How to Get a Faster Measure and Quote for Screens and Blinds

How to Get a Faster Measure and Quote for Screens and Blinds

If you are planning to install retractable screens, honeycomb blinds or outdoor roller blinds, the first step is usually a measure and quote. A good measure and quote helps confirm whether the product is suitable, what size is needed and what options may work best for your home.

To make the process faster and more accurate, it helps to provide the right information from the beginning.

At OpenView Screens & Shading, we often ask customers to send photos, approximate measurements and suburb details before arranging the next step. This helps us understand the opening and give better initial guidance.

1. Send clear photos

Photos are one of the most helpful things you can provide. They allow us to see the door, window or outdoor area before visiting.

For retractable screen doors, please send photos of:

  • The full door opening
  • The door frame
  • The track area
  • The handle area
  • The inside and outside view if possible

For windows, please send photos of:

  • The full window
  • The window frame
  • The opening style
  • Any handles or obstacles
  • The surrounding wall or reveal

For outdoor blinds, please send photos of:

  • The full alfresco, patio or balcony opening
  • The top fixing area
  • The side fixing areas
  • The floor area
  • The wider outdoor space

Clear photos help us check whether there is enough space for installation and whether any special conditions need to be considered.

2. Provide approximate measurements

You do not need to provide perfect measurements at the beginning, but approximate width and height are very useful.

For doors and windows, measure the opening as best as you can. For outdoor areas, measure the approximate width and drop height.

When sending measurements, please mention whether they are approximate. A final measure may still be required before confirming the order, but initial dimensions help us understand the size of the job.

3. Tell us your suburb

Your suburb helps us understand the service area and plan the measure and quote. OpenView Screens & Shading services Melbourne, especially the eastern and south eastern suburbs.

Suburb information can also help us group appointments more efficiently.

4. Tell us what product you are interested in

Please let us know whether you are asking about:

  • Retractable screen doors
  • Retractable screen windows
  • Honeycomb cellular blinds
  • Outdoor motorised roller blinds
  • Temporary floor protection cover
  • Multiple products

If you are not sure, just describe what you want to achieve. For example:

“I want to open my sliding door for airflow but keep insects out.”

“I need privacy and insulation for bedroom windows.”

“I want more shade for my alfresco area.”

This helps us recommend the right direction.

5. Mention any special requirements

Every home is different. If you have any special requirements, mention them early.

For example:

  • You have pets
  • The door opening is very large
  • The area gets strong afternoon sun
  • You need privacy from neighbours
  • You live in an apartment or townhouse
  • You are renovating
  • You want a clean modern look
  • You need the job completed within a certain timeframe

These details help us understand what matters most to you.

6. Be ready for a site measure if needed

Photos and approximate measurements are very helpful, but some products require a proper site measure before final pricing and installation. This is especially true for custom measured screens and blinds.

A site measure helps confirm:

  • Exact dimensions
  • Fixing options
  • Product suitability
  • Installation conditions
  • Final recommendations

This helps reduce mistakes and creates a better finished result.

Why preparation matters

The more information you provide at the beginning, the easier it is to give useful advice. It can also help avoid delays, repeated questions and unnecessary site visits.

For custom screens and blinds, small details matter. Door frames, window depth, handle positions and outdoor fixing points can all affect the best solution.

Request a free measure and quote

If you are ready to improve comfort, airflow, privacy or shading in your Melbourne home, you can contact OpenView Screens & Shading for a free measure and quote.

To get started faster, please send clear photos, approximate measurements, your suburb and a short description of what you need.

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