“How long will it take?” is one of the first things clients ask us. The answer has two parts: how long the whole process takes, from your first call to the day everything is up, and how long the installation itself takes on the day. So, after 38 years of making and installing blinds and curtains in Johannesburg and Pretoria, here’s our honest guide to both.
| Product | From order to installation |
|---|---|
| Blinds (roller, Venetian and more) | About 3 weeks |
| Curtains, including wave curtains | About 3 weeks |
| Shutters | About 5 to 6 weeks |
| Imported fabric not in stock | Can take longer. We tell you upfront. |
However, if a fabric you choose isn’t in stock, we tell you during the quoting process. That way, there are no surprises later.
Our team trains well, uses the best equipment and does this every day. As a result, the work goes quickly. Here’s a good guide:
| Job | Approximate time |
|---|---|
| One blind | 10 to 15 minutes |
| One curtain | Up to about an hour, depending on size |
| Shutters | About 1 to 1½ hours per window |
| Motorised blinds | Add 5 to 10 minutes for programming (a wall-switch setup takes about an hour) |
| A 3-bedroom house | About half a day |
| A large house | Usually one day |
In addition, we use battery-operated tools, so load-shedding and power cuts don’t stop the job. Our drills also have a vacuum attached, so dust doesn’t land on your floor.
We’re usually the last team to arrive on a building or renovation project. We come in after the painters finish and after someone cleans the windows and the inside of the house. That’s because dust and paint can damage the fabrics you’ve paid good money for. For this reason, it’s worth waiting until everyone else has finished.
Similarly, if we can’t get to the windows, or lots of people and furniture stand in the way, the job takes longer.
Double-volume and very high windows may need scaffolding. Putting it up and taking it down adds time. However, we plan for it, and we include it in your quote.
Yes, in special cases. If you need your blinds urgently, for example before moving in or before a special event, we offer an express option for blinds, and we can also discuss curtains with you. An express order carries a surcharge and moves your order to the front of the queue. As a result, we can often finish it in about a week. Of course, it depends on the size of the order, so speak to us early and we’ll tell you what’s possible.
For example, a little preparation makes the day quicker and smoother:
In short, when you plan ahead, we plan ahead, and the installation goes even quicker.
About 10 to 15 minutes per blind. A 3-bedroom house usually takes about half a day, and a large house about one day.
About 3 weeks for blinds and curtains, and about 5 to 6 weeks for shutters. However, it can take longer if an imported fabric is not in stock, and we tell you upfront.
Usually within 1 to 3 days of your enquiry, and you get your quote the next day.
In special cases, yes. Our express option has a surcharge and can often be done in about a week, depending on the size of the order.
After. We install blinds and curtains last, once the painting and cleaning are done. That way, dust and paint can’t damage the fabric.
In other words, the sooner you book your free consultation, the sooner we can finish your windows. We offer free home consultations across Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounds. Wondering about cost? Read How Much Does Professional Blinds Installation Cost?, or see why we recommend professional installation over DIY.
📞 +27 83 277 2739 (call or WhatsApp)
✉️ sales@blindconcepts.co.za
📍 41 1st Avenue, Edenvale, Gauteng
Blinds, Shutters and unique designer curtains, whatever your needs – No job too small or too big we guarantee professional workmanship.
