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You’ll notice the difference the first night. No more streetlight glare keeping you awake. No more waking up at 5:30 a.m. because the sun decided it’s time. Blackout roller shades give you control over when light enters your bedroom—not the other way around.
Your energy bills drop because you’re not fighting Texas heat all summer. Quality roller blinds for windows act as insulation, keeping cool air inside where it belongs. That means your AC isn’t running overtime, and you’re not paying for air that’s leaking out through inefficient windows.
And privacy? Solved. When your shades are down, no one sees in. You get to enjoy your home without feeling like you’re on display, which matters in a neighborhood as close-knit as Shady Hollow.
The right interior roller shades also protect your furniture, flooring, and artwork from UV damage. Sun fading is real, and it’s expensive to replace. Blackout window blinds block 100% of UV rays, so your home stays looking newer, longer.
A Plus Shutters & Shades isn’t just a window treatment company. We’re a branch of A Plus Home Remodel, which means we’ve spent over 10 years working on homes throughout the Arlington area—including plenty in Shady Hollow. We understand how homes here are built, what homeowners care about, and what actually works in this climate.
We’re local, based in Arlington, and we only install products we’d put in our own homes. That includes Texas-made roller shade blinds built to handle the heat, humidity, and sun exposure that comes with living here.
When you work with us, you’re not getting a salesperson. You’re getting someone with construction experience who knows how to measure correctly, install precisely, and make sure everything works the way it should from day one.
It starts with a free consultation at your home. We come to you, measure your windows, talk through what you’re dealing with—whether that’s light control, energy costs, privacy, or all three—and show you options that actually fit your needs and budget.
Once you choose your roller shades, we order them custom-made to your exact window dimensions. No guessing. No gaps along the edges where light sneaks through. These are built specifically for your home.
Then we schedule installation at a time that works for you. Our installers have a construction background, so they know how to work around trim, handle tricky window shapes, and make sure everything is level and secure. Most installations are done in a few hours, and we clean up completely before we leave.
After installation, we walk you through how everything works—whether that’s cordless operation, motorized controls, or smart home integration. You’ll know exactly how to use your new blackout roller shades, and we make sure you’re completely satisfied before we consider the job done.
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Every roller shade we install is custom-measured for your specific windows. That means no light gaps, no awkward sizing, and no “close enough” measurements. In Shady Hollow homes—where windows range from standard sizes to custom architectural designs—this precision matters.
You get blackout blinds for windows that actually block light. Not “room darkening.” Not “light filtering.” Complete blackout. This is especially important for bedrooms facing east, home theaters, or any room where you need total darkness on demand.
Energy efficiency is built in. The materials we use provide insulation that keeps your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter. In a neighborhood where median home values are nearly $700,000, protecting that investment with quality window treatments makes financial sense.
We offer motorized options that integrate with smart home systems—app control, voice activation through Alexa or Google Nest, and programmable schedules. And if you prefer simple, we have cordless designs that are safer for homes with kids and pets.
All of our roller shade blinds come with a warranty, and because we’re local, we’re here if you ever need service or adjustments. You’re not calling a 1-800 number. You’re calling the same people who installed your shades.
Blackout roller shades block 100% of light. Room darkening shades block most light, but not all of it. If you’ve ever installed “room darkening” blinds and still woke up to sunlight creeping in around the edges, you know the difference matters.
True blackout blinds use materials specifically engineered to prevent any light transmission. The fabric is thicker, often with multiple layers, and the installation includes side channels or precise mounting that eliminates light gaps. This is what you need for bedrooms, nurseries, or home theaters where even a small amount of light is disruptive.
Room darkening shades are fine for living rooms or spaces where you want to reduce glare but don’t need complete darkness. But for sleep quality—especially in Shady Hollow where early morning sun and streetlights are common complaints—blackout is the only option that actually solves the problem.
Quality roller blinds for windows can reduce heat gain by up to 33% in summer and heat loss by up to 25% in winter. For a typical Shady Hollow home, that translates to noticeable savings—often $15-30 per month depending on your home size and how many windows you cover.
The savings come from insulation. When sun hits your windows directly, it heats up your home and forces your AC to work harder. Blackout roller shades create a barrier that reflects heat before it enters. In winter, they trap warm air inside instead of letting it escape through the glass.
Over the 10-15 year lifespan of quality roller shades, you’re looking at hundreds or even thousands in energy savings. And that doesn’t account for the reduced wear on your HVAC system, which lasts longer when it’s not constantly cycling on and off to fight temperature swings.
Yes. Custom roller shades can be made for windows up to 12 feet wide in most cases, and we regularly install them on arched windows, bay windows, and floor-to-ceiling glass. The key is precise measurement and understanding how the shade will operate given the window’s size and shape.
For very wide windows, we sometimes recommend multiple shades mounted side by side rather than one massive shade. This makes operation smoother and reduces wear on the mechanism. For arched or angled windows, we can do shaped shades or mount rectangular shades in a way that covers the functional part of the window while complementing the architecture.
In Shady Hollow, where many homes have custom architectural features, we’ve handled plenty of non-standard installations. Our construction background means we know how to work with what’s there—whether that’s mounting to brick, working around plantation shutters on other windows, or integrating with existing trim.
Motorized roller shades connect to your home’s WiFi and can be controlled through an app on your phone, voice commands via Alexa or Google Assistant, or programmed schedules. You can set your bedroom shades to close automatically at sunset and open at 7 a.m., for example.
The motor is hidden inside the roller tube, so there are no visible cords or mechanisms—just a clean, modern look. Most systems run on rechargeable batteries that last 6-12 months, though some can be hardwired if you prefer. Charging is simple, usually via USB.
The smart home integration means you can control shades from anywhere. Close them remotely if you forgot before leaving for vacation. Open them from bed without getting up. Group multiple shades together so your entire first floor closes with one command. For homes in Shady Hollow where smart home features are increasingly standard, motorized blackout roller shades fit right into that ecosystem.
No. Roller shades are one of the lowest-maintenance window treatments available. Most of the time, dusting them every few weeks with a microfiber cloth or vacuuming with a brush attachment is all you need.
For deeper cleaning, you can spot-clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. The fabrics we use are designed to resist dust and stains, and they don’t fade quickly even with direct sun exposure. Unlike fabric curtains that need regular washing or wood blinds that warp and crack, quality roller shade blinds hold up for years with minimal effort.
The mechanisms are equally low-maintenance. Cordless and motorized systems have very few moving parts, so there’s not much that can break. If something does go wrong—which is rare—we’re local and can come out to fix it. But in most cases, once your roller shades are installed, they just work.
From consultation to installation, the typical timeline is 2-3 weeks. That includes time for us to measure, order your custom shades, wait for them to be manufactured, and schedule installation at a time that works for you.
The actual installation is quick—usually 2-4 hours depending on how many windows we’re covering. We’re not tearing anything apart or making structural changes. We’re mounting brackets, hanging shades, and making sure everything operates smoothly.
If you need shades faster, let us know during the consultation. We work with manufacturers who can sometimes expedite orders, especially for standard sizes or urgent situations. And because we’re based in Arlington and serve Shady Hollow regularly, scheduling is flexible. We’re not trying to coordinate trips from across the state.
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