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Step-by-Step Guide to Our In-Home Consultation Process

Thank you for considering our services for your home improvement needs in Central Florida. At our company, we understand the importance of quality products and exceptional customer service. From the initial consultation to the final installation, we strive to provide our clients with a stress-free and enjoyable experience. In this article, we will take you through the step-by-step process of what to expect when you contact us for your free in-home consultation.

From scheduling your appointment to the final walk-around, we will provide you with all the details to ensure a smooth and successful project. So let’s dive into the process of how we work with our clients to bring their vision to life.

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This post was updated on July 14th, 2025


A Comprehensive Guide to Our Hassle-Free Blinds Installation Process

1

Contact Us

You can reach out to us through multiple channels, including phone, email, social media, or our website. We value your time and promise to return your call the same day if we miss it.

2

Schedule Appointment

We work with you to schedule a convenient time for your in-home consultation, usually within 1-3 days of your first contact.

3

Meet the Owner

The owner who schedules your appointment will be present for the sales consultation, arriving on time and wearing booties to keep your home clean.

4

Expert Opinion

We take the time to explain our range of products and offer our expert opinion to help you make the best decision for your home.

5

Written Estimate

You will receive a written estimate on site, which is valid for 30 days, giving you ample time to make a decision.

6

Collect Deposit

If you decide to move forward with the project, the owner will discuss the timeline and collect a deposit of 50%.

7

Order Process

The owner personally handles the ordering process to ensure that you get exactly what was discussed during the consultation.

8

Installation Appointment

Once the product has been produced, the owner reaches out to schedule an installation appointment at a time that works for you.

9

Professional Installation

The owner arrives for the installation on time, wearing booties to keep your home clean. We do not use day laborers, ensuring a professional installation experience.

10

Final Walk-Around

After the product is installed, the owner will do a walk-around with you to answer any questions and explain the product's function. At this time, the balance is collected, and you are left with a beautiful, functional addition to your home.

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Motorization

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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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  • Great job! Made it super easy to decide which shutter was best for us. Done in a timely manner and reasonable.

    Roberts Gidget Avatar Roberts Gidget
    July 12, 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

    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
  • 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

    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 and his team are awesome very professional and the whole process was easy and quick definitely wouldn’t hesitate to use them for future business. We love our new blinds,... read more

    Josh Wojtas Avatar Josh Wojtas
    May 16, 2023
  • I had just purchased a new house in Florida and I had Sanford verticals come and do my windows. I cannot believe the awesome work they do. Everybody raves... read more

    Jeanne Lafauci Avatar Jeanne Lafauci
    June 2, 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

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

    Fulleriffic Avatar Fulleriffic
    March 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

    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 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
  • Excellent service and quality product!

    Laura Headley Avatar Laura Headley
    June 2, 2023

    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

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

    Davia Moss Avatar Davia Moss
    February 16, 2023

    Andrew and James of Sanford Verticals did a PHENOMENAL job installing our plantation shutters. They were professional, gregarious, and courteous. They stuck to the timeline they gave us,... read more

    Rod Williams Avatar Rod Williams
    May 26, 2023

    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
  • 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

    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

    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
  • Great service! My blinds for our office came back very quickly and they look beautiful!

    Alma Correia Avatar Alma Correia
    May 26, 2023

    Thank you Sanford verticals and to you Andrew for an amazing job you have earned my business for sure thanks again for everything.

    Maria Domingues Avatar Maria Domingues
    June 27, 2023

    This is the best investment we have made. High quality product at a great price. Not only were they professional but they got the job done quickly. I recommend them... read more

    Ivy Camacho Avatar Ivy Camacho
    May 16, 2023
  • 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

    My personal experience with Sanford Verticals has been exceptional. I have been using their services since 1992. David did my very first installation. I had the pleasure of working... read more

    Yvonne Bradley Avatar Yvonne Bradley
    January 27, 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
  • Sanford Verticals did a great job. The plantation shutters they installed really added to the look of our home. Highly recommend this company.

    Jackie Hamm Avatar Jackie Hamm
    February 16, 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

    My family recently needed shades for a new home and all the corporate stores were disappointing and expensive. Sanford verticals had quality shades at an affordable price and we could... read more

    Jenna Bonetti Avatar Jenna Bonetti
    May 26, 2023

Testimonials

  • Thank you Sanford verticals and to you Andrew for an amazing job you have earned my business for sure thanks again for everything.

    Maria Domingues Avatar Maria Domingues
    June 27, 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
  • 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
  • Awsome!!

    Lessli Hernadez Avatar Lessli Hernadez
    May 19, 2023
  • Installation was quick, prices were competitive and service was great! My new blinds look fantastic!

    Davia Moss Avatar Davia Moss
    February 16, 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • We highly recommend Andrew and his team. We ordered shutters, motorized and manual shades for our home. The quality and service exceeded our expectations. This is a family business... read more

    Kathy Poole Avatar Kathy Poole
    June 2, 2023

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