Use Window Coverings and Accessories to Cut Energy Costs
As homeowners across the country prepare to make improvements to their homes this summer, many are thinking in two particular shades of green –environmentally friendly and fiscally sound.
“People are always interested in preserving the beauty of their neighborhoods and keeping more of the money they earn,” said Stacey Lietz, Budget Blinds owner serving the Santa Clarita Valley. “We have a great line of products and product features that will help homeowners maintain a comfortable home and decrease the amount of energy they use.”
The Department of Energy reports that heating and cooling accounts for nearly 56 percent of the energy use in a typical U.S. home, making it the largest energy expense in most households. One of the simplest ways to reduce your heating and cooling needs and costs is by using your window treatments.
Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing window treatments:
• All window coverings can help reduce heat gain when they are used.
• Shutters and cellular shades are great insulators. They help rooms retain cool air during the summer and warm air in during the winter.
• Thermal lining used in panels and Roman shades increases heat retention and reduces heat loss, thereby cutting heating requirements.
• Solar fabrics and window film are great choices to cut your A/C requirement.
• Window film has been reported to reduce air conditioning costs by as much as 30 to 40 percent.
Budget Blinds has a variety of solutions for those homeowners who wish to purchase environmentally-friendly products. Budget Blinds carries a wide variety of products made from recycled or renewable resources, including; window treatments made from woven woods, cotton, silk or composite wood and beautiful area rugs made from wool.
Whether you want to cut energy use, create a healthier indoor environment or purchase products that encourage conservation, your local Budget Blinds Style Consultant can help you find the window coverings that meet your needs.
For more information or to schedule your free in home consultation please call 661-254-6376 or www.budgetlinds.com/valencia .