Who We Are
Family-owned and operated, doing business since 2005. We offer industry leading products, innovative styles, as well as product and price guarantees.
We have built a solid reputation by providing expert in-store and in-home consultations, efficient and professional installations, and friendly and reliable customer service. We work with a vast range of tastes, lifestyles, and budgets, and we know how to help you find the best window covering solution for your home. And we're good at it!
Our team is knowledgeable and professional, and everyone is committed to ensuring you have a quality experience. We will help you narrow down your options based on function, style, and budget, and we will ensure that your personalized installation is completed to your satisfaction. And we don't stop there - we provide after sales service for all of our customers and their products.
Contact us today to request a free consultation!
Meet Our Team
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Joe Uitvlugt
OWNER + GENERAL MANAGER
Joe Uitvlugt, the owner of West Coast Shutters, brings over a decade of experience in the blinds and window coverings industry. Recently taking ownership of the business, Joe is committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional service to every customer. Hardworking and dedicated, he takes a detail-oriented, reliable approach to his work, ensuring that every installation meets the highest standards.As someone who values loyalty, integrity, and preparedness, Joe goes above and beyond to make sure his clients feel supported and confident in their choices. Whether helping homeowners find the perfect fit or guiding them through the process with expert advice, Joe is always ready to deliver tailored solutions.
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Cheryl Major
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Cheryl works the front desk and has been with the company since 2022. Cheryl is the first person you will meet when you start the journey with our company. Cheryl will help find you the best solution to meet your needs whether it is a new set of blinds, or repairs on existing blinds. Cheryl sets up the appointments for home consultation, repair service, or installation. In her spare time Cheryl enjoys a good games night with friends. -
Holly Tribble
SALES + DESIGN CONSULTANT
Holly has been part of the team since 2021 helping clients bring their visions to life through stylish, functional solutions. Known for her warm communication style and passion for design, she thrives on building strong relationships and solving challenges with creativity and care. A proud collaborator on the transformation of the Snuneymuxw First Nation Council Chambers alongside Black Caviar Decor, she brings both professionalism and heart to every project.Originally from Ontario and now a dedicated islander, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her husband and dog, eating breakfast for dinner, and losing herself in a good book. For her, nothing beats the thrill of turning a blank canvas into something beautiful.
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Matt Dean
INSTALLATION SPECIALIST
Expertise: Window Treatment Installations, Custom Cabinetry, and Creative Problem Solving.
The Approach: Matt brings a wealth of technical knowledge and a "can-do" attitude to every job site. He’s a firm believer that the best installations are the ones you never have to think about because they work perfectly—and look seamless—from day one.
Favourite Tool of the Trade: Cabinet Drilling Jig. (Because there’s no substitute for "perfectly level" the first time.)
We are a local window fashions dealer who specializes in the full selection of Hunter Douglas window treatments, including horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, roman shades, roller shades, honeycomb cellular shades, sheer shadings, woven wood shades, shutters, and motorized blinds and shades. We also offer custom window Coverings, custom drapery, custom closets, murphy beds, wallpaper, and blind repair.
We serve Parksville, Qualicum, Chemainus, Nanoose Bay, Lantzville, Ladysmith, Duncan, Quadra Island, Campbell River, Gabriola Island, Courtenay, Comox, Port Alberni, Ucluelet, Tofino, and Sprout Lake.