A homeowner can prepare room and opening notes, but final shutter measurement and fit are confirmed for the chosen product and installation method.
Record each opening separately. Note approximate width and height, inside or outside mount questions, trim, sill, handles, tilt clearance, doors, unusual shapes, furniture, and how the window is used.
Where a property or local-scope question arises, verify it separately. The City building-services page is a local information source; it does not make an interior-shutter project permit-required.
- Identify the room and opening that matters most before comparing style or price context.
- Keep approximate notes clearly separate from final dimensions.
- Ask product-specific questions about clearance, configuration, and documented installation requirements.
Common questions
Can I measure shutters myself before an appointment?
Approximate notes are useful for planning, but a final configuration depends on the product, installation method, and an in-person evaluation of the opening.