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Your home stays cooler during the day without cranking the thermostat. You’re not squinting at your TV or dealing with sun glare on your laptop anymore. The rooms you couldn’t use in the afternoon become usable again.
Blackout roller shades give you full control over light and heat. You decide when the sun comes in and when it doesn’t. That means better sleep in bedrooms, lower energy bills in living spaces, and furniture that doesn’t fade after one Texas summer.
Del Valle homeowners deal with intense sun exposure most of the year. Interior roller shades designed for this climate don’t just filter light—they reject heat before it builds up inside. That’s the difference between a window treatment that looks good and one that actually performs.
A Plus Shutters & Shades grew out of A Plus Home Remodel, a construction company that’s been working in Texas homes for over a decade. We didn’t start with shutters—we started with full remodels, which means we understand how homes are built, how they lose energy, and what actually works long-term.
We’re based in Arlington and serve Del Valle and the surrounding Austin area with the same approach: measure right, install right, and use materials that hold up in this climate. No franchises, no upselling, no runaround. Just local crews who know what Texas heat does to cheap window treatments.
You’re not getting a salesperson who memorized a script. You’re working with people who’ve seen what happens when roller shade blinds are installed poorly or made with the wrong fabric for the job.
We start with a free consultation at your home in Del Valle. We measure your windows, talk through what you’re dealing with—heat, glare, privacy, whatever—and show you fabric samples so you can see the difference between light-filtering and blackout options in your actual space.
Once you pick your materials, operating system, and any motorized features, we custom-build your roller blinds for windows to fit your exact measurements. No guessing, no adjustments later. When they’re ready, our install team comes out and mounts them properly—level, secure, and tested before we leave.
The whole process usually takes a week or two depending on the scope. You’ll know the timeline upfront, and we don’t move on until you’re clear on what’s happening next. After installation, we walk you through how everything operates and answer any questions on the spot.
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Every roller shade we install is built to your exact window dimensions using fabrics rated for UV protection and heat rejection. You choose from light-filtering materials that soften harsh sunlight or blackout blinds for windows that need complete darkness. Both options reduce cooling costs—blackout fabrics just take it further.
Motorized roller shades are available if you want remote control or smart home integration. That’s especially useful for hard-to-reach windows or if you want to automate your shades based on time of day. We install systems compatible with most smart home platforms, and they’re surprisingly reliable once set up correctly.
Del Valle’s climate demands window treatments that can handle prolonged sun exposure without fading, warping, or losing tension. The roller blind window systems we use are designed for high-heat environments, and the fabrics are tested for colorfastness and durability. You’re not replacing these in two years because the Texas sun destroyed them.
We also handle odd-shaped or oversized windows that most companies won’t touch. If you’ve got large patio doors, angled windows, or anything custom, we measure and fabricate specifically for that opening.
It depends on your home’s size, how many windows face south or west, and how much direct sun exposure you’re dealing with. Most Del Valle homeowners see a noticeable drop in cooling costs during summer months—sometimes $75 to $150 per month—when they install blackout blinds on their hottest windows.
The savings come from blocking heat before it enters your home. Your AC doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain temperature, which means it runs less and lasts longer. Interior roller shades with high UV-blocking ratings can reject up to 99% of sunlight, which makes a measurable difference in rooms that get afternoon sun.
If your goal is lower energy bills, focus on the windows that get the most direct sunlight first. You’ll feel the difference within the first billing cycle, especially if you’re currently using basic blinds or nothing at all.
Light-filtering fabrics let some natural light through while still reducing glare and blocking UV rays. You get a softer, diffused glow instead of harsh direct sunlight. They’re good for living rooms, kitchens, or anywhere you want light control without making the space feel dark.
Blackout roller shades block nearly all light. When they’re down, the room goes dark—no light bleed around the edges if they’re installed correctly. These work best in bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms, or any space where you need complete darkness or maximum heat rejection.
Both options reduce energy costs, but blackout blinds for windows perform better in high-heat situations because they reflect more solar energy. If you’re trying to keep a room cool during peak sun hours, blackout is the way to go. If you just want to cut glare and protect your floors from fading, light-filtering does the job without sacrificing natural light.
If you have windows that are hard to reach, or if you want to control multiple shades at once without walking around your house, motorized systems make sense. They’re especially useful for large roller blinds for windows or anything mounted high up where you’d need a ladder to adjust manually.
The other benefit is automation. You can program your shades to close during the hottest part of the day and open in the evening when temperatures drop. That maximizes energy efficiency without you having to think about it. Most systems integrate with Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit, so you can control them with your phone or voice commands.
The upfront cost is higher, but the convenience and energy savings add up over time. If you’re installing shades throughout your home, motorizing the main living areas and bedrooms usually makes the most sense. You don’t have to motorize everything—just the windows where it’ll actually improve your daily routine.
The actual installation usually takes a few hours depending on how many windows you’re covering. For a typical home with 8 to 12 windows, we’re usually in and out in half a day. Larger homes or projects with motorized systems take longer, but we give you a clear timeline during the consultation so you know what to expect.
The lead time before installation is usually one to two weeks. That’s how long it takes to custom-build your roller shade blinds to your exact window measurements. We don’t keep pre-made inventory because every window is different, and custom sizing is the only way to ensure proper fit and performance.
Once we’re on-site, we mount each shade, check for level and smooth operation, and test motorized features if applicable. We don’t leave until everything works the way it should. If you notice any issues after we’re gone, we come back and make it right.
Yes, but it requires the right hardware and fabric tension system. Large roller blinds for windows need reinforced mounting brackets and a clutch or motorized lift system to handle the weight. We measure and spec everything based on the size of the opening, so you’re not dealing with sagging fabric or a shade that’s hard to operate.
For sliding glass doors in Del Valle homes, we typically recommend motorized systems because manual operation gets awkward on wider spans. Motorized roller shades handle large openings smoothly, and you can open or close them without pulling on fabric or dealing with a long chain.
The fabrics we use for oversized windows are engineered to maintain tension across wider widths. Cheaper materials tend to bow or wrinkle on large installations, which ruins the look and reduces performance. We only use fabrics rated for the span we’re covering, so your blackout roller shades stay flat and functional for years.
Very little if they’re installed correctly with quality materials. Dust them occasionally with a microfiber cloth or vacuum attachment to keep fabric clean. If you get a stain, spot-clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent—don’t soak the fabric or use harsh chemicals.
The bigger maintenance issue in Texas is making sure your roller shade blinds are mounted securely. Heat expansion can loosen brackets over time if they weren’t installed into studs or solid backing. We use proper anchors and mounting techniques during installation so your shades don’t sag or pull away from the wall after a few months.
Motorized systems need occasional battery changes if they’re battery-powered, or they run on your home’s electrical system with no maintenance required. The motors we install are rated for thousands of cycles, so they hold up well even with daily use. If something does go wrong, we handle repairs and adjustments as needed.
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