Create a Greener Home with Motorized Blinds

Reduce Energy Consumption and Save Money with Smart Shades

Did you know that, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), approximately 30% of your home's heat is lost through its windows? Additionally, over 75% of the sunlight entering your windows becomes heat. That's a lot of energy! 

Fortunately, there is a way to manage all this energy to reduce cooling costs in the hot days of summer and the cold days of winter. It's called motorized blinds, and it's transforming how homeowners in Blue Mountain, Ontario, improve their energy efficiency and create greener homes. 

Let's see how it's done.

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The Benefit of Window Coverings

While many people think of window coverings as a way to ensure privacy and enhance the beauty of their homes, these treatments do much more. Shades, blinds, and draperies can significantly reduce heat loss in the winter and manage heat gain in the summer, helping to maintain the ideal temperature and lower energy costs. 

For instance, it's best to keep your window coverings closed in the summer when direct sunlight hits the windows and open those that receive indirect light. 

Unfortunately, a study by the U.S. DOE found that about 75% of a home's window coverings remain in the same position from morning until night, missing out on the benefits they can bring. While we know that strategically operating them to bring in sunlight in the winter and reduce it in the summer can make a significant difference, who has the time or inclination to adjust shades continually?

That's where motorized blinds come in. 

Automated Shades to the Rescue

Motorized shades automatically raise and lower throughout the day, reducing heat gain in the summer and helping retain heat in the winter. In the summer, when direct light hits the windowpanes and the temperature increases, sensors signal your window coverings that it's time to close. As the sun transitions across the sky, these same window treatments open, letting in filtered sunlight and reducing the need for electric lights.

North-facing windows typically receive diffused natural light that does not add to summer heat gain. For this reason, the shades on these windows may remain open for much of the day, bringing in daylight and limiting electrical usage. On the other hand, west- and east-facing windows may admit a significant amount of heat in the summer. By lowering the shades, your home experiences less heat gain and less stress on your HVAC system. 

At Balaklava, our automation experts will discover how sunlight affects your home and its many windows throughout the day and then program them to achieve maximum energy efficiency. We'll explore the vast styles and hundreds of fabrics, ensuring the perfect fit for their uses and your home's design. 

Are you ready to take advantage of the energy-saving benefits motorized shades provide? To learn more about motorized blinds or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Balaklava today.