Installation
One of the most common questions we hear before a shutter project is: “How long will this take?” The honest answer depends on the size of the project, but for most Richmond-area homes, the entire process from consultation to installed shutters takes four to six weeks — and the installation day itself is usually completed in a single visit.
We schedule a free in-home visit at a time that works for you. Our consultant measures every window precisely — typically to within 1/16 of an inch — and discusses finish options, louver size, panel configuration, and frame style. This appointment usually takes 60 to 90 minutes for a full home, or 30 to 45 minutes for a single room.
Every shutter we build is made to order in our workshop in Midlothian, VA. We do not stock pre-made panels and cut them down — each piece is built from scratch to the exact dimensions of your windows. This fabrication process typically takes three to four weeks depending on order volume and the complexity of the project. For specialty shapes — arched windows, octagons, circles — fabrication may take an additional week or two.
When your shutters are ready, we schedule an installation appointment. For a typical home with shutters on 8 to 12 windows, installation takes four to six hours. A single room with two or three windows is usually done in under two hours. Our installation team works cleanly and efficiently. We remove any existing window treatments, install the frames and panels, make all adjustments, and clean up completely before leaving.
Yes. Many homeowners start with the rooms they use most — the primary bedroom, living room, or kitchen — and add other rooms over time. Each phase is a separate order and installation visit. There is no requirement to do the entire home at once, and the shutters will look consistent across phases because we keep your finish specifications on file.
For more information, contact our team or call (804) 355-9300. We offer free in-home consultations across Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.
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