Budget Blinds was founded on the principle of providing high quality window coverings to consumers in a highly convenient way and at prices that fit almost every budget. Today, the Budget Blinds franchise system still strives to provide consumers with superior products through convenient, complimentary in-home consultations that include measuring and professional installation. Every year since 1996, Budget Blinds has been voted the #1 window coverings franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine (Entrepreneur, 2024).
Total Franchise Units: 1499
Company Owned Units: 0
States Registered In: All States
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: No
Minimum Net Worth: $250,000
Franchise Fee: $89,950*
Royalty: Greater of $2500 or 3.5% Gross rev
Ad: $1000*
Average Number of Employees:1-2
Item 19: Yes
US 2023- Gross Sales for 1 territory an average of $795k, 2 territories $1.2M and 3+ territories $2.7M
Canada 2023- Gross Sales for 1 territory an average of $936k, 2 territories $1.4M
SBA Approved: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Home Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
*Tier 1 territory, please request info on Tier 2 & Tier 3 investment ranges
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training: 2-week Start up Training covers everything you need to know to start strong – administration, office set-up, technology, marketing your business locally, product knowledge and installation. (Travel & Accommodations included for Start-Up Training). On-going Training Opportunities: Annual Convention, Regional Recharge and Reconnect (R&R) Meetings, Online forums to exchange best practices with fellow franchisees, Installation Training, Product Training through Alliance Vendors; On-call Business Support Representatives; On-call Technical Support for supported applications.
Other Info: Tier 2 Financing $45,000 over 5yrs at 10%, Tier 3 Financing $30,000 over 5yrs at 10%