Is It Time to Install These Shades in Your Home?

You may have heard about the beauty, elegance, and increased functionality that occurs when you add motorized shades to your Tampa, FL home. At AV Specialists, we partner with industry leaders that take home automation to incredible heights. One of these is Lutron.

These shades can be controlled with one touch on a customized in-wall keypad, touchscreen, tablet, or smartphone. They can also automatically adjust throughout the day. Our certified technicians can program them to rise with the early morning sun, letting natural daylight wake you. 

They can also automatically close at a specific time of day or when you leave your home. These shades can even adjust throughout the day based on the sun's position, climate control, and natural light levels.

Pretty impressive, isn’t it? Technology has truly transformed our lives. So, how do you know when it's time to install Lutron’s motorized shades in your home? Let's look at a few of the key clues and how these shades can solve everyday household challenges.

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Shades Remain Closed or Open

It’s easy to ignore your shades. You may take the time to raise them in the morning and bring natural daylight into a few chosen rooms. Unfortunately, the shades typically remain in these stagnant positions until darkness descends and you or a family member close them. 

Of course, this scenario is all too common and for a very good reason. Who wants to or has the time to walk around their home throughout the day adjusting their shades? Unfortunately, shades that remain in one position can contribute to solar heat gain, damage fine art and furniture, create a stuffy environment, or result in privacy issues. 

A High Energy Bill

Tampa is known for its beautiful sunshine and warm days. However, when this sun hits windows, it produces solar heat gain as radiation turns into heat. You can notice this type of heat when you walk into a room that feels excessively hot and stuffy compared to other rooms in the home.

Lutron’s motorized shades come in various fabrics that block the sun’s UV rays. Some allow the diffuse light of the sun to filter through, while others block out all light. In addition, their honeycomb shades come with a white backing that reflects the sun and helps to keep rooms comfortable. 

When combined with temperature sensors, your shades will automatically close when your home gets to a specific temperature, keeping the house cooler and reducing high HVAC bills. 

Your Home Stands Vacant

Does your family take several vacations a year? Do you travel on business trips often? Both scenarios can benefit greatly from Lutron’s motorized shades. Mockupancy is Lutron's answer to making it look like someone is home to deter intruders. Simply set your automated systems to “Away,” and your blinds and lights will adjust throughout the day and night, just as if you were home. 

Is it time to enjoy the ease of use and beauty that motorized shades provide? For over 25 years, AV Specialists has installed quality systems that are easy to use and customized for our client’s needs. To schedule a complimentary consultation, contact AV Specialists today.