Budget Blinds of Quad Cities

The Mississippi does something unusual in the Quad Cities. It runs east to west, so homes on the Iowa side look south across the water. In Bettendorf and Davenport that means river rooms take a long blast of afternoon glare. It bounces off the water and lands on your TV and your hardwood. Moline and East Moline sit on the south bank, so their river rooms face north and get softer light. Solar shades cut that glare on the Iowa side and still let you watch the barges go by.

Much of inland Bettendorf is ranch, split-level and bi-level homes. The upstairs gets plenty of daylight. The lower level is a different story. Short windows sit up near the ceiling, and a family room down there needs its own plan for light and privacy. We often use one look upstairs and a lighter fabric below so both floors feel right.

Then there are the newer streets in north Bettendorf and Eldridge. Big windows face neighbors just a few yards away. The trees out front are still small, so they won't block much sun for years. Top-down shades or soft drapery give you privacy at night without hiding the backyard during the day.

Curious how your windows change from January to July? Our post on what Quad Cities windows need season by season walks through the whole year. You can also meet the family behind our Quad Cities team and see how we work.

We'll come to you, measure every window and handle the install ourselves. Our designer will point out which rooms get hit hardest before we ever talk fabric. Want to see options first? Stop by our Bettendorf showroom. Book your free in-home consultation and let's find what works for your stretch of the river.

Which Quad Cities towns does Budget Blinds serve?

On the Iowa side we serve Bettendorf and Davenport along with LeClaire and Pleasant Valley, plus Eldridge and Long Grove. We also head to Blue Grass and Camanche as well as Clinton and DeWitt. Across the river in Illinois we cover Moline and East Moline, plus Rock Island.

What are the most common window problems in Bettendorf?

Glare off the Mississippi tops the list for river-facing rooms in Bettendorf and Davenport. Next come ranch, split-level and bi-level homes with lower levels that need light control of their own. Newer streets in north Bettendorf and Eldridge add big windows and close neighbors, where light-filtering shades help a lot.

Is there a Budget Blinds showroom in Bettendorf, or do you come to me?

You can do either. Our showroom is on Championship Drive in Bettendorf, where you can see shutters and shades up close. For the free consultation, the designer comes to your Bettendorf or Davenport home so you can choose colors next to your own couch and floors.

What does a free Quad Cities consultation include?

Our designer comes to your home with a bag full of samples. We look at each room with you and talk about how you use it. Then we measure every window, from the upstairs bedrooms down to the lower-level family room. You'll have your quote in hand before we leave.

Can I look at blind samples in my Davenport home first?

We bring them to you, working samples included. Hold a fabric up to a south-facing Davenport window at three in the afternoon. You'll see right away if it can handle the glare off the river.

When will my custom shades arrive in Bettendorf?

Each order is built to your exact measurements, so it takes a little time. We'll give you an expected timeframe at your visit and keep you posted as it moves along. Planning around a big event at home? Tell us at your visit.

Does your team install, and what about my old blinds?

We install every order with our own crew, and we take your old blinds down and cart them off. That includes the dusty builder blinds hanging in a lot of Quad Cities split-levels. Before we leave, we test every shade so you know it works.

What if something goes wrong after the install?

Just give us a call. Our own team did the install, so we know your home and your order. We'll talk through what's going on and work out the right fix with you. Your designer can explain the coverage that comes with each product you pick.

Do motorized shades work well on Bettendorf river-view windows?

They do, and you can run them with a remote or set a schedule so the river-side shades drop before the glare hits. Many can tie into home automation too. With no cords to pull, motorized and cordless shades are our go-to pick for Eldridge families with toddlers or a dog on the couch.

Who sells blinds and shades in Davenport, IA?

We do. Budget Blinds of Quad Cities works in Davenport homes most weeks. Our showroom is on Championship Drive in Bettendorf, an easy drive from Davenport. Come see shades and shutters up close there. Or book a free visit and we'll bring samples to your Davenport home.

How do I pick a good blinds store in Bettendorf, IA?

Start with three questions. Can you see the products in person? Does the store install with its own team? What do your neighbors say on Google? Our showroom is on Championship Drive in Bettendorf. Our own team does every install. Quad Cities homeowners rate us 5.0 stars on Google. Our family has owned Budget Blinds locations since 2006.

Who installs window treatments in Davenport, IA?

Our own team does. We put up blinds and shades as well as shutters and drapes in Davenport homes of every age. Patio doors and wide picture windows are everyday work for us. So are the short lower-level windows in a split-level. Your designer will help you match each room to how you use it.

Do you install blinds and shades in Moline, IL?

Yes. Our team crosses the river to Moline often. Moline sits on the south bank, so river rooms there face north. That light is soft, but it can feel thin and cold in winter. Cellular shades trap a layer of air against the glass. That helps a north-facing room feel more comfortable. We also work in East Moline and Rock Island.

Do you offer payment options in Bettendorf?

Yes. Flexible payment options are available for one lower-level family room or the whole house. Ask your designer at your free in-home visit or stop by our Bettendorf showroom.*

*Financing options may vary by location and are subject to credit approval.