How long does professional shutter installation actually take?

From your first free measure and quote to the shutters being fitted, most jobs take around 4–6 weeks - that's mostly manufacturing lead time. The install itself is usually done in a single day, often just a few hours for an average home. That timeline holds whether you're in Tauranga or one of the Waikato towns we now cover.

One of the most common questions I get asked isn't about style or colour - it's "how long is this going to take?" Fair enough. People want to know what to expect before they commit, so here's exactly how it goes from go to woah.

Step 1: Free in-home consultation. I come to you, bring samples, and measure every window properly. This usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on how many rooms we're covering. No pressure, no hard sell - just an honest look at what would actually suit your home and budget.

Step 2: Quote and confirmation. You'll get a clear, itemised quote, usually within a day or two. Once you're happy and give the go-ahead, we lock in the order.

Step 3: Manufacturing. This is the part that takes the longest, because every shutter is made to measure for your exact windows - nothing is off the shelf. Depending on the product and how busy things are, this generally sits around 4–6 weeks.

Step 4: Installation day. This is the quick part. For a standard home - say 6 to 10 windows - installation is typically done in a single day, often just a few hours. Bigger jobs or full-house fit-outs might run over two days, but I'll always tell you upfront if that's the case.

A few things that can affect the timeline:

• Custom shapes (arched, circular, angled windows) can add a bit to the manufacturing time

• Peak season (spring and pre-summer) can mean slightly longer lead times, so booking earlier helps

• Any building or structural issues found during the measure - rare, but worth flagging early

What I always tell people is: the timeline is mostly waiting for quality to be made properly, not us dragging our feet. A rushed shutter is a poorly fitted one, and fit is what makes the difference between something that looks good for a year and something that looks good for a decade.

If you're planning ahead for spring or just want a realistic idea of timing for your home, get in touch and I'll walk you through what to expect.