Our available controls: Rainier Blinds offers Roman and woven wood shades with motorized operation only. Available controls and power options for other products are confirmed at your consultation.
A custom shade quote should let you picture exactly what will arrive at each window. Before you approve it, check the product, fabric, mount, controls, installation, and warranty against the choices you made during the consultation.
Whether you’re updating two bedrooms in Auburn or several rooms in Seattle, use this line-by-line review to catch missing details while there’s still time to ask questions.
Quick takeaways
- Match every quoted shade to a specific window.
- Record the exact fabric, color, lining, and control selections.
- Confirm installation scope, any added equipment, and the written warranty.
- Request one updated quote after changes so you know which version you’re approving.
Give every shade a clear window location
Start with the room and opening, then check the quantity. “Living room, left window when facing outside” is easier to verify than “three living room shades.” If one large opening will receive multiple shades, make sure that arrangement is clear.
Ask where the final measurements and mounting details are recorded. Confirm inside or outside mounting, the planned hardware finish, and any trim, handles, or nearby doors that affect placement.
You don’t need to remeasure the house yourself. You do need to recognize each item and confirm that every window you intended to include is listed.
Match the fabric description to the sample
“White roller shade” leaves room for confusion. Ask for the selected fabric collection, color name or code, and light-control choice. If a lining or second fabric layer is part of the design, it should be identified too.
Rainier’s indoor shade options distinguish light-filtering and blackout fabrics. The finished light control also depends on the mount and fit. For a bedroom, ask what to expect around the edges. For a street-facing room, discuss privacy with the lights on after dark.
Before approving, match the written selection to the sample you chose in your home. If you changed colors during the visit, check that the final choice made it onto the order.
Confirm the controls and power plan
Check the operation listed for each window. A remote-controlled shade and a shade configured for your smart-home system involve different choices.
Rainier’s Motorized package includes an RF motor and handheld remote. The Smart package uses a Matter-compatible motor, with your home system and any additional equipment confirmed before you order. Available controls depend on the selected product; Roman and woven wood shades are motorized only.
Ask these questions while reviewing the quote:
- What control is included for this shade?
- How will it receive power, and what charging or access will it need?
- Is any additional equipment required, and is it included in the total?
- What setup and demonstration will happen at installation?
Record the confirmed answers rather than relying on a general “smart ready” description.
Check installation and old blind removal
Installation deserves its own review, especially for tall or awkwardly placed windows.
Rainier’s own crew handles measuring and installation. Installation is included for most homes, while complex work can carry an added fee disclosed at the consultation. Examples include drilling into concrete or tile, an extension ladder, a vaulted ceiling or stairwell window, or a second technician for safe handling.
Check whether any of those conditions apply to your project and whether the quote includes them. Old-blind removal and disposal are normally included, but should still be confirmed in your quote. The installation FAQ explains the current approach.
Read the warranty beyond the number of years
Check the warranty period listed for each shade and control package. If your order mixes controls between rooms, confirm which written terms apply to each product, its controls, and the installation.
Then read the coverage. Rainier’s warranty and support details cover manufacturing defects and installation workmanship as stated at the time of sale. Misuse, unauthorized modifications, and normal wear are excluded. Your order confirms the applicable product coverage.
Ask who to contact if something needs attention and keep the quote with your order documents. Any applicable service costs are explained before work is arranged; the warranty period alone does not tell you what a particular visit will cost.
Review the final version before paying a deposit
After any revisions, ask for one current quote with the complete selections and total. Check which taxes, installation charges, equipment, and other applicable costs are included. Read the payment schedule and change or cancellation terms before approving the order.
Confirm the current production and installation estimate too. Timing depends on the selected products, fabrics, and schedule, so ask about your actual order rather than planning around a general turnaround estimate.
Before paying a deposit, make sure you can answer yes to these questions:
- Are the windows, quantities, and mounting choices correct?
- Do the fabric and control selections match what I chose?
- Are the installation scope and any additional charges clear?
- Have I reviewed the warranty, total, payment terms, and timing?
- Is this the final version I intend to approve?
Frequently asked questions
What if a detail is missing from my shade quote?
Ask for clarification and a written update before approving. A short room-by-room list of questions can keep the review straightforward. If an answer changes the product or price, have that change reflected in the current quote.
Should every room use the same control package?
Your quote can be reviewed window by window. Ask which controls are available for each selected style, then confirm the choice and warranty for each line item. Don’t assume one package label describes the whole order.
Does blackout fabric guarantee a completely dark room?
Finished light control depends on the fabric, mounting, and fit. Ask about the expected edge gaps and coverage for the actual window before you order.
Ready to review the options in your home
Rainier Blinds brings fabric samples, measures your windows, and provides pricing for your selections. Book an in-home consultation to discuss the details before you order.
Consultations are free within 60 driving miles of Auburn, WA. Farther-away projects are considered individually, with any consultation fee quoted before booking and credited toward your order.