Budget Blinds of the Southern Twin Cities

Drive through Lakeville, Rosemount or Shakopee and you'll pass street after street of new homes. The windows are big and the rooms are open. The trees in front are about the size of a broom handle, so they won't shade anything for a long time. In June the sun pours into bedrooms around 5:30 in the morning. Room-darkening shades help with that early wake-up call.

The older streets in Burnsville and Eagan have a different problem. Many homes still have the builder blinds they came with. The slats are bent and some won't tilt anymore. Many still have long cords hanging near the floor, a worry for anyone with small kids. Family rooms facing west can get hot by late afternoon in July. Cellular shades help keep that heat out and make the room usable again after dinner.

Then there's Prior Lake. Homes near the water get sun from above and light bouncing up off the lake. It can wash out a TV and fade a rug fast. In winter the frozen lake throws back bright light too, especially on a clear January afternoon. Solar shades cut the glare and keep the view, which is half the reason to live by the lake in the first place.

Building now? Our post on when to plan window coverings for a Lakeville or Rosemount new build walks through the timing. You can also see who runs our south metro team before we meet.

From Chaska to Apple Valley, our own crew installs what we measure. When you're ready, book your free in-home consultation. You can also stop in at our Shakopee showroom.

Which south metro towns do you serve?

We serve Burnsville and Savage along with Apple Valley and Eagan, plus Lakeville and Rosemount. To the west and south we go to Prior Lake and Shakopee, plus Eden Prairie and Chaska. Jordan and Elko New Market are part of our area as well.

How do I pick a good window treatment company in Burnsville, MN?

Look for three things. You want a showroom you can visit and a company with its own install crew. You also want real reviews from your neighbors. Budget Blinds of the Southern Twin Cities has all three. Our showroom is in Shakopee. Our own team measures and installs every order from Burnsville to Chaska. Our family has owned Budget Blinds locations since 2006.

Where can I find a well-reviewed blinds store near Burnsville, MN?

Start with Google reviews from people in your own town. South metro homeowners give Budget Blinds of the Southern Twin Cities a 5.0 star rating on Google. They often mention quick installs and courteous staff. Many also talk about the help they got with a patio door. Read them, then stop by our Shakopee showroom or book a free visit at home.

What are the big window headaches in the south metro?

New builds in Lakeville, Rosemount and Shakopee have big windows and trees that give no shade yet. In Burnsville and Eagan it's worn-out builder blinds and family rooms that bake in summer. Around Prior Lake, light bounces off the water and we often suggest solar shades to cut the glare.

Can I visit a showroom in the south metro?

Our showroom is in Shakopee, and you're welcome to stop in and look around. Most people start with a free consultation at home, though. We bring samples to your Eagan or Apple Valley house so you can compare them against your own walls and furniture.

What happens at a free consultation in Lakeville?

Your free visit happens in your own home, at a time that works for you. A designer brings samples to your Lakeville build or Burnsville split-level. We look at each room with you and talk about how you use it. Then we measure every window, even the ones up high in the great room. You'll have your quote in hand before we leave.

How much do custom blinds cost in Burnsville, MN?

It depends on the size of each window and the product you pick. Features like motorization also play a part. A bathroom window in a Burnsville split-level and a tall Lakeville great room are very different jobs. The easiest way to know is a free in-home consultation. Call our Shakopee team and we'll measure every window and give you a clear quote before we leave.

Can I see samples of blinds in Prior Lake before I buy?

Sure. Hold a solar shade sample to your Prior Lake window late in the day and watch what it does to the lake glare. We bring working samples you can lift and lower too, so you know how they'll feel to use every day.

Where can I get woven wood shades near Burnsville, MN?

Right here. We bring woven wood samples to your Burnsville home so you can see them in your own light. They're woven from natural materials like bamboo and grasses. Add a privacy or blackout liner for a bedroom. You can run them cordless or top-down bottom-up, or go motorized. They can also be made for arch-top and angled windows.

When will my new shades be ready in the south metro?

Every shade is made to your exact window size, so it takes a little time. We'll give you an expected timeframe at your visit and keep you posted as the order moves along. Building in Lakeville or Rosemount? Call us before closing so we can plan around move-in day.

Do you install the blinds and take my old ones away?

Yes, our own crew installs everything. We pull down those tired builder blinds from your Eagan or Burnsville home and haul them off with us. Every shade gets tested before we back out of your driveway.

What if something goes wrong after the install?

Just call our Shakopee team. Our own crew did the install, so 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.

Are motorized shades worth it for a tall Lakeville great room?

Tall great-room windows are where motorized shades really help, since you run them from a remote instead of a ladder. Many can run on a timer schedule or connect to home automation. For Rosemount and Chaska homes with kids and pets, cordless and motorized shades are the go-to choices we bring up first.

Do you offer payment options in Shakopee or Eagan?

Yes. Flexible payment options are available for one room or a whole new Lakeville build. Ask your designer during your free in-home consultation or stop by our Shakopee showroom.*

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