A Homeowner's Window-Dressing Checklist Before Moving In
Moving house doesn't mean scrambling to measure windows yourself. Here's exactly how the process works, from booking your free consultation to the day your new blinds are fitted.
Whether you're picking up the keys to a new-build, moving into a rental, or finally settling into your forever home, bare windows are usually somewhere near the top of the to-do list. The good news is you don't need a tape measure, a spirit level, or any DIY know-how — every stage of getting made-to-measure blinds and shutters fitted is handled for you, from the very first measurement through to the day of fitting. Here's the checklist we recommend to every homeowner getting their windows dressed before or just after moving day.
The Moving-In Checklist
Six simple steps, start to finish — no window-measuring required on your part.
1. Book a Free Home Consultation
There's nothing to prepare and no windows to measure yourself. Book online or by phone, and we'll arrange a visit before or shortly after you move in.
2. We Measure Every Window for You
An advisor visits your new home with fabric swatch books in hand and takes exact professional measurements of every window, so there's no risk of getting sizing wrong. The visit typically takes 30 to 60 minutes.
3. Get an Instant, No-Obligation Quote
You'll receive a quote on the spot, based on your exact measurements and fabric choice, valid for 7 days — plenty of time to compare or run it past a partner or landlord.
4. Confirm With a 50% Deposit
Ready to go ahead? A 50% deposit secures your order, paid by Bank Transfer or PayPal. Cheques aren't accepted.
5. Your Blinds Are Made to Measure
Every blind and shutter is manufactured specifically for your windows, typically within 7 to 14 working days.
6. Fitting Is Arranged Around You
Fitting is usually booked within 1 to 4 weeks of ordering, depending on the product and time of year, with evening and weekend appointments available on request. Just make sure an adult over 18 is home to sign off the work and settle the remaining balance.
Extra Reassurance for New-Build Buyers and Renters
If you're moving into a new-build, a rental, or a buy-to-let, cost and peace of mind both matter. Every order comes with a 1-year product guarantee as standard (Window Shutters carry an even longer 10-year warranty). And if you find the same blinds, in the same size and specification, cheaper elsewhere, our Lowest Price Guarantee means we'll match it — and try to beat it.
Landlords and new-build developers furnishing multiple properties at once can ask about our commercial blinds packages for a more tailored, portfolio-wide approach. Ready to see what's available before your consultation? Take a look at our full window blinds range to get a feel for styles and fabrics first.
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