Relationship-Driven Home Services Business | $159K Cash Flow
Budget Blinds franchise for sale in St. Cloud, Minnesota
List Price: $425,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$606,590 USD
Cash Flow
$150,000 – $200,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
Upon Inquiry
Value of Assets
Less than $25,000
Year Established
2014
Business Operates From
My home
Location Is
N/A
Approx. Monthly Rent
N/A
Total Employees
Less than 10
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
Full-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
This Central MN business is the go-to for custom window coverings. It generates $606K+ in revenue and nearly $159K in cash flow through referrals, repeat customers, and strong local relationships.
Customers call when they’re updating a room, finishing a new build, or preparing a vacation home for the season. Each project starts with an in-home consultation—selection, design guidance, and measuring—then moves to installation. Do good work, and customers send the next one. That pattern drives referrals, repeat projects, and steady relationships with homeowners, builders, and contractors. Strong Google reviews back it up.
The owners built this reputation over more than a decade and are now ready to retire. They have intentionally kept the business at a manageable size as they prepare for retirement. This leaves a clear path for the next owner to grow by adding capacity and spending more time in front of customers. The business runs from a home office with low overhead. No prior window covering experience is required.
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Growth opportunities
Growth comes from doing more of what already works. Add sales and installation capacity to serve existing demand—the model has supported additional installers in the past. Increase local marketing and referral partnerships. Expand into light commercial work and outdoor shade products. Improve follow-up and close rates. A clear path to higher revenue without changing the core model.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
Today, the two owners handle design consultations and installations, equivalent to roughly one full-time workload. A new owner can step into these activities or add installers and sales support to expand capacity, as the business has done successfully in the past.
Asset Description
The sale includes all assets required to operate the business, including scaffolding, ladders, and other tools and equipment used for installation and day-to-day operations. These assets are estimated to have a value of $4,000. Budget Blinds supplies vendor samples during training.
Reason for Selling
Retirement
Why I Love My Franchise
I love the balance of running a local business with the backing of a national brand. Budget Blinds provides strong vendor relationships, marketing, and systems, allowing owners to focus on customers and growth. The work is hands-on and rewarding, helping people improve their homes while building lasting relationships that drive referrals and repeat business.
About Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds, founded in 1992 and franchising since the same year, is North America’s leading window coverings franchise with nearly 1,500 territories serving over 10,000 cities. The brand specializes in custom, design-driven window treatments including blinds, shades, shutters, draperies, and smart home automation solutions, delivered through convenient in-home and virtual consultations. Franchisees operate primarily mobile businesses, providing free measurements, expert advice, and professional installation services. Budget Blinds installs approximately 50,000 window coverings weekly across the U.S. and Canada. The brand’s mature, well-established system combines strong national recognition with a flexible, home-based business model, appealing to entrepreneurs seeking a scalable opportunity in the $20+ billion home improvement market.
Franchisee Support
Franchisees receive comprehensive training including 10.5 days of in-person academy training and virtual pre- and post-training. Support includes site selection, marketing programs, sales and installation training, proprietary technology, and ongoing operational guidance. Franchisees benefit from protected territories, robust marketing resources, and access to expert support teams throughout their business lifecycle.
Brand Accolades & Awards
Budget Blinds consistently ranks among the top franchises on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and Franchise Business Review lists. It is recognized for excellence in franchisee satisfaction, operational support, and brand strength, maintaining a leadership position in the window coverings industry for over 30 years.
Industry / Market
The home improvement and window coverings market is a growing sector valued at over $20 billion, driven by consumer demand for energy-efficient, stylish, and smart home solutions. Budget Blinds’ strong brand presence and comprehensive service offerings position franchisees to capitalize on this expanding market with recurring customer needs.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Budget Blinds franchisee is an active, hands-on entrepreneur committed to daily business operations. Strong customer service and sales skills are essential, and prior experience in home improvement or sales is beneficial but not mandatory due to extensive training. Owners must be willing to manage or employ a full-time manager and uphold high operational standards.