Budget Blinds - Franchise
Quick Summary
Budget Blinds® is the #1 window coverings franchise in North America. We provide convenient complimentary in-home consultations, expert measuring, and professional installations for all types of window coverings including smart home automation solutions, blinds, shades, shutters, and drapes.
Budget Blinds
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2025
Minimum Cash Required | $80,000 | |
Net Worth Required | $250,000 | |
Total Investment | $140,533 - $211,750 | |
Franchise Fee | $89,950 | |
Financing Assistance | Available | |
Year Founded | 1992 | |
# of Existing Units | 1489 | |
Franchising Since | 1994 | |
Military/Veteran Promotion | Yes |
Available In These States:
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Budget Blinds - Franchise
Budget Blinds was founded in 1992 on the principle of providing high quality, custom window coverings to consumers in a highly convenient way, offering style and service for every budget. Today, the Budget Blinds franchise system still strives to provide consumers with superior products through convenient, complimentary in-home consultations that include measuring and professional installation. With 1,500 franchise territories in over 10,000 cities across the US and Canada, we are a nationally recognized brand. Our scalable, award-winning business model sets us apart:
- Strong alliance with brand name vendors including Lutron® and Hunter Douglas®
- Low overhead home-based business – no retail storefront required, low to no inventory, few employees
- Amazing product selection of custom blind, shades, shutters and drapes for residential or commercial, interior and exterior, including our Smart Home collection.
- Exclusive private label collections consumers will not find anywhere else!
- No-questions-asked product replacement warranties
- Consumer financing with competitive plans and payment options
- HR services and health insurance benefits available
- In-House financing of up to $56,000 for qualified candidates
Our Training & Support Sets Us Apart:
Initial training consists of a combination of in-person Academy training at our Experience Center in Dallas, TX as well as pre- and post-Academy training that is conducted virtually. You will learn everything to start strong including administration, office set-up, technology, marketing the business locally, product knowledge and installation.
On-going training and support opportunities include an Annual International Convention, Regional Meetings, Online Forums and Town Halls to exchange best practices with fellow franchisees, Installation Training, Vendor Product Training, on-call support from Regional Operation Managers, on-call Technical Support, and Local Area Marketing assistance.
Ideal Candidate
Budget Blinds is looking for franchisees with an entrepreneurial spirit who are team-minded. Self-starters with positive attitudes and passionate about customer service and customer experience. No previous industry experience is necessary.
Awards & Accolades
Budget Blinds consistently ranks on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500® in multiple categories including:
- #26 Overall Franchise
- #1 Window Coverings Franchise
- #2 Top Franchises under $150K
- Fastest-Growing Franchises
- Top Franchises for Veterans
- and more!
Budget Blinds is recognized by Franchise Business Review® in multiple categories including:
- Top 200 Franchises
- Top Franchises for Women
Strong Backing & Support
Budget Blinds is a part of the Home Franchise Concepts® family of brands, a leading franchisor in the home services space with over 30 years of experience. Home Franchise Concepts is a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises®, a privately held company with $22B in annual revenues, providing leadership and stability like no other franchisor can. We are passionate about providing an opportunity for people from all walks of life to reach financial independence through owning their own business. Learn more today!
This is not an offering to sell a franchise. Franchise offerings are made through the Franchise Disclosure Document. Contact Budget Blinds for details.
Qualified Veterans receive a 15% discount off the initial franchise fees. Ask for details.
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