Keep Cool This Summer with Motorized Shades

As the weather continues to grow hotter, you’ll be seeking the indoors to stay cool when it gets too unbearable outside. But by blasting your HVAC system on high drive, you’ll have to deal with skyrocketing monthly bills. Not to mention the amount of energy you’ll be using!

But how can you keep cool this summer without overworking your air conditioning on the daily? The best solution for your Portland, OR home is motorized shades. This smart feature can elevate your whole living space and beat the heat every day during this time of year.

Want to stay relaxed and comfortable this season? Find out more about motorized shades by reading on below.

SEE ALSO: TOP 4 WAYS MOTORIZED SHADES IMPROVE YOUR SPACE

Block the Harsh Sun Rays

When you’re enjoying time with loved ones in your family room or kitchen space, you don’t want the hot sun to overheat everyone. Ensure that when the sun is at its most intense, your motorized shades lower right away.

You can set your shades on a schedule, so that they lower at specific hours or times of the day, or you can have your smart device of choice handy - such as a smartphone, tablet, or remote. Simply push a button to lower and raise the shades with ease.

Installing photosensors on your windows will then alert your shades when the sun is shining directly inside and will have them respond accordingly throughout the day, raising and lowering when needed.

You’ll be protecting your delicate interiors, artwork, and furniture from sun damage, and helping to prevent solar heat gain. While you’re enjoying the cooled-down indoors, you can also enjoy zero glares on your TV screens. Shades can lower at just the right time to make sure your summer movie marathon is never ruined!

Insulation: Lower Bills, Save Energy

Many don’t realize that motorized shades are the ultimate insulation solutions for your home. Motorized shades are installed to create a space between the fabric and window itself. This space is called an “air gap,” and it provides insulation for any area the shading is in – during both summer and winter.

When the shades are lowered, the air gap keeps cool air inside and the heat on the other side of the window. This will make your living space’s whole atmosphere more breathable and comfortable. It will also significantly lower your bills too.

As the photosensors communicate with your shades to tell them to lower, the entire house stays cool and relaxing without your HVAC system becoming overworked. Your HVAC will function with your shades and smart thermostat to find the perfect temperature, and all three will maintain it without using tons of energy. 

Now that your system isn’t constantly powered to keep the heat down, you won’t have to face the costly consequences: those monthly bills. You can now spend time with family and friends in a relaxed environment without stressing.

Want to find out more about how motorized shades can benefit you this summer? Feel free to give us a call or fill out our online contact form to schedule a no-obligation consultation with our team. We’d love to hear from you!