Updated July 2026
Custom Blinds Cost in Ontario (2026)
Custom blinds installed in Ontario in 2026 typically cost between $170 and $900 per window, depending on product type, size, and features. This guide breaks down installed per-window pricing for each product, the five factors that move the price up or down, and how professional local install compares to DIY online and national chains.
Installed price per window by product type
| Product | Standard window | Large window | Patio door / XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roller shades | $170–$260 | $260–$380 | $380–$600 |
| Zebra blinds | $180–$260 | $260–$400 | $400–$650 |
| Vertical blinds | $220–$340 | $340–$500 | $500–$800 |
| Motorized (any of above) | $450–$650 | $550–$800 | $700–$1,100 |
All prices include custom manufacture, hardware, cordless mechanism, and professional installation across Durham Region and East Toronto. Prices in CAD, before HST.
Five factors that change the price
- Window size. Wider windows use more fabric and heavier hardware. A 72" window is roughly 60% more expensive than a 36" window in the same product.
- Fabric grade. Light-filtering is standard. Blackout adds $30–$90. Designer patterns and natural weaves add $50–$180.
- Operation. Cordless is standard. Motorized rechargeable adds $180–$280. Hardwired motors add $280–$450.
- Mount type. Inside mount (cleaner look) is standard. Outside mount, cassette valance, or side channels for true blackout add $40–$140.
- Smart-home integration. Alexa/Google/HomeKit hubs and scene setup add $180–$350 one-time for the whole home.
DIY online vs national chains vs local installed
| Online DIY (Select Blinds, Blind Depot) | National chain (Budget Blinds, Blinds To Go) | Local installed (Shine & Shadow) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra blind, 36×60 | $110–$160 product only | $280–$420 installed | $180–$240 installed |
| Who measures | You do | Sales rep | The owner / installer |
| Who installs | You do | Subcontractor | The owner / installer |
| Warranty | Manufacturer only | Franchise-dependent | 5-yr workmanship + full manufacturer |
| If you mismeasure | Your loss | Reorder charge | We remake at no cost |
| Lead time | 1–2 weeks + shipping | 2–4 weeks | 2–3 weeks |
What a full house typically costs
A typical 3-bedroom Durham Region home has 12–15 windows. In 2026, expect roughly $2,800–$5,500 installed for quality custom roller or zebra blinds, or $6,500–$11,000 installed for a fully motorized smart-home setup. Most homeowners land in the middle by motorizing 2–3 key rooms (primary bedroom, great room, skylight) and keeping the rest cordless.
Frequently asked questions
- How much do custom blinds cost per window in Ontario in 2026?
- Custom blinds installed in Ontario in 2026 cost $170–$900 per window depending on product. Roller shades start at $170, zebra blinds at $180, vertical blinds at $220, and motorized blinds at $450 — all professionally installed with a workmanship warranty.
- Why are custom blinds more expensive than blinds from Home Depot?
- Big-box stock blinds are cut from a limited set of sizes and installed by the homeowner. Custom blinds are manufactured to the exact millimetre of your window opening, fit flush, operate smoothly for a decade or more, and include professional installation and warranty.
- Is it cheaper to buy blinds online?
- Online DIY blinds like Select Blinds or Blind Depot are 20–40% cheaper on the product itself, but you take on the measuring risk, pay shipping and duty, and install them yourself. A single mismeasure typically costs more than the local-installed price difference.
- Do prices include installation?
- Yes. Every price on this site is installed. There is no separate installation fee, travel charge, or minimum job size in the Durham Region and East Toronto.
- What factors change the price of a custom blind?
- Five main factors: window size (wider = more fabric and heavier hardware), fabric grade (light-filtering vs blackout vs designer), operation (cordless standard, motorized adds $180+), mount type (inside vs outside), and any add-ons like valances, side channels, or smart-home integration.
- How much should I budget for a whole house?
- For a typical 3-bedroom Durham Region home with 12–15 windows, budget $2,800–$5,500 installed for quality custom roller or zebra blinds, and $6,500–$11,000 if going fully motorized.
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