About us

At The Blind Guy, we are dedicated to finding our customers exactly what they need. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and have the knowledge and expertise needed to help you find amazing window treatments, awnings, and exterior shadings for your home. We provide a hands-on process even after the sale, providing follow-up support and quick responses to questions and issues. The bottom line is, we treat our customers right and stand by our products.

One of the best things about our company is that we provide a 100% mobile service. We will come to your home or business and provide free, professional estimates throughout the entire process. We can also look at your space and determine some of the functional benefits you may want from your window treatments and provide products that will fit those needs. Our team is extremely detail-oriented and excellent at communicating, so we’re confident that you will get exactly what you’re looking for.


Thanks to our wonderful customers and team, we were voted the Best Window Treatment Store in the Flathead Valley in 2019, 2020, 2021, & 2022. We are so proud of these awards and work hard every day to prove to our customers that we deserve them. We’ve also been honored with a 4.9-star rating from our Google reviews and continue to work hard to earn that rating. We are familiar with this area and the people in it. We also have good communal outreach with other businesses and give back to the community through different organizations like the Bigfork Booster Club and Bigfork Summer Playhouse.


To find your perfect window treatments, awnings, or motorized patio shades, contact the experts at The Blind Guy today! We can handle all jobs big and small, and we do what we say we will in a timely manner. We offer a convenient shop-at-home experience and proudly serve the entire Flathead Valley, including Ronan, Polson, Condon, Bigfork, Lakeside, Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Eureka, Libby, MT, and everywhere in-between. Call us today to schedule an appointment!

Meet Our Team


Rick Bagley

Owner

Years with the company: 25 Years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: The best, customer for life, not exceptions.


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: 1000’s of options/brands at any price point. Value of quality installers/office staff/and sales team. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: Variety, growth, relationships. 



Favorite Product?: Powerview Motorization


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Riding my dirt bike. 

Tara Tucker

General Manager

Years with the company: Joined this year 


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: A partnership through the process from start to finish. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: There are more options than they realize – a style, an option, a price range that can be found for the home ambiance they are looking for. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: The Team


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Hiking at Heron, Lone Pine, or in Glacier Park. 

Andy Kriss

Design Consultant

Years with the company: 6 Years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I aim to create an experience that feels effortless, welcoming, and genuinely tailored to each client’s home needs and personal style. I like to guide them with confidence and experience so they never feel overwhelmed by choices. I try to show how light, texture and function of the coverings transform the feel of a home. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: I like to share with my clients that how the shades make them feel is the best way to decide. There are a lot of “right answers” and color and texture often come down to an emotional decision. The best choice is often what feels like them.


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: I love a lot about what I do. I love getting a little sneak peak into peoples lives and passions. People’s homes are a reflection of what’s important to them. I also enjoy talking to my clients about their goals they are trying to achieve with their window coverings and coming up with the best solutions and working together to get there. (Also meeting everyone’s dogs!)


Favorite Product: My favorite products are automated solar shades and tailored Roman shades. One satisfies light, heat and glare abatement and keeps your amazing views. The other is the most distinctive and personalized way to decorate a window.



How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: on a free weekend I enjoy coaching soccer and CrossFit, hiking in the mountains and cooking for my family and friends.

Clint Keyser

Sales Consultant

Years with the company: 12 years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I like building lasting relationships, making them feel comfortable in the decisions they make for their home. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: Energy efficiency is a big thing in homes, I like showing products that add value to their home and space.


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: The people I meet and build relationships with. 


Favorite Product?: Hunter Douglas Duette Honeycomb Shades


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Camping with my family at the lake! 

Jeff Howlett

Sales Consultant

Years with the company: 9 years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: The ideal experience is one that has shared dialogue between the customer & myself. I encourage openness in conversation to ensure I recommend the right product for the needs of the customer. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: The number of products available to them, the features of each shade and the number of fabrics and the many colors available.


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: I meet customers from all walks of life and views from my office (customer’s homes) are awesome!


Favorite Product?: Hunter Douglas Vignette Modern Roman Shades.


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Camping, hiking, and boating with family. 

Jeff Brown

Sales Consultant

Years with the company: 8 years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I want clients to feel comfortable and taken care of, knowing we’re finding the right solution for their space-not just something that looks good, but something that works for how they live.


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: Customers are often surprised by how many options there are and how customized window treatments can be. I focus on helping them find solutions that balance appearance with light control and privacy and comfort. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: Being out in the field exploring new places and meeting interesting people.


Favorite Product?: Our awnings really transform outdoor spaces.


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Floating the river with my flyrod.

Dusty Bagley

Sales Consultant

Job title: Sales Consultant


Number of years with the company: 4


What experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I like to create a fun and low pressure experience with my clients when they are purchasing window coverings. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: There are many different options and price points to choose from. We have quality products that fit within every client’s budget. 


What do you like most about workin at The Blind Guy?: I enjoy working for a company that has such great customer service. 


Favorite Product: Currently my favorite product is the Vignette Rolling Shade made by Hunter Douglas. It looks great and rolls up into a cassette when not covering the window. 


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: A lot of my free time is spent in Montana’s great outdoors. Anywhere from the lakes and rivers to the mountains and prairies.

Ashleigh Glynn

Office Assistant

Years with the company: 2 years


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I try to create a space where people feel heard, valued, and seen. I want to make clients feel welcome to walk in, have a cup of coffee and feel like they can walk around the gallery to get inspiration. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: I enjoy the office environment! The gallery is a large beautiful space with lots of light. The people here really help shape it into a place that’s comfortable to be in. 


Favorite Product?: Shutters (Norman) or Hunter Douglas Roman Shades and Vignette 


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Baking, writing, painting and family. 

Julia Austin

Office Assistant

Years with the company: Joined this year! 


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: I prioritize warm efficiency, each client has their own schedule so I always try to honor that by entering each call prepared with scheduling recommendations and an awareness of how long their installation is estimated to take. Providing a timely and smooth experience are hallmarks of a successful work day at the office! 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: I love creating a great schedule for both the install team and the customer, it is wonderful being able to facilitate a smooth experience for both our wonderful customers and our team. 


Favorite Product?: I think the solar screens are really neat, they give you a relief from the glare without compromising the view. The smart drapes are also an amazing design for pet owners or parents. 


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: A hike with family or friends (bringing along my trusty camera). 

Kaden Schlegel

Install Manager

Years with the company: 3 years 


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: A seamless installation that provides excitement for the customer and their brand new shades. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: How much money a quality shade can save them on their utilities each month.


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: Meeting new people every day! 


Favorite Product: Hunter Douglas Powerview and Norman Smart Drapes 



How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Enjoying the many lakes the valley has to offer on my boat. 

Ben MOrrow

Install Tech

Years with the company: Joined the team this year


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: Displaying confidence and trust from the start. Clearly communicating from start to finish. Respecting their home. Craftsmanship they can see and feel. Educating them how to use their products. Strong final impression. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: They have great great insulation properties. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: The culture and ability to offer 5 star service. 

Favorite Product: Motorized vertiglide. 



How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: In the summer boating on Flathead Lake, and in the winter skiing on Big Mountain. 

Gianna Casarez

Install Tech

Years with the company: Joined this year


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: A calm, easy install. Welcoming and caring client care. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: Home much they save you on electricity. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: The team (family). 


Favorite Product: Top-down/bottom-up ultraglide (I use this in my room), and powerview motorized vertiglide. 


How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Hike my favorite trails. Take my dog, Maple to the river. Spend Sunday with my family. 

Mike Matheson

Install Tech

Years with the company: 1.5


What kind of experience do you strive to create for your clients?: Fast, easy, and professional. 


What is one thing customers might not realize about window treatments that you often educate them about?: They don’t just provide privacy. 


What do you like most about working at The Blind Guy?: Seeing all the beautiful homes around the valley, and adding a final touch to their homes. 


Favorite Product: Hunter Douglas top-down/bottom-up honeycomb powerview shades. 



How would you spend a completely free weekend in the valley?: Outside anywhere in the mountains, or on the water.