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The Faces of Our Commitment to Window Treatment Excellence

At Sanford Verticals, we’re more than just a business. We’re a family of window treatment specialists in Central Florida who are passionate about our craft. Meet the team and discover their expertise, their commitment to quality, and their unwavering dedication to delivering the best possible experience for our customers.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect window treatments for your home or need help bringing your vision to life, our team is here to help. With a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion, the Sanford Verticals team is your partner in creating the right blinds, shades, shutters and much more for your home and/or office.

This post was updated on July 14th, 2025


Andrew Hunter Whitlock

Andrew (Drew) was born and raised in Sanford, Florida, on October 22nd, 1987. With a strong family connection to the window treatment industry, Drew learned the ropes of blind installation at a young age, working alongside his father David. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills and gained invaluable experience by overseeing thousands of successful residential and commercial installation projects for a national window covering company.

David Crockett Summers Sr.

David (Dave) was born on December 21st, 1940, in Dixie, West Virginia, and has lived a life dedicated to mastering the art of window treatment production. As a proud father of two sons and two daughters, Dave has instilled in his family the same passion and commitment to excellence that drives his work.

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Window Blinds

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Window Shutters

Transform your windows with our stunning collection of window shutters. From traditional to modern, we have it all.

Window Shades

Elevate your home's style with our diverse selection of window shaded. From classic to contemporary, we got you covered.

Motorization

Take your window blinds to the next level with motorization. Experience the convenience and luxury of remote control operation.

Discover Our Unique Culture

Andrew Hunter Whitlock and David Crockett Summers Sr. posing next to the company van.
Sanford Verticals is a family-owned and operated window treatment company in Central Florida, with a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service and high-quality products. The company culture is built on the values of integrity, honesty, and hard work. The team is dedicated to creating beautiful and functional window treatments that will enhance the look and feel of any home, while providing a personal touch and a seamless experience for the customer. Feel free to navigate our service area map in Central Florida.

The company is also focused on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. The team is composed of skilled professionals who work together to achieve common goals and to provide the best service to their customers. The company prides itself on being a reliable and trusted source for window treatments in the Sanford area and they are dedicated to meeting the specific needs of each customer.

Our culture is one of quality, dedication, and customer satisfaction. We strive to provide exceptional service and high-quality window treatments, while fostering a positive and supportive work environment.

Andrew Hunter Whitlock and David Crockett Summers Sr. posing next to the company van.

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Testimonials

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  • We have been very pleased with Sanford Verticals. We had plantation shutters installed almost two years ago and the process was a breeze. Sanford Verticals walked us through all the... read more

    Rachel Enot Avatar Rachel Enot
    March 13, 2023

    Highly recommended!! Thorough explanations during the estimate process with my interests at heart. Showed up on time, on budget, with a perfect install. If I had more windows I’d use... read more

    Christopher jette Avatar Christopher jette
    April 16, 2023

    Andrew came out to measure all 17 windows and gave us a quote. A couple of weeks later, he and Jim came to install our plantation shutters. OMG, they are... read more

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    C S Avatar C S
    February 16, 2023
  • Amazing! Wouldn't go anywhere else highly recommend. Always on time and so professional.

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    Hollie Rea Avatar Hollie Rea
    February 16, 2023

    It was the best decision we could have made in using Sanford Verticals. Our home looks great and the team at Sanford Verticals made this process effortless. They... read more

    Regina Avatar Regina
    February 16, 2023

    Very professional experience. Arrived on time. Discussed all possible options and helped us make the right decision. Product and installation were both awesome. Highly recommended

    john Valentine Avatar john Valentine
    February 16, 2023
  • Andrew and James are the best, they furnished and installed plantation shutters in our new home and we are very pleased. We highly recommend them!

    Jay Dougherty Avatar Jay Dougherty
    May 16, 2023

    Recently had a need for vertical blind assistance and quickly realized that most places don’t have the time or patience to deal with anyone that isn’t ready to immediately purchase... read more

    Kara Regenauer Avatar Kara Regenauer
    May 16, 2023

    Andrew was prompt and professional and walked us throw all of the blinds options and helped us pick out the right ones for each window. He was never pushy and... read more

    Max VelDink Avatar Max VelDink
    June 27, 2023
  • Quality customer service and quality product with a fair price - couldn't ask for anything more

    Kathy Avatar Kathy
    March 16, 2023

    Installation was quick, prices were competitive and service was great! My new blinds look fantastic!

    Davia Moss Avatar Davia Moss
    February 16, 2023

    Amazing work done! Andrew, you guys did a great job and got us what exactly we were looking for. Very well knowledge and perfectionist. I'm so glad we went with... read more

    Jay Patel Avatar Jay Patel
    December 16, 2022
  • Came out same day I called, measured my windows, came back in 2 hours and installed 4 double windows with vertical blinds. Pleasant, helpful and very courteous. Explained the process... read more

    Sammy G Ginicola Avatar Sammy G Ginicola
    February 16, 2023

    Honest and expert service. Came for an estimate on replacing a blind and offered to repair it without me even asking. Repaired it at no cost even though I offered... read more

    Professional Aquatic Services Avatar Professional Aquatic Services
    April 18, 2023

    My plantation shutters, brand new Blinds and motorized shades look amazing!!! Everything was as they said it would be!!! HIGHLY recommended!

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    Derek Janney Avatar Derek Janney
    June 27, 2023
  • Excellent service and a very professional team, love the way they took care of the minimal things. Highly recommend it, my husband and I are tremendously happy with our shutters,... read more

    Rosita D'Martínez Avatar Rosita D'Martínez
    March 27, 2022

    We can't say enough good things about Sanford Verticals. From inquiry through installation, they were extremely professional, customer service friendly and thorough. If you are contemplating shutters, do it! It's... read more

    Aileen McManus Avatar Aileen McManus
    June 2, 2023

    Loving our new shutters’. Great service, quality, and price! Our home feels even more homier!! Thank you for making our home beautiful

    Grace Galarce Avatar Grace Galarce
    June 9, 2023
  • Andrew came out to measure all 17 windows and gave us a quote. A couple of weeks later, he and Jim came to install our plantation shutters. OMG, they are... read more

    Cat Simer Avatar Cat Simer
    February 27, 2023

    Excellent service! Family owned business with years of experience. Courteous, knowledgeable and professional. Our living room looks better!

    Fulleriffic Avatar Fulleriffic
    March 16, 2023

    I had plantation shutters and motorized blinds installed in my house. Sanford Verticals did an amazing job! They were very friendly and professional. Call Andrew. I could not be more... read more

    Michael Stanton Avatar Michael Stanton
    March 27, 2022
  • The entire experience with Andrew (Owner) and Sanford Verticals from the first meeting to completion of the project is A++. They are professional, courteous, and dependable. They deliver quality and... read more

    Mark Cortes Avatar Mark Cortes
    February 27, 2023

    Wasn't able to find what I needed in large name stores. Went Jim through Sanford Verticals and had an amazing experience. Love my blinds. Would highly recommend them.

    Melissa Bonetti Avatar Melissa Bonetti
    April 16, 2023

    Andrew and his team provided excellent service for our window blinds project at home and great customer service. They even provided spare accessories. Kudos!

    Sandeep Janwadkar Avatar Sandeep Janwadkar
    May 16, 2023
  • Andrew and Jim did an amazing job installing our plantation shutters. Great quality! What incredible Wow factor! I knew I liked the look of the plantation shutter, but these exceed... read more

    Cat H Avatar Cat H
    February 27, 2023

    Found them in everybody business magazines call them up and they gave me a quick appointment.and found a solution to my problem. I truly recommend them . I will not... read more

    Roxymariamd Delgado Avatar Roxymariamd Delgado
    February 16, 2023

    Exceptional service! Prompt! Friendly! Experienced! Talented! I needed new vertical blinds for my new townhome sliders and odd shaped windows and placed a call to Sanford Verticals. Andrew... read more

    Renee Plouff Avatar Renee Plouff
    February 27, 2023
  • Andrew and Jim, are fantastic to work with. I do design work in the area and have worked with so many different companies from Hunter Douglas to Budget. ... read more

    Dana Keen Avatar Dana Keen
    February 16, 2023

    Awsome!!

    Lessli Hernadez Avatar Lessli Hernadez
    May 19, 2023

    I highly recommend Sanford Verticals to anyone in the area looking for blinds. Andrew was a pleasure to work with. He and his company were very polite, diligent, and communicated... read more

    Ashley Mikutel Avatar Ashley Mikutel
    May 27, 2022

Testimonials

  • These gentlemen called to say they could come early. That’s right early, in Florida. They are experts in their field. Have no fear calling Sanford Blinds. You will be... read more

    Linda Rinner Avatar Linda Rinner
    March 16, 2023
  • Great people to work with. I recommend them to all my customers and they do excellent work!

    Sanford Carpet and Flooring Avatar Sanford Carpet and Flooring
    April 16, 2023
  • Excellent service! Family owned business with years of experience. Courteous, knowledgeable and professional. Our living room looks better!

    Fulleriffic Avatar Fulleriffic
    March 16, 2023
  • Andrew and James are the best, they furnished and installed plantation shutters in our new home and we are very pleased. We highly recommend them!

    Jay Dougherty Avatar Jay Dougherty
    May 16, 2023
  • Found them in everybody business magazines call them up and they gave me a quick appointment.and found a solution to my problem. I truly recommend them . I will not... read more

    Roxymariamd Delgado Avatar Roxymariamd Delgado
    February 16, 2023
  • The entire experience with Andrew (Owner) and Sanford Verticals from the first meeting to completion of the project is A++. They are professional, courteous, and dependable. They deliver quality and... read more

    Mark Cortes Avatar Mark Cortes
    February 27, 2023
  • Honest and expert service. Came for an estimate on replacing a blind and offered to repair it without me even asking. Repaired it at no cost even though I offered... read more

    Professional Aquatic Services Avatar Professional Aquatic Services
    April 18, 2023
  • Loving our new shutters’. Great service, quality, and price! Our home feels even more homier!! Thank you for making our home beautiful

    Grace Galarce Avatar Grace Galarce
    June 9, 2023
  • We have been very pleased with Sanford Verticals. We had plantation shutters installed almost two years ago and the process was a breeze. Sanford Verticals walked us through all the... read more

    Rachel Enot Avatar Rachel Enot
    March 13, 2023
  • First of all, Andrew spent a great deal of time going over all of the different products that would be complementary to my home, and was very patient with me,... read more

    Asenath Cassel Avatar Asenath Cassel
    May 16, 2023

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