Blinds and Shades Cost Calculator
Choose a product, count your windows, and add any upgrades. Prices are per window and include custom sizing and professional installation.
Ranges reflect typical 2026 installed pricing for custom window treatments, based on published national cost data and adjusted for the Houston market. Your exact price depends on measured sizes, fabric, and options. Final quotes are free and given in person.
Get My Exact PriceHow Much Do Blinds and Shades Cost?
Custom blinds and shades typically cost between $100 and $320 per standard window with professional installation included. Faux wood blinds and roller shades sit near the lower end of that range, while real wood blinds, solar shades, and cellular shades sit higher. Motorization adds roughly $300 to $550 per window. For a typical Houston home with ten to fifteen windows, most projects fall between $1,500 and $4,500 before motorization.
The calculator above builds a range for your home by product, window size, and lift system. Change any option and the estimate updates right away.
Cost by Product
Faux wood and composite blinds
Faux wood blinds are the most popular choice in humid climates because they resist warping in kitchens, bathrooms, and rooms with heavy sun. They give the look of painted wood for less money. See the options on our wood and faux wood blinds page.
Real wood blinds
Real wood blinds are lighter than faux wood, which makes them easier to raise on wide windows, and they come in rich stain colors. They cost more and are best kept away from steam and moisture.
Roller, solar, and cellular shades
Roller shades range from light filtering to full blackout. Solar shades cut heat and glare while keeping your view, which makes them a strong fit for west facing glass. Cellular shades trap air in their honeycomb cells and offer the best insulation of any shade. Compare fabrics on our roller shades page.
Other Factors That Affect the Price
Window size matters most, since larger windows need more material and heavier hardware. Patio doors usually need a wider blind, a vertical system, or a pair of shades. Cordless lifts add a small amount but remove dangling cords for child and pet safety. Motorized systems cost more but make tall and hard to reach windows easy to control. Removing and hauling away old treatments adds a small fee per window. If you are swapping out worn treatments, our blind replacement service covers removal and disposal.
Why Professional Installation Pays Off
Store bought blinds often leave gaps at the edges or hang crooked because few windows are a true standard size. Custom treatments are built to your measurements and installed level, with brackets that suit your frames. Our blind installation service includes measuring, mounting, and adjusting every window. Not sure about sizing? Try our blind size calculator first.
Get an Exact Quote
Book a free in-home consultation and we will bring samples, measure every window, and give you a firm price. We serve Houston, Friendswood, Pearland, League City, and Clear Lake. Thinking about shutters instead? Use the plantation shutters cost calculator to compare.