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.
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Budget Blinds
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $85,000 | |
| Year Founded | 1992 | |
| # of Existing Units | 1478 | |
| Military/Veteran Promotion | Yes |
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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 nearly 1,500 franchise territories in over 10,000 cities across the US and Canada, Budget Blinds is a nationally recognized brand. With a scalable, award-winning business model sets them apart:
Strong alliance program with recognized brand name vendors including Lutron® and Hunter Douglas®
Low overhead home-based business – no retail storefront required, low to no inventory, few employees
Extensive product selection of custom blind, shades, shutters draperies, interior and exterior solutions, and exclusive Smart Home collection
Exclusive private label collections consumers will not find anywhere else
Industry leading 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
Budget Blinds offers a compelling opportunity in a fast-growing, high-demand home improvement category. Backed by a proven, low-overhead model, owners tap into a multi-billion-dollar market fueled by renovation trends and smart home adoption—while a made-to-order approach minimizes inventory and maximizes efficiency.
Built for Your Success: Training & Ongoing Support
Initial training consists of a combination of self-paced learning, virtual instruction, and in-person Academy training at the Home Franchise Concepts Experience Center in Dallas, TX as well as post-Academy training that is conducted virtually. Franchisees 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.
Budget Blinds is an Award-Winning Brand
Budget Blinds consistently ranks on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500® in multiple categories including:
#28 Overall Franchise
#1 Window Coverings Franchise
#1 Top Franchises under $150K
Fastest-Growing Franchises
Top Franchises for Veterans
and more!
Own Your Future with the Backing of a Proven Leader
Budget Blinds is part of the Home Franchise Concepts® family of brands—a recognized leader in home services franchising with more than 30 years of experience. As a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises®, a privately held company generating $24.7 billion in annual revenue, we offer a level of stability, support, and leadership few franchisors can match.
At Budget Blinds, we’re committed to helping people from all backgrounds achieve financial independence through business ownership. Take the next step toward building your future—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.
They also offer a 15% discount off their franchise fees for qualified veterans.
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