I had shutters installed by Axent Shutters Blinds & Shades back in June and wanted to live with…read morethem for a bit before writing a review -- and now a few months later I can confidently say it was such a great decision. Chris Louie, the owner, was incredibly friendly and responsive right from the start. After I submitted a quote request online, he contacted me almost immediately and came out with a huge variety of samples. Seeing the different shutter styles, sizes, and widths in person was so helpful because what I *thought* I wanted actually changed once he walked me through the options. He really took his time explaining everything, which made the process much less overwhelming. I also appreciated that he gave me a few days to think it over instead of pushing for a quick decision. After comparing everything, I decided to go with Axent -- and I'm so glad I did. The pricing was fair, communication was excellent, and the delivery and installation went smoothly. The install team was fantastic. They worked efficiently, cleaned everything up, and even vacuumed before leaving -- it honestly looked like they had never even been there. Helpful tip: if you're unsure about shutter sizes or styles, ask Chris to walk you through the differences in person with the samples. It makes choosing so much easier. Final verdict: absolutely worth it.

I thought business work ethic was dead. After calling Axent Shutters and working with Chris made a…read morebeliever out of me that people work hard for a living. I needed a 12 year Hunter Douglas headrail remanufactured because the old one is obsolete. Chris took my information and called Hunter Douglas and they made a new one and he came out and took the old one down and installed the new one, all under warranty. Chris wouldn't even let me buy him lunch. My wife and I are so pleased that there are businesses that are still honest and do what they say they will do. Thank you Chris!

I am a born again Christian and I pray about everything. I want top notch service at a fair price!…read more Jesus led me to this company and they were amazing to work with. If you're looking for a company of excellence, integrity, professionalism and superior customer service, you need look no further. They always responded very quickly to my texts and phone calls, which I so appreciated. They make you feel like you not only matter, but like you're the only customer they have. Never once did I feel rushed. Tony and Sean are the BEST! They know their stuff. They took all the guess work out of picking window coverings for my home. They are such an absolute joy to work with. I needed to replace window coverings in three rooms and over my slider. They came into my home. Clearly figured out my style through listening and looking at what I already had. Then they got to work presenting me with options... giving suggestions and explaining the pros and cons of each items. Once I choose the blinds, they went right to work picking out the color that would best blend with what I already had. They were absolutely fascinating to watch. I felt like I was watching a reality show. These guys absolutely love ebay they do. They strive for absolute perfection. I was having a hard time deciding what kind of covering for he slider. They showed me several options not only in the books; but pictures from other jobs. When I asked if they had a show room, Tony told me that they did not. However, he had the same window coverings over his own slider at home that I was considering and I was welcome to come by and see them in person. That was a major help. I decided to go with them. They gave me a very fair price, measured everything perfectly, always called me a half hour before arriving at me request, we're always punctual, always had a smile on their faces, and always expressed customer satisfaction was their top priority. They were not just saying that. When my blinds arrived, they scheduled an instal. They put them up and I was thrilled. However, they were not. Their was a tiny spot I didn't even notice. They tried to clean it to perfection. When they could not, they informed me that was unacceptable. They were ordering me new ones. I could keep the old ones until the new ones came in. They are perfectionist. When the new ones came in they came out and installed them to perfection. I love all my blinds. I thought this was to be an update on my first review and I can't find it. I'll be horrified if I never sent it. Ugh. Update: After having my blinds for three months, I went to sit in my recliner and it did the strangest thing. It tipped back and ripped a little hole in my new blinds. I figured I'd just have to live with it. I threw up a quick prayer, and the Holy Spirit impressed on my heart to reach out to Catalog Blinds to see if they had any way of repairing it. Tony told me they did not. However, he had totally forgotten to send back my original order. I knew then that my God was looking out for me. They would come out and install my first order at no charge to me! Upon​ arriving they saw the tiny rip and thought it was so low and unnoticeable that it would be best to keep the ones with the rip.... as well as leave me the other blinds in case the rip got worse. They would then come back and reinstall the first ones at no cost to me in the future. They would eat the difference. They just wanted me to be happy. I've never seen any two people love their jobs so much and truly want their customers happy above all else. These two were true gifts from God to me. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM ABOVE ALL OTHERS! HANDS DOWN! MAY GOD BLESS THEM, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THEIR BUSINESS ABOVE ALL OTHERS. AS THEY SEEK TO GIVE OTHERS EXCELLENT SERVICE AT A FAIR PRICE, THEY WILL CONTINUE TO RISE ABOVE THE REST. THIS KIND OF CUSTOMER SERVICE IS ALMOST NON EXISTENT. THEY STAND HEAD AND TAILS ABOVE THE REST IN THIS INDUSTRY! THANKS GUYS!

Amazing customer service! All our questions were answered and we didn't feel like they were up…read moreselling at all! We love all the shades that were installed.

D'Ann was extremely helpful in troubleshooting a malfunction with Hunter Douglas blinds we have…read more She sent a video on how to fix them and then was helpful in ordering a replacement. She went above and beyond. I would highly recommend Elite shutters and shadings. D'Ann was extremely helpful in troubleshooting a malfunction with Hunter Douglas blinds we have. She sent a video on how to fix them and then was helpful in ordering a replacement. She went above and beyond. I would highly recommend Elite shutters and shadings.

Everyone was so nice and knowledgeable. I visited the showroom in Manteca to check out what my…read moreoptions were. I met Marla at that time and she was easy to talk to, knew exactly what my thought process was and understood how to address all my questions and concerns. I will definitely say that seeing all the showroom models really helped me better understand what I wanted vs what I needed vs what makes the most sense for my window situation. Even after a very informative and eye-opening experience in the showroom, I had trouble committing because, well, I always have trouble! But going there really helped me decide. Ultimately, I scheduled an appointment for an in-home consultation, basic measurements and quote. Marla sent Nancy for my visit and she was just a breath of fresh air to work with! From one knowledgeable person to another. It made the final decision really easy when I worked with two people who have been in the business a long time and really understood what they were talking about. Nancy gave me a lot of good guidance on top of what Marla had already shared with me in the showroom. Nancy was exceptional at the gentle nudging that really helped solidify my decisions with regards to what styles of coverings to use on each window (taking into consideration what room of the house it was, which direction it was facing and what would be seen from outside). It eased my nerves to work with someone who had the answers and explanations I needed. She helped me narrow down styles, colors, trim styles, retractable mechanism options, material and everything else! It was such a weight to finally decide! My official measurements and installation appointments were completed by Jacob and his helper Mike. Really nice guys. They were so quick and efficient with their time. Although they were in and out in no time, it didn't at all feel rushed. The product installation knowledge was clear in their efficiency and ease of service. They were also very respectful of my home and took necessary measure to ensure not trekking in outside dirt or leaving any trash behind. They also made sure to provide me with all the necessary reminders for new installations and warranty paperwork. Ultimately, I decided on all Hunter Douglas products for the exceptional quality built and materials as well as warranty offered. The products I chose were: -Hunter Douglas Palm Beach Vinyl Shutters (easy to maintain and clean, will not yellow for decades- LIFETIME WARRANTY!) on all front facing windows- for aesthetics and curb appeal. -Hunter Douglas Duette Honeycomb shades for all other windows facing the back and sides of house. Depending on room and accessibility to shade, some have the Literise (mania lift) and some have the Ultraglide (wand with hidden cord). Honeycombs obstruct my view the least and the cord mechanism has a lifetime warranty so I don't have to stress about the 5 year limited warranty on a motorized shade. I have all the extended details if anyone is really interested. But I've already divulged too much here. Cost was another positive thing. I won't share specifics as that will depend on what specific options you choose, but I don't think you can ever go wrong with the quality of Hunter Douglas products and warranty. All I know is, I got a price quote and then after the final measurement, it came back cheaper because Nancy found an active rebate for me! Woohoo! The process from start to finish was a mere 4-5 weeks at the time of my purchases. The final result was custom built window coverings that were made to fit all of my windows precisely. Definitely not something I could ever accomplish on my own. I paid for the experience of working with a completely professional and knowledgeable team as well as top tier quality products. I can't rave enough about Elite Shutters. I can't wait to send more clients their way. Thanks to the entire Elite team for a phenomenal experience!

As of now, the communication is terrible! I have emailed…read moreseveral times with no response! I was told max time for the blinds we ordered was two weeks, maybe even one because we ordered the basic nothing crazy blinds. We chose Budget Blinds bc they said they're able to get the blinds quickly Now it's about 4 weeks later, no response, no blinds, when I call a get a call center not the actual company Did they take our money and run? Will they eventually RETURN MY CALL? I want our blinds in ASAP at this point Oh and a good Sidenote for suture customers They will charge you to take down any window coverings you may have up. They'll charge to take them down and they won't even throw them away at take them with them. They will kindly leave your old window coverings on the side of your house or in front of your garage I'm curious if they aren't disposing of them why the charge? Already paying a good chunk of money & now they'll add more to it Bad business practice!!!

I cannot be more than overly excited with the installation of my shutters. But not just the…read moreinstallation, Berenice and Patty were the last people to stop by my house for an estimate and their confidence was spot on. They assured me that they would give me not only the best results, but at the best price and quality and they were absolutely right! I had 3 different companies come out and I almost gave up on shutters due to the price and guarantee, but thanks to Budget Blinds, I'm now a very satisfied customer.

What a wonderful company to do business with. We love our window coverings and Tracey is the best…read more Top notch customer service! Brendan installed for us and he was friendly and thorough! I'd definitely recommend them!

1st Class did an amazing job on our 8 windows, installation only took 45 minutes. Tracey was very…read moreknowledgeable and professional, made the transition even better. I recommend them to anyone.

We had a 20-foot automatic awning installed today by Sun Blinds. The blind extends over our back…read moredeck. The fabric is from Sunbrella. The arms supporting the blinds are driven by a remotely controlled motor that runs quietly and smoothly. We contacted SunBlinds initially through Costco, which is giving us 20% back on the total. Our interactions with the Sunblinds people have been great, from the rep who came out to our house for the quote to the installation crew led by Hunter. Hunter and his assistant did an excellent job on the installation and Hunter took the time to explain how to use all the features with very useful tips on using the blinds. The installed awning works perfectly, and we are thrilled to finally be able to sit comfortably on our south-facing deck during the midday sun. Overall, a 5-star experience. We heartily recommend Sun Blinds and will use them again if we need blinds in the future.

Khalid, from Sun Blinds / Costco, did an amazing job with our blinds! This is our second time using…read morehim and Costco. Super easy to work with -- showed up on time, very knowledgeable, helped us pick styles that actually fit our space, and the install was quick and clean. No mess, no hassle. He checks in through the entire process before and after to make sure everything was going smoothly. Really appreciated how honest and up front the pricing is, very transparent the whole time. Would definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone needing blinds!

Michael and team were great. I shopped around and met with a lot of other shutter installers but…read morethey were all more expensive than Michael. Even Costco was double the price! You can't beat the service and price Michael offers. Highly recommend!

We were so glad to find Michael from Closets and Beyond. He's professional, knowledgeable and…read moreresponsive. We couldn't ask for a better person to help us with our purchase/installation of new window treatments for our home. Everything was excellent!! We will definitely use them again in the near future.

I relied on other Yelpers to find a good shutter company. I came across Shutter City which has…read moregreat reviews. I also like that they are a local business. I reached out to shutter city for a free estimate. Bob promptly responded and a date was set. He arrived on time for our appointment. Bob is professional, friendly and knowledgeable. He did a great job of explaining our options. He also had different samples for us to look at which helped in the decision making process. Once we made our decision, I felt that his price was fair for the quality we were receiving. It took about four weeks for our ten shutters to arrive. We scheduled an installation date and time. Again, Bob arrived on time for our install date. After a few hours, our shutters were installed and they turned out wonderful. After installing the shutters, Bob explained how they operate. We had a great experience with Shutter City and I would recommend them to anyone.

Bob was amazing , great job on the blinds He went above and…read morebeyond , workmanship is spot on. We love the automatic blinds