Homeowners love the instant style and privacy that new window blinds deliver, but confusion about pricing often delays the project. CountBricks removes that uncertainty. By blending real-time material pricing, voice-driven measurements and instant labor benchmarks, our platform delivers a clear picture of the cost to install blinds for any residential remodel or new build. The result: faster approvals, tighter budgets and satisfied clients.
Every home is different, yet CountBricks sees the same cost drivers in thousands of residential takeoffs:
• Window size and shape: Standard rectangles install faster than arches or bays
• Blind type: Faux wood, real wood, aluminum, cellular and motorized models carry very different material price points
• Control options: Cordless, top-down bottom-up and smart-home integrations add premium components
• Mounting conditions: Drywall returns cost less than tile, stone or gypsum with deep returns
• Story height: Second-story and vaulted installs take more labor hours and equipment
• Finish carpentry extras: Custom valances, returns or trim may increase installation time
• Regional labor rates: CountBricks syncs with local wage data so you never guess on crew cost
CountBricks shops live supplier feeds so you see today’s material numbers, not last quarter’s averages.
• Budget aluminum mini blinds: $7 – $15 per square foot
• Faux wood 2-inch: $11 – $18 per square foot
• Premium hardwood: $18 – $30 per square foot
• Cellular or honeycomb energy-efficient: $15 – $28 per square foot
• Motorized or smart blinds: Add $150 – $350 per unit for motors and controls
Using CountBricks default crew productivity, a straightforward first-floor window averages 20–30 minutes for a skilled installer. Once ladders, specialty brackets or smart-home pairing enter the picture, labor can double. Nationally, most residential contractors see:
• Standard installs: $35 – $55 per opening
• Large or hard-to-reach windows: $60 – $110 per opening
• Smart-home setup: Add $25 – $40 per unit for pairing and testing
Traditional estimating relies on static spreadsheets. CountBricks upgrades that process with AI and real-time data.
1. Speak your dimensions: On-site or from a set of blueprints, contractors read window sizes aloud. Our voice engine converts speech to structured takeoff lines in seconds.
2. Select product options: Choose blind type, control style and finish straight from the CountBricks material library—constantly refreshed with supplier API pricing.
3. Verify labor assumptions: Adjust installer productivity or let CountBricks apply local labor rate databases.
4. Instantly review totals: Materials, labor, overhead and sales tax populate a branded estimate ready for client e-signatures.
5. One-click invoice: After award, the same line items convert to an invoice—no double entry.
The internet is full of “easy” blind tutorials, yet many homeowners still call a pro. Here’s why:
• Precision matters: Mis-measure by 1/8 inch and you’ll reorder the entire blind
• Warranty protection: Manufacturers often void coverage when products aren’t installed by certified crews
• Safety compliance: Cordless and child-safe mandates are growing stricter every year
• Time savings: Pros can complete a whole house in a morning; DIYers stretch over weekends
CountBricks estimators make it simple for contractors to show homeowners the value of professional labor—and to price that labor competitively.
• Combine orders: Scheduling multiple windows or houses on the same day reduces setup time per unit
• Opt for cordless faux wood: Mid-range price, premium appearance and no extra hardware
• Use inside mounts where possible: Less trim work and faster installation
• Leverage CountBricks quantity controls: Auto-bulk discounts apply when square footage thresholds are reached
• Lock pricing quickly: Supplier costs fluctuate weekly; CountBricks’ live data helps you capture lowest rates before quoting
Ready to eliminate guesswork from your window covering bids? Visit CountBricks.com/services for a free demo or start a project file directly inside your CountBricks dashboard. Our residential specialists are on standby to convert your voice notes into accurate, client-ready numbers—fast.
The Maple Street Remodel featured 26 windows, a mix of first-floor double-hungs and second-floor arches. The homeowner wanted cordless faux wood blinds downstairs and motorized cellular shades upstairs for energy efficiency.
1. Voice Takeoff: The site supervisor measured and spoke each opening. CountBricks captured dimensions in 4 minutes.
2. Material Selection: Faux wood and motorized cellular products were chosen from the integrated catalog, reflecting same-day distributor pricing.
3. Labor Calibration: The crew added 15 extra minutes per arch and 10 minutes per motorized shade for smart-home pairing.
4. Instant Estimate: CountBricks produced a branded PDF showing $6,940 materials and $2,420 labor, including sales tax and overhead.
• Bid acceptance in 3 hours—homeowner confident in transparent cost breakdown
• Purchase order executed the same day, locking in material prices before a 7% supplier increase
• Actual labor completed under budget thanks to refined time allowances, netting an additional 11% profit margin
• Real-time data beats static spreadsheets every time
• Voice entry slashes field-to-office lag, eliminating transcription errors
• Detailed scope documents reduce change orders and strengthen client trust
Want similar results on your next residential project? Schedule a personalized walkthrough at CountBricks.com/consultation and discover how our AI estimates, one-click invoices and blueprint takeoffs can raise profits on every window you touch.
