Winter Is Here… Thankfully So Are Motorized Shades

Motorized Shades Will Save You Time, Energy & Money through the Winter and beyond 

Now that cold weather has made its way to Wilmette, IL, it is once again time to watch the temperature readings go down and the energy bills go up. Unless, of course, you own a smart home with an integrated climate control system. 

At Avidia, we have everything you need to keep your home warm and energy efficient through the cold months ahead. That means smart thermostats, automated lights, and even motorized shades. Best of all, these same devices will cool you down in the summer as well! 

In this article, we will explore the different ways that motorized shades will save you time, energy, and money through the winter months and beyond! 

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Lutron Honeycomb Shades 

Lutron shades are the industry standard in quality and engineering, making them ideal for homeowners looking for the best window treatments available. If it is energy efficiency that you are looking for, we recommend Honeycomb shades.

Like other window treatments, honeycomb shades come in various levels of opacity, from sheer and translucent to 100% opaque, giving you control over the degree of privacy for each space. Lutron fabrics come with a white reflective backing, reducing heat loss to and from any surrounding areas. Both single-cell and double-cell shades use a series of innovative air pockets and proprietary fabric technology for optimal insulation, with the option of aluminum lining available for added insulation.  

By minimizing or altogether eliminating heat loss through your windows, Lutron honeycomb shades will save you money and keep you comfortable through the cold weather. With that said, they alone are not enough! 

Integrated Climate Control

Motorized shades are only part of the answer to keeping your home warm and insulated. For truly efficient climate control, it is also necessary to integrate your shades, smart lights, and smart thermostat into a single, automated system. But how would that work, exactly?

To optimize energy usage, the shades can roll down when it’s cold outside and roll back up to let the head inside in the afternoon. Likewise, light fixtures should remain off or dimmed when not in use. With a fully automated system, all it will take is a screen tap from across town or the other side of the world, and your home will be ready for you by the time you arrive.

It’s already cold outside, but you are still in time to insulate your smart home from the winter weather. So, take off those mittens and tap away on the phone to reach out to our experts. Whether it’s raining, snowing, or freezing, we’ll be there to keep your smart home warm for you!