Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin offers a variety of window covering products with free in-home consultations at its Rohnert Park showroom. In addition to carrying blinds, shades, shutters, and drapes made by industry-leading manufacturers like Hunter Douglas and Norman, the company has the in-house capabilities to install window coverings for residential and commercial clients in Marin and Sonoma Counties.
Co-owner Jennifer Rennia credits much of Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin’s success to its wide-ranging home décor expertise. “I worked as a real estate appraiser for 26 years and my husband [co-owner Tony Rennia] did all kinds of work in the trades, so we’re used to going into people’s homes and bringing their visions to life,” she explains. “We utilize our skills to transform every home interior into something truly special.”
Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin prioritizes communication in every aspect of its operations, which Mrs. Rennia says is important for ensuring high levels of quality. “Our clients often remark that we’re easy to work with, and communication is a big part of that. Once we finish an installation, we have the homeowner fill out a questionnaire to make sure everything was done to their satisfaction, and we always follow up so they know they can call us directly if they need any help.”
“We focus on making our customers happy and coming up with results that meet and exceed their expectations. At the end of the day, we want them to love their new window coverings so much that they refer us to others and come back as repeat customers.”
When looking for a window covering product, don’t forget that style is just as important as functionality.
Quality window coverings can last decades if properly maintained, so in addition to purchasing a product that’s high-quality and functional, you should make sure it looks great and matches your personal style. That’s why it’s a good idea to do business with a window covering company that supplements its sales and installation services with design capabilities.
Design isn’t just about what looks good—it’s also about knowing which products work best for specific applications. Make sure the company you choose knows how a particular fabric will hang, how long it will last in the sun and how it will insulate from the cold. If you’re worried about your carpet fading, a good designer can also help you find transparent shades that reduce the amount of UV light your house receives.
If you have a home theater system or even just a high-end stereo or large-screen TV, it’s important to consider acoustics. Drapes darken rooms when necessary, but they can also absorb sound. If you’re installing a home theater worth several thousand dollars, you should definitely consider the acoustics of the room and how your window treatments can affect it.
If you’re considering a complete redecoration of your home, remember that new drapes can often make a room seem fresh, even if nothing else has changed. A good designer can recommend replacement drapes or window treatments that tie into the existing decor. Also, shifting furniture around can often create a new design feel without spending any money.
When you’re shopping for window treatments, you may be tempted to see what your local big-box store has to offer, but according to Jennifer Rennia, co-owner of Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin in Rohnert Park, that actually limits your ability to customize your project. “If you order premade window coverings, you have to do all the measuring and installation, so you won’t get a truly custom fit,” she says. “If that’s important to you, a smaller window treatment company will be able to handle that process.”
Maintaining customer satisfaction is essential for any successful business, but it’s even more important for window covering companies that have earned Diamond Certified. For Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin, the most effective way to keep clients happy is to utilize its wide-ranging skills to bring their visions to life. “We communicate well, we’re easy to work with and our products are at good price points,” says co-owner Jennifer Rennia. “We truly love being able to decorate people’s homes, so we work hard to make sure every customer loves their new window coverings and is completely satisfied with our service.”
Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin has been offering blinds, shades, shutters, drapes, and other window covering products at its Rohnert Park showroom since 2018. In addition to carrying products made by industry-leading manufacturers like Hunter Douglas and Norman, the company has the training and equipment to install window coverings for residential and commercial clients in Marin and Sonoma Counties.
Unlike less experienced window covering companies that offer limited products and price ranges, Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin maintains an expanded selection that’s designed to meet a wide variety of needs. “We have a large vendor alliance, so we’re able to offer more products at multiple price groups in order to find the best fit for each customer,” explains Mrs. Rennia. “From eco-friendly and energy-efficient window treatments to child-safe products and smart blinds, we have what they’re looking for.”
Another distinguishing feature of Budget Blinds of Central Marin and South Marin is its in-house installation team, which is comprised of the company’s own employees rather than subcontractors. “Our customers know exactly who will be in their homes from start to finish, which they really appreciate,” affirms Mrs. Rennia. “Doing our own installations also gives us an edge when it comes to warranty coverage, as we’re able to offer a ‘no questions asked’ warranty. That means after we install a customer’s window coverings, they can call us directly and we’ll take care of any issues.”
