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About The Blind Biz: Serving Howell Since 2002

A family-owned window treatment company serving Howell, Livingston County and the rest of Metro Detroit since 2002. We bring the samples to you, so there’s no long drive to a showroom.

  • Family-owned since 2002
  • Shop-at-home service
  • Our own installers
  • Best value, guaranteed

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Meet the owners

Rich & Tina Sumampow

The Blind Biz, LLC is a Michigan-based business, family owned by Rich Sumampow. Since starting in 2002, The Blind Biz has doubled in size almost every year. Rich handles every aspect of the business, from the initial call to the installation and beyond.

Rich grew up in Gaylord, Michigan, and graduated from Michigan State with a degree in advertising. After working for the family blind business, he learned everything about window treatments and has grown The Blind Biz into one of the most referred window treatment businesses in Metro Detroit.

In July 2011 he married the love of his life, Tina. Together they enjoy life and have fun with their three kids.

Rich and Tina Sumampow, owners of The Blind Biz
Our story

A family business that comes to your Howell home

The Blind Biz has been a family business since 2002, built on the idea that window treatments are best chosen at home. For Howell homeowners that means no drive down I-96 to a showroom. We bring full-size samples and sample books to your kitchen table, so you can see fabrics, stains and slats against your own walls and floors and in your own light.

Working this way keeps our costs low. We have no showroom rent, no decorator commissions and no subcontracted installers, and those savings show up in your price. That’s how we can promise the best value in Metro Detroit, guaranteed.

We offer 11 product lines, including Hunter Douglas, where we are an authorized dealer, and Norman Window Fashions, where we are a certified partner. Free laser measuring, an itemized quote on the spot and free installation by our own team are part of every visit, and the same family business answers the phone after the job is done.

Custom shades in a family living room

The Direct-Value Advantage

How we keep quality high and prices competitive.

No Showroom

We bring the samples to you, so you don’t pay for showroom space.

No Decorator Commissions

You work directly with a specialist, not a commissioned middleman.

No Subcontractors

Our own in-house installers handle every installation.

Low Overhead

A lean family business that passes the savings on to you.

How Your In-Home Appointment Works

Three simple, stress-free steps from sample selection to custom installation.

1

We Bring the Samples

See full-size samples and sample books against your own wall colors, furniture and window light, instead of under showroom lights.

2

Free Laser Measuring

We laser-measure every window so each blind, shade or shutter is built to fit your openings, with no guesswork.

3

Free Professional Installation

Our own in-house installers mount everything, check that it operates smoothly, set up any motorization and clean up before they leave.

No Obligation & Guaranteed Best Value

Get an itemized quote on the spot, with no pressure to decide that day.

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Brands we’re proud to carry

We partner with manufacturers known for quality, child safety and lifetime warranties.

Hunter DouglasAuthorized Dealer
Hunter Douglas Duette honeycomb shades in a living roomHunter Douglas Duette® honeycomb shades

Pioneers in Light Control & Motorization

Known for energy-saving Duette® honeycomb shades, Silhouette® window shadings and PowerView® motorization you can run from your phone, a remote or a schedule.

  • PowerView® motorization
  • Designer fabric collections
  • Hunter Douglas lifetime guarantee
Explore Hunter Douglas in Your Home
Norman Window FashionsCertified Partner
Norman plantation shutters in a sitting roomNorman Woodlore® shutters

Shutter Craftsmanship & Child-Safe Cordless Designs

Known for Woodlore® composite shutters, Soluna™ roller shades with PrecisionLift™ cordless lifting, and products certified Best for Kids™.

  • Woodlore® composite shutters
  • Certified Best for Kids™ cordless options
  • Manufacturer’s lifetime limited warranty
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About The Blind Biz

Questions people ask about who we are and how we work.

Do you work in Howell?
Yes. We serve Howell, the surrounding Livingston County townships and homes throughout Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw counties.
Where is your showroom?
We don’t have one. Every consultation takes place in your home, which keeps our prices low and saves you the drive.
How long has The Blind Biz been in business?
The Blind Biz is family-owned and has served Metro Detroit homeowners since 2002.
Who installs the window treatments?
Our own in-house installers. We don’t use subcontractors, and installation is free with every order.
How can you offer the best value?
No showroom, no decorator commissions and no subcontractors means lower overhead, and we pass those savings on. We stand behind our pricing as the best value in Metro Detroit, guaranteed.

Schedule Your Free Shop-At-Home Appointment

Tell us about your Howell project, and we’ll make the trip with sample books, full-size samples and laser measuring tools.

100% Free & No Obligation

Expert guidance and an itemized quote with no high-pressure sales tactics.

Free Professional Installation

Every quote includes installation by our own in-house installers, plus cleanup.

Prefer to Talk Now?

Call (517) 258-3145, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm.

Request In-Home Consultation

Fill out the details below and we’ll contact you to confirm a convenient appointment time in Howell.

Thank you! Your request is in. The Blind Biz will call you shortly to set up your free in-home appointment. Questions now? Call (517) 258-3145.

We respect your privacy. No spam, and we never share your contact information.

Metro Detroit Client Coverage AreaThe Blind Biz satisfied customers coverage area map across Metro Detroit

Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston and Washtenaw counties.

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3-Year Service Guarantee

On top of the manufacturers’ coverage, The Blind Biz includes its own 3-year in-home service guarantee on installations.

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Lifetime Warranty

Hunter Douglas and Norman back their products with lifetime limited warranties, and we handle any claim for you.

Direct consultation line

Call (517) 258-3145

Monday – Saturday, 8am to 7pm
Payment methods accepted:Major credit cards accepted