Reduce your monthly bills and help the environment with these tips

The convenience of motorized shades is unmatched: open and close every window treatment in your home with just the push of a button. But did you know that your automated window treatments can also save you energy? Reduce your carbon footprint with smart technology that proactively manages your lighting and climate control. Keep reading to learn how motorized window treatments can reduce your home's energy usage in Las Vegas, NV.

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Climate Control

An essential aspect of the comfort of your home is the climate; no one enjoys being too hot or too cold. Unfortunately, this also is the biggest culprit of your energy usage. Your HVAC system raises your energy bills, and to make things even worse, thirty percent of your home's HVAC output is lost through your windows. This is where motorized window treatments come in. Interior window coverings keep the heat or AC in by insulating your home. They can even be used to supplement your HVAC system. For example, if your home is too cold, your home automation system will check to see if your shades are open. Sunlight can warm up a room, so instead of cranking up the AC, it will close the shades to see if that lowers the temperature enough, and if not, the room will be easier for your AC system to cool. In the summer, you can schedule your shades to close during the hottest parts of the day. During the winter months, they can also open to let in sunlight, naturally heating your home. Energy-efficient climate control has never been easier than with motorized shades that open and close automatically!

Lighting Control

One way to save energy using your motorized window treatments is to use sunlight to lighten your home instead of electric lighting. Your Savant home automation system will utilize the natural light through your windows to save you energy and money on your electricity bills. Schedule your blinds to open automatically when the sun rises, gently waking you. On days when you don't have to be up at a particular time, utilize sensors to open them, so they open right when there is enough sunlight. As the sun moves across the sky, your shades will automatically adjust, then as it sets, they will close to protect your privacy. Natural sunlight will save you energy and improve your health. Natural lighting is good for your circadian rhythm, leading to better sleep and less stress—couple your window treatments with smart lighting for even better control. Sensors will measure how bright a room is and supplement the sunlight with artificial lighting, ensuring that you are energy-efficient while always having the perfect illumination level.

Fuzion3 is a trusted home automation company located in the Las Vegas, NV, area. Call us at 949.600.4114 or fill out our online contact form to get started on your motorized window treatment installation today. We would love to hear from you!