.
Tom is a lamp genius. I so appreciate his expertise and was thrilled when he could fix my lamps, particularly one lamp that others had sent me away with no fix. Since it was my first time in his shop, I was also intrigued with his eclectic lamp/shade selection; he has some particularly interesting pieces. I will definitely be visiting again.
Description of Work: I needed two lamps repaired and Tom was able to repair both, one of which was pretty complicated.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Marc H.
01/2018
5.0
lamp repair
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Tom and his staff did a great job in helping me select and fit a new shade to my antique lamp restoration project. They have a large selection of shades and lamps from which to choose in a very nice store. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: I needed a new shade for an antique lamp/
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
$125
Terry M.
10/2017
5.0
lamp repair
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Great, it was done in a timely manner.
Description of Work: We had the double sockets and cord of a 40 year old swag lamp replaced. The work was excellent and top quality. We believe the cost was reasonable concerning the work involved. We would use them again and recommend them to others.
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
William S.
12/2015
4.0
lamp repair
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unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Barbara H.
03/2015
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Repaired a lamp. Everything went well.
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
$35
Karen S.
02/2015
5.0
lamp repair
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unknown
Description of Work: Repaired two lamps - cords and sockets. Great work, very helpful and friendly.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$200
Glenn R.
01/2015
5.0
lamp repair
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unknown
Description of Work: They repaired a lamp that we had for a long time.
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
$35
Lynda D.
10/2014
5.0
lamp repair
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unknown
Description of Work: Rewired a lamp. They gave me an estimate for the job and it was exactly what they quoted. It was ready in 2 days which was sooner than they told me it would be ready. I was very pleased with the work they did and would go there again!
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
$53
RICHARD L.
04/2014
5.0
lamp repair
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Sally K.
03/2013
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
It went very well and I will use them again. They have a great selection of lampshades and finials.
Description of Work: Antique lamp needed a new light bulb socket and rewiring. Job was done on time and great care was taken to match color of new socket to bronze of old lamp.
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
$60
PHYLLIS G.
03/2013
5.0
lamp repair
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Good
Description of Work: Lamp repaired.
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
$27
Marilyn M.
12/2012
5.0
lamp repair
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The lamp was ready the same day I took it in. I was very pleased with the quick service, and I thought the price was very fair. I would definitely recommend A Shade Better and use them again.
Description of Work: Lamp needed rewiring plus they put on a new cord and new socket.
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
$37
K T.
12/2012
5.0
lamp repair
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I took the lamps to the shop to get an estimate on the work. THe two ladies at the desk were very helpful and walked me through in detail what the repair person would be doing and assessing. THey made gret notes and were careful to advise me that some items they were listing might not be neccessary but they would not know until they worked on the light which made sense. I liked that they gave me worse case scenerio so I was prepared. I received a call a week later they were ready for pick up. When I went in they had them ready and helped me to my car. Both lamps looked great and worked great. They did a great job and were very professional and helpful. While I was waiting one of the woman took a call from someone looking for something they could get cheaper from Home Depot then at the store and that is what they told the person on the phone noting if they could not find what they needed to come in and see them. I thought this was wonderful customer service and would highly recommend them for any lamp repair work you may need in the furture
Description of Work: I just moved to the area and had two lamps damaged in the moving process. 1) One light had a base that was very lose and wobbly I could not fix myself 2) One lamp was an old globle light and the bulb had come lose and the attached base had fallen off
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
$85
Jeanette D.
12/2011
2.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
The service was poor. The price was fair. The punctuality was average but it wasn't done right.
Description of Work: I used the services of A Shade Better to repair a lamp on 27th November.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
$45
LINDA E.
05/2010
5.0
lamp repair
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It went very well. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. I was very pleased with the entire process.
Description of Work: The repaired an antique lamp for me: new socket and chord.
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
$42
Edie R.
02/2010
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
It went very well. Tow days later I got a call that the lamp was fixed. It only needed a new switch. My only complaint was the price. I think that it was high considering what was done to it. However, I wouldn't have the lamp if it wasn't fixed and I couldn't replace it. It was a set price for the repair.
Description of Work: I had a halogen torchiere lamp that wasn't working. You can't buy them anymore at this wattage (300) because the government decided they weren't safe. I have had no problem with the lamp. Obviously, some people misused the lamp so the government issued strict regulations about them. A Shade Better is five minutes from my house but I never knew they did repairs until I saw the name on Angie's List. I called and asked if they had repairs on halogen lamps. The man said that I needed to bring it in and their repairman would look at it. He couldn't guarantee that it could be fixed. I didn't know exactly what was wrong with it.
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
$42.55
Ben S.
03/2009
5.0
lamp repair
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The work done was competent and professional. The gentleman at the desk was friendly to me and cordial to my children. It took a little longer than I had expected for the work to be done, but it was not unreasonable, and the work was done correctly.
Description of Work: Took two antique electric wall sconces to be rewired and have new switched installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Howard E.
12/2008
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
The repair person was not in the store when I dropped off the lamp on the weekend. The store clerk gave me an approximate repair estimate, but said she did not believe the lamp could be repaired because it was halogen. I received a call from the store repair person a couple of days later who explained to me the reasons the lamp could not be repaired.
Description of Work: Took a broken halogen lamp into the store for repair.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
DEBORAH F B.
11/2008
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
Although I was given a week or two time-frame for fixing, they called within a day to tell me the lamp was ready to be picked up. I have other lamps from the same glass/ceramic company that need to be repaired, so I plan to use A Shade Better to fix these also.
Description of Work: I brought in an unusual hand-blown glass lamp to be rewired. The hardware attached to the lamp had loosened also and needed tightening.
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
$28
Margie M.
08/2008
5.0
lamp repair
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The folks at the store were very personable and took their time listening to our explanation of the problem with the lamps. We took one in and were very satisfied with the work performed. We then dropped off the second lamp when we picked up the first one. We used to go to a company in Silverton that went out of business. We are very pleased to know we have found a new business for our lamp repair needs.
Description of Work: We took in 2 lamps for repair ( on two separate visits) as the lights would flicker on both or stay on for awhile then go out.
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
$60
PHYLLIS G.
03/2007
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
Great.
Description of Work: They replaced the 3-way socket, cord, and pad on table lamp.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$28
ROSEMARY Y.
06/2006
5.0
lamp repair
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The service was courteous and prompt. The lamp now works great.
Description of Work: Repaired a lamp.
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
$25
Ed & Jan B.
05/2006
5.0
lamp repair
 + -1 more
The sales person was very helpful and suggested the proper type of cord and socket for this style of lamp. They said it would be finished within a week and they called three days later to say that it was ready.
Description of Work: Had both the cord and electric socket replaced on a lamp.
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Service Categories
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FAQ
A SHADE BETTER is currently rated 4.8 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 - 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A SHADE BETTER accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, A SHADE BETTER does not offer free project estimates.
No, A SHADE BETTER does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A SHADE BETTER does not offer a senior discount.
No, A SHADE BETTER does not offer emergency services.
No, A SHADE BETTER does not offer warranties.
A SHADE BETTER offers the following services: RETAIL SALE OF LAMPS, LAMPSHADES AND RELATED HOME ACCESSORIES. LAMP REPAIR, CUSTOM SHADES AND SPECIAL ORDERS. PROGRAMS FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS.