Frequently Asked Questions

Our shutters are sold as packages: Essential $55, Premium $72, and Designer $106 per square foot, installed, with a 12 square foot minimum per opening. A typical 36 by 60 inch window runs about $825 to $1,590 installed. These are premium shutters made locally in Southern California, and licensed, bonded and insured installers do the final measure and the installation. Price your own windows in our online packages at /reserve, or send us sizes and photos for a written quote.

818 Shutters & Shades installs custom plantation shutters (wood, faux wood, and composite), motorized and manual shades (roller, cellular/honeycomb, Roman), and blinds (wood, faux wood, aluminum). All products are custom-manufactured, custom-measured, and professionally installed.

818 Shutters & Shades serves the 818 area code across San Fernando Valley, including Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Woodland Hills, Encino, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Burbank, North Hollywood, Northridge, Porter Ranch, Agoura Hills, Bell Canyon.

Send us your window sizes and a few photos and we'll quote you, usually the same day. Want us to come out with samples and measure? The consultation is free. Call or text us three days and times that work. We carry every major manufacturer, so there's nothing we can't do. Every product carries its manufacturer's warranty. To schedule, call (818) 665-7244 or book online.

Every product is custom-made for your specific windows, so timelines depend on the manufacturer. Our local manufacturers typically deliver in 2 to 3 weeks. Major brand names that ship from overseas take 3 to 6 weeks. We finalize measurements before anything goes into production, so what arrives fits. No reorders, no surprise delays. Installation itself usually takes one day for most homes.

Shutters are rigid panels with adjustable louvers, permanently mounted to the window frame. They offer the best insulation and last 20–25 years. Blinds have individual slats (horizontal or vertical) that tilt for light control and are generally more affordable. Shades are a single piece of fabric that rolls, folds, or stacks — best for soft aesthetics and energy efficiency (especially cellular/honeycomb shades).

Motorized shades add $200–$500 per window compared to manual operation. They are recommended for hard-to-reach windows, large window walls, and smart home setups. Motorized shades integrate with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, can be scheduled on timers, and eliminate cord hazards for child safety.

Payment Methods: We accept Zelle, ACH bank transfer, check, debit cards, and major credit cards. A 3% processing fee applies to credit card payments only. No fee for debit cards, Zelle, ACH, or check. Pay by Zelle to: aric@818shuttersandshades.com — include your quote number in the memo. Cash may be arranged on some projects. Venmo is also available with no card processing fee when funded from a bank. Payment plans and financing options may be available for qualifying projects.