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Blind installation cost: what pros charge in 2026

By Nicholas Lipari, founder of PlainJob · Updated · 4 min read

Short answer: installing blinds costs about $15 to $50 per window in labor, or $55 to $170 per standard window with the blinds (Angi). A whole house of about eight windows averages around $754.

National figures from the sources listed at the bottom. Local prices vary; use them as a starting point.

What it costs

ItemTypical cost
Labor, per window$15–$50
Standard 2×4 ft window, installed$55–$170
Whole house (about 8 windows)$208–$1,341 (average $754)
Mini blinds (per window)$20–$140
Cellular shades$65–$380
Roman shades$65–$400
Vertical blinds, sliding door$135–$650
Motorized blinds$400–$600

Handyman or licensed pro?

Blinds and shades are handyman work with no license needed. Motorized blinds that are hardwired need an electrician for the wiring. Rules vary by state; see handyman license requirements by state.

How to quote it

  1. Measure inside or outside mount for every window before ordering.
  2. Price per window with a minimum per visit.
  3. Add old-blind removal and haul-away as lines.

More prices in the handyman price list.

Sources

Questions

How much does it cost to install blinds?

About $15 to $50 per window in labor, or $55 to $170 per standard window with the blinds, according to Angi.

How much do blinds cost for a whole house?

About $754 on average for eight windows, with most jobs between $208 and $1,341.

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