Hulm Installations
Brandon's blockout blind installs are so precise, one customer couldn't see their hand in a lit room.
Brandon is the sole operator on every job, so if you want the person who quoted you to be the same person installing your shutters, that's exactly how this works — multiple reviewers across different jobs (shutters, roller blinds, sheers, external bifolds) confirm it. The 28-review total is modest, but the coverage spans 28 months and includes repeat customers who've used Hulm across multiple properties, which adds weight to the consistency you'd expect from a sole trader who depends on referrals.
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What it's like working with them
Based on a sample of Google reviews (28 total)
“Plantation Shutters and Blinds installed throughout the house, every window”
“Love the optional electric motors”
“Fantastic price and great service”
What they help with
Based on what their customers hired them for
How they stack up
Context from 253 curtains & blindss in Lake Macquarie
Credentials & background
Sourced from 4 public records so you don't have to look them up yourself
About Hulm Installations
Brandon at Hulm Installations handles the full window covering spectrum — plantation shutters, roller blinds, blockout blinds, sheers, external aluminium bifold shutters, roller shutters, and motorised outdoor blinds — making him a single point of contact whether you're fitting out a bathroom or dressing every window in the house. Reviews suggest he brings a genuine consultative approach at the quoting stage, walking customers through options rather than upselling, which is particularly noted by customers choosing between shutter styles or deciding on motorisation. His workmanship detail stands out in reviews: multiple customers comment on not being able to tell tradespeople had been in the house, and one outdoor shutter job specifically notes the site was cleaned before Brandon left. The blockout blind installations with side rails earn special attention in reviews — one customer describes total darkness even with hands held up — pointing to a focus on fit quality rather than just product supply. Brandon is flexible around busy schedules, with one couple noting he found a time slot with no fuss, and turnaround from quote to install typically runs around two weeks based on reviewer timelines. Hulm is a sole trader operation, so you're getting Brandon directly on every job rather than an allocated crew — well suited to homeowners who want continuity across multiple rooms or properties.
Best for: whole-house plantation shutter and blind installations, blockout blind fits requiring precise side rail sealing, homeowners wanting direct owner contact from quote through to install, and multi-property clients needing a consistent single tradie.
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What types of window coverings does Hulm Installations install?+
Reviews mention a wide range including plantation shutters (indoor and outdoor), roller blinds, blockout blinds with side rail channels, sheer curtains, external aluminium bifold shutters, roller shutters, and motorised outdoor blinds. Brandon has also been noted helping customers choose between indoor and outdoor motorised options based on specific needs, including for elderly clients. If you have something more unusual in mind, it's worth calling to confirm whether he supplies it directly or sources to order.
How long does it typically take from quote to installation?+
Based on reviewer timelines, the gap from quote to install day has been around two weeks in multiple cases. One customer specifically notes Brandon came back to re-measure after they added three more windows, suggesting flexibility mid-project. Turnaround will depend on product lead times, so it's worth asking about current supply timelines when you get your quote.
Is Brandon competitive on price compared to other blind and shutter suppliers?+
Pricing comes up repeatedly in reviews without being prompted — customers across shutter, blind, and curtain jobs describe quotes as affordable, reasonable, and competitively priced. One customer notes 5 stars doesn't rate highly enough specifically referencing the pricing-to-quality ratio. No reviews mention pricing concerns, though as a sole trader his pricing may vary by product type, so getting a written quote is always worth doing.
Does Hulm Installations work around busy schedules for installation appointments?+
Yes — one reviewer explicitly notes that despite a hectic schedule, Brandon found a time to fit them in with no fuss, and was in and out within 20 minutes for a bathroom shutter install. Multiple reviews mention prompt arrival and on-time attendance. As a sole trader, Brandon manages his own diary, which reviewers suggest makes direct communication and scheduling straightforward.
What areas does Hulm Installations service?+
Hulm Installations is based in Windermere Park, NSW. Reviews don't specify a defined service radius, so if you're outside the immediate Lake Macquarie area, it's worth confirming directly with Brandon whether he covers your suburb. Given he's a sole trader, travel distance may factor into availability or pricing for jobs further afield.