What goes wrong with curtain rods, blinds & furniture if you wait
Rods pulling out of drywall
Curtain rods carry more load than people think, especially heavy blackout drapes that get pulled open and shut every day. Small anchors work loose and the rod sags or falls.
Crooked or poorly fitted blinds
Blinds mounted off level or the wrong size leave gaps that let light in and look unfinished.
Furniture assembly frustration
Flat-pack furniture takes time and, if assembled wrong, wobbles or fails early.
Unsecured dressers and bookcases
Tall furniture that is not anchored to the wall can tip over, a serious risk for small children and in earthquakes.
Common jobs we take on
- IKEA furniture assembly: PAX wardrobes, dressers, beds, desks
- Furniture anchoring to the wall for child safety
- Curtain rod and drapery track installation
- Blind and shade installation
- Bed frames, bunk beds and office furniture
How Lower Mainland weather affects curtain rods, blinds & furniture
Long, dark Lower Mainland winters and early summer sunrises make good window coverings important for sleep and for keeping heat in. Thermal and blackout curtains are heavy, so they need well anchored rods.
BC is in an active earthquake zone, and Health Canada recommends anchoring tall furniture to the wall to prevent tip-overs. We include anti-tip anchoring with every dresser and bookcase we assemble.
Warning signs to watch for
- Curtain rods sagging or pulling out of the wall
- Blinds that are crooked or leave light gaps
- Furniture boxes waiting in the hallway
- Wobbly dressers, desks or bed frames
- Tall furniture not secured to the wall
Maintenance tips
- Use rods with a centre support on wide windows
- Check rod brackets once a year
- Re-tighten furniture bolts every so often
- Anchor every dresser and bookcase to the wall
- Keep blind cords out of reach of children
How G2 Home Services handles curtain rods, blinds & furniture
We measure and mount curtain rods and blinds level into solid framing or the right anchors, assemble furniture and place it where you want it, and secure tall pieces with anti-tip hardware. We also take away the boxes and packaging. Most homes can get all of this done in a single visit.
Every job is backed by our written promise: a locked-in price before we start, we redo anything you are not happy with, and a one-year workmanship guarantee.
Curtain Rod, Blind & Furniture Installation near you
We are based in Coquitlam and take on these jobs across the Tri-Cities, Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore. Got other small jobs too? Add them to the list and we will do them in the same visit. See small jobs & odd jobs.
Curtain Rod, Blind & Furniture Installation: frequently asked questions
Can you install blinds I bought online?
Yes. We install most blinds and shades, inside or outside mount, as long as they are the right size for the window.
Do you assemble IKEA furniture?
Yes, along with most other flat-pack brands. We anchor tall pieces to the wall at the same time.
Can you hang curtain rods on concrete or tile?
Yes. We use the correct bits and anchors for concrete, brick and tile.
