Window Treatments Can Keep Your Houston Home Cool & Energy Efficient

When the summer sun blazes, keeping Houston-area homes cool can be challenging. Fortunately, there’s a smart solution that can help beat the heat, and it adds a sophisticated touch to your living spaces: motorized shading. 

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What Is Motorized Shading?

Unlike traditional shades, motorized shades are programmable, adjusting on-demand or automatically raising or lowering throughout the day for optimal comfort and energy efficiency. Motorized shading systems are a technologically efficient way to control the amount of sunlight entering your living spaces. 

Are Automated Window Shades Energy Efficient?

Yes! Simply adding window treatments can improve energy efficiency, but adding automation goes a step further! By blocking out the sun's rays during the heat of the day, you can give your AC a bit of a rest, leading to lower energy bills. Incorporate temperature sensors and schedule operations based on the time of day to fully benefit from this cost-saving solution.

Are There Other Benefits to Motorized Shading?

Yes. Imagine controlling all your shades as part of your smart home system. Manage one shade at a time or your entire home’s worth by pulling out your smartphone, tapping a keypad or remote button, or saying a voice command. This level of convenience simplifies the mundane task of walking room to room to adjust shades, plus your living spaces remain cool and comfortable.

Prolonged sunlight exposure can damage furniture, floors, and artwork, so automated shades can lower when the sun is at its peak, preserving the beauty and longevity of your possessions.

We’re Your Local Smart Home Expert

Your window treatments should complement your aesthetic preferences and functional needs. Whether you prefer sleek, modern designs or classic styles, Media Design ensures that your shades blend seamlessly with your home decor.

 

Don't let the summer heat take a toll on your comfort and energy bills. Contact Media Design here to continue exploring smarter, more comfortable living spaces.