Benji CarterI was in the middle of a daytime horror movie marathon (sunlight makes it less terrifying), and somehow still managed to get jumpscared—by my own reflection. Turns out, the afternoon glare hitting my screen made every dark scene a guessing game and an unwanted mirror.
And those bargain-bin curtains I picked up were basically useless; it might be time for a little upgrade. So, my team and I reviewed the best blinds companies in Charlotte, looking at everything from product variety and customization to pricing, materials, and installation.
Read on to find the one that aligns with your space, room, needs, and preferences.
How much do blinds cost in Charlotte?
Blinds in Charlotte can cost around $30 to $200 per window. It depends on the material, size, and style. For full installation projects, most homeowners pay about $150 to over $600 on average, with custom or larger setups costing more.
1. A Shade Above
Address: 721 Gov Morrison St Suite F-110B
Phone: +1 704-817-2360
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
What we like most about A Shade Above is that they design custom blinds and shades for each window using precise measurements. You can expect little to no gaps, better insulation and privacy, and a more polished and seamless look.
They have an impressive selection, including horizontal blinds in wood and faux wood finishes, roller shades, woven wood, honeycomb, and other styles. This means you can match blinds to different rooms, like moisture-resistant for bathrooms or light-filtering for living areas.
We love that you can opt for motorized or smart systems that can be controlled via apps, remote, or voice assistance through Alexa or Google Assistant.
The catch? The level of service and quality they provide is in the mid- to premium range, making them a bit pricey. You might have to look elsewhere if you want low-budget product lines.
Nonetheless, their services are usually worth the price, especially since you can score a complimentary installation on orders over $2,000. Plus, they offer a 2-year service warranty.
Installation went quite well with no issues
“We’re quite happy, working with Brandy and the installers, and very happy with the Plantations! The installation went quite well with no issues. We’re just not happy at all that we didn’t use A Shade Above for all of our window treatments.”
Dennis Marlow, Google Review
Very friendly and efficient
“Linda was very thorough, patient and knowledgeable. The installation crew was very friendly and efficient. They were on-time and made sure we were satisfied before departure. We are most pleased and will recommend A Shade Above to anyone interested.”
Brad White, Google Review
2. The Blind Man Inc
Address: 7937 Honey Fig Road
Phone: +1 704-327-3130
Business hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8 AM – 3 PM
The Blind Man Inc brings over 50 years of experience in window treatments, translating into refined installations regardless of the material or style. Think wood, faux wood, vertical, aluminum, fabric, and motorized options.
We appreciate that their expertise really shows when it comes to providing functional solutions. Blackouts for bedrooms, vertical blinds for patio doors, and blinds for wide openings, solving real problems like glare, privacy, or heat control.
The best perk? You can enjoy free installations, motorization upgrades for roller shades, and hidden tilt on all shutters. If you’re curious about this, you can take advantage of their free estimate to learn more about these deals.
But we noted some frustrations about slow responses, particularly with follow-ups. Kudos to them for taking accountability for any inconveniences, though, so don’t hesitate to bring up delay issues or concerns once you can get a hold of them.
What an amazing job
“What an amazing job he did!!!!! David was wonderful ! Tiffany was fantastic ! The entire team was great from start to finish!! IThe process proved to be seamless! I highly recommend this company!!!!”
anthony damore, Google Review
Outstanding job of installing our blinds
“Shawn and Jeremy did an outstanding job of installing our blinds. They are very professional and personable. Well done gentlemen, and thank you. Keep up the excellent work.”
David Del Vecchio, Google Review
3. Acadia Shutters Shades & Blinds, Inc.
Address: 15720 Brixham Hill Ave #300
Phone: +1 704-334-1004
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
If you value functionality and aesthetics, then Acadia Shutters Shades & Blinds, Inc. is a reliable pick for your blinds. To give you an idea, they offer wood and faux wood with features like moisture resistance and cordless lift systems to make them suitable for different rooms.
They even have products like cellular shades and layered shades to help reduce heat, glare, and UV exposure, thus improving insulation. You can lower your utility and energy costs with smart window treatments.
It’s just a bummer that the blinds are only limited to wood and faux wood, though. And you’ll have to keep in mind that lead times can take a while since the products are custom-built.
Lastly, for those who don’t want to jump right in, you can go for their free in-home consultation. We love that a consultant visits you to help with styles and materials, measurements, and give you a quote on the spot—there’s no pressure or upselling, too.
Our expectations were exceeded
“Our expectations were exceeded! Our sales consultant Brittany and installation specialist Clayton were awesome to work with on our project. They were both professional, very helpful and knowledgeable. Won’t hesitate to call on this company again!”
Sarah Burgoon, Google Review
Easy to work with
“The design consultant Brittany was easy to work with and quickly provided us a solution we were satisfied with. Clayton the installer was equally good. He arrived on time and did a quick clean installation. I will definitely work with them again”
Janet Clampitt, Google Review
4. Blinds Over Charlotte
Address: 3412 Monroe Rd
Phone: +1 704-989-6172
Business hours: Monday to Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
One of the things that stood out to us the most with Blinds Over Charlotte is their responsiveness and reliable support line. They’re a family-owned business that emphasizes direct communication and individualized services, so you get more attentive service.
Speaking of individualized services, you can leave it to their team to take care of measurement, design advice, product selection, and installation. And judging from what the homeowners shared, the team’s installations and guidance are top-notch.
Price-wise? We believe they’re one of the more competitive companies when it comes to rates. They’re big on providing affordable options without compromising on quality.
The drawback is that their options and selection fall short compared to those of other companies. And it’s a shame that they don’t have a showroom for personal viewings.
On the bright side, they’re incredibly responsive and collaborative, so it’s easy to book and plan a free in-home consultation; they bring in samples and recommendations directly to your home.
The pricing was more than fair
“Aside from a wonderful product, the service with Blinds Over Charlotte cannot be beat. Frank was fast to reply to all communications and did a wonderful job to make sure that everything was perfect for us. Frank was detail-oriented when installing our blinds to make sure we were happy with the overall aesthetics. The pricing was more than fair. We would do business with Frank and Blinds Over Charlotte again. Do not hesitate to reach out for a consultation.”
Elizabeth Mshar, Google Review
The blinds are better than expected
“Highly recommended. Frank is such a professional. He worked with our schedule our budget and around our family in the house. Not to mention the blinds are better than expected I can even open them with one hand. It’s an honor to support this small business.”
Phelan, Google Review
5. Carolina Blind Crafters
Address: 4746 Sweden Rd Suite A-2
Phone: +1 704-960-1799
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM
As the name suggests, Carolina Blind Crafters has a knack for made-to-measure blinds, including wood, faux wood, and vertical styles. They specialize in ensuring your blinds suit the room, whether it’s for better light control, improved insulation, or a sleeker look.
We like that they can easily handle homes as well as larger commercial installations like multi-family buildings and businesses. It showcases their scalability and experience with more complex projects.
To save you the hassle of traveling or commuting, it’s a plus that they offer in-home consultations at zero cost. On the other hand, it also means that consultations are appointment-based only, and you can’t do a showroom visit.
But hey, we do love their speedy responses and communication. Even if you’re not an existing client, you can expect them to get back to you within four business hours after you reach out to them.
Communication was top notch
“Erik and team from Carolina Blind Crafters did an excellent job from initial proposal through the purchase process and installation. Communication was top notch along the way. We are thrilled with the quality and value of the motorized FlexShade by Draper as well as workmanship and expertise of the Carolina Blind Crafter’s team. Thank you all!”
Bill Barth, Google Review
Quality product at very reasonable prices
“Carolina Blind Crafters was great to work with! We replaced all blinds in our home with several unique windows and they were able to find the best solutions for us. Communication and timing was excellent as well. They have a quality product at very reasonable prices. Highly recommend!”
Carter Barnett, Google Review
