Independent retailer notice: Home Builder Blinds is an independent window-treatment supplier and installer. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Yardi, RealPage, VendorCafe, or any property management software vendor. Platform names are referenced only to describe supported invoicing workflows. Same-day delivery applies to Dallas–Fort Worth metro orders on in-stock SKUs — confirm availability when you order.
What to do with the blinds, based on how long the unit is empty
These are not four steps you do every time. Pick the box that matches how many days the unit will sit vacant.
1–2 days
Clean and check
- Dust the slats and wipe vertical vanes
- Make sure cordless blinds raise, lower, and lock — stuck blinds delay move-in photos
- Only replace if slats are bent, the valance is missing, or old pull cords break your safety policy
About 1 week
Fix or swap what’s broken
- Replace broken headrails, missing valances, bent wands, or end caps before paint touch-ups
- Order the same faux wood or vertical size you always use — same-day in DFW if that size is in stock
- Patio sliders that bind usually need a full vertical replacement, not a small part
- Note damage vs. wear on the move-out checklist before charging the last resident
1–4 weeks
Replace blinds in the whole unit
- Swap every window while the unit is empty — sliders first, then bedrooms and living rooms
- Stick to one white cordless line per property so the next turn is just looking up the size
- Batch orders through VendorCafe, Yardi, or RealPage so approvals don’t hold up make-ready
- Custom sizes ship nationwide; DFW in-stock sizes can still arrive same-day if you’re in the last week
4+ weeks
Upgrade the property
- Switch living areas from vinyl mini to 2" faux wood when you have time for a nicer spec
- Replace leftover corded blinds with cordless for child safety before the next lease
- Do it by building or floor plan so crews see the same widths over and over
- 50+ units: use the multifamily renovation program for bulk delivery (install in DFW)
Move-In & Move-Out Blind Inspection
Use the same walkthrough checklist at move-in and move-out — landlords and PMs who document blinds up front avoid deposit disputes later. Add a blind row to every room on your unit inspection form.
- Record each opening: product type (vertical, faux wood, mini), color, and approximate size
- Note operation — tilts smoothly, raises/lowers evenly, locks at height, no dangling cords
- Photograph damage with timestamps; compare to the move-in record at move-out
- Classify bent slats, missing valances, or broken headrails as damage; faded color or light dust as wear
- Give new residents 72 hours to return a signed checklist noting any pre-existing blind issues
- Replace broken units before move-in day — blinds are a common first-week maintenance ticket
Room-by-Room on a Unit Turn
Inspect floor to ceiling, corner to corner — then order from the commercial spec that matches each opening.
Patio & balcony sliders
- Most common reorder: 78" × 84" or 68" × 84" vertical blinds — confirm exact glass width
- Check track alignment, vane rotation, and broken carriers
- Clean vanes and tracks before deciding replace vs. repair
Living & dining
- Typical faux wood widths: 35×72, 63×72, 71×72 for multifamily living openings
- Replace yellowed vinyl or corded lines during longer vacancies
- First impression from the entry — do not skip blinds visible from the front door
Bedrooms
- Typical faux wood widths: 31×60 and 35×60 cover most bedroom openings
- Cordless only for child-safety compliance in family units
- Match valance and slat color to the property standard
Baths & laundry
- 1" vinyl mini — lowest cost per opening, moisture-friendly
- Replace rather than repair when slats are warped from humidity
Why Turnover Blinds Need a Repeatable Spec
Maintenance managers do not have time to remeasure every vacant unit. The best apartment programs pick one vertical line for sliders, one faux wood line for bedrooms and living rooms, and optional vinyl mini for baths — then reorder the same widths every turn from the commercial catalog.
- Patio sliders: 3.5" vertical blinds — 68" × 84" and 78" × 84" are the most common multifamily reorder pairs
- Bedrooms & living rooms: 2" cordless faux wood across standard builder widths — order any size in the commercial storefront
- Budget turns & baths: 1" vinyl mini blinds — lowest cost per opening, easy to replace window-for-window
- One color and product line per property — simplifies work orders and vendor approvals
- Credentialing for VendorCafe, Yardi, AppFolio, Revyse, and other PM portals — order through the commercial storefront once approved
Product Lines for Apartment Turns
Three lines cover almost every opening on a standard unit turn. Browse specs and photos below — pricing and ordering live in the commercial storefront once your account is set up.
3.5" vertical blinds
Patio sliders — 68" × 84" and 78" × 84" are the most common reorder pairs. Full vertical size grid in the commercial storefront or your VendorCafe / RealPage catalog.
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2" builder faux wood blinds
Cordless faux wood for bedrooms and living rooms — any standard width in the commercial storefront. Trade pricing after account setup.
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1" vinyl mini blinds
Lowest cost per window for high-turn properties, baths, and laundry openings. Vinyl Plus line — order by size in the commercial catalog.
View product lineHow to Place a Turnover Order
Order through the commercial storefront — not the public retail configurator. Browse the full size grid, check out with your property and optional work ticket number, and receive a formal invoice. VendorCafe and Yardi invoicing are available today; RealPage punch-out will use this same shopping flow once your community is connected.
Get Approved
Apply through commercial account creation — property managers, contractors, and builders included. Proof of business ownership required; we review and approve eligible accounts.
Browse the Catalog
Pick product type, then width × length from the commercial size grid. Add to cart in seconds — trade pricing, not the public retail site.
Property & optional WTN
Pick your saved property, add a Work Ticket Number if your process uses one, and submit. We receive the order immediately via email.
Delivered & Invoiced
We fulfill your order and send a formal invoice to your stored contact, with job references and line detail as you provided them.
Need vendor setup first? Send your credentialing packet through vendor credentialing. For formal takeoffs on large turn schedules, see commercial quoting. Vendor credentialing · Commercial quoting · Full commercial overview
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can’t we just order from the regular website?
The public site shows retail pricing for homeowners. Property managers and maintenance teams should use the commercial storefront (/commercial/store) or your approved VendorCafe, Yardi, or RealPage/OpsMerchant catalog for trade pricing, stored specs, and invoice-ready checkout. Contact us to set up or credential your community.
What blind sizes do apartment turnovers use most?
Patio sliders most often reorder as 68" × 84" or 78" × 84" vertical blinds. Bedrooms and living rooms typically use 2" faux wood in standard builder widths. The commercial storefront lists the full size grid for vertical, faux wood, and vinyl mini — pick your property spec once, then reorder by size.
Do you offer same-day delivery for apartment turn orders?
Yes — for in-stock SKUs in the Dallas–Fort Worth metro, same-day delivery is available on qualifying orders placed early enough in the business day. Confirm availability on your exact size when you call or order through your commercial account.
Can we invoice through VendorCafe, Yardi, or RealPage?
Yes for VendorCafe and Yardi Procure-to-Pay — set up through vendor credentialing with your community's onboarding packet. RealPage punch-out will use the same commercial storefront shopping flow once your community is connected; until then, order through the commercial storefront after account approval.
What is the difference between faux wood and vinyl mini on a unit turn?
Vinyl mini blinds cost less per opening and are the standard for Class C turns and high-cycle properties. Faux wood gives a cleaner 2" line that reads more updated in living rooms and bedrooms — order any width from the commercial catalog; same-day DFW delivery when your SKU is in stock.
Do you handle full apartment complex renovations or only unit turns?
Both. This page is for maintenance and turnover reorders through the commercial storefront. For 50+ unit renovations and phased building rollouts, see our multifamily blind renovation page. Professional install is available in Dallas–Fort Worth only; outside DFW we ship product for local crews.
How do we set up a commercial account for repeat turnover orders?
Open a commercial account at /commercial or call (682) 204-1076. We store your approved specs, pricing tier, and invoicing method so maintenance can reorder by size without re-entering vendor paperwork every turn.
When should we repair blinds vs. replace them on a turn?
Repair (valance clips, wands, end caps) when the headrail and most slats are sound. Replace window-for-window when slats are warped, cordless mechanism fails, vertical track is bent, or the line is still corded and your policy requires cordless. If you only have 1–2 days, only swap blinds that would fail a move-in walkthrough.
Are cordless blinds required in apartment units?
Industry standards since 2019 treat cordless as the default for new installs; corded blinds pose entanglement risk in units with children. Most operators replace corded lines on turn rather than repair them. Our faux wood, vertical, and vinyl mini commercial lines are cordless.
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Ready to place a turnover order?
Browse the full commercial size grid, check out with your property, and receive a formal invoice — same-day in DFW on in-stock SKUs, nationwide ship on other sizes.