How Smart Window Coverings Help Keep Michigan Homes Cooler and Cut Energy Bills

By Advantage Blinds Shades & Shutters – Royal Oak, MI | www.heyletsdecorate.com | (248) 399-2154

As Michigan summers grow hotter and more humid, keeping your home cool without cranking the AC is a growing challenge for homeowners across Royal Oak, Ferndale, Birmingham, and Metro Detroit. One of the smartest ways to beat the heat—and the energy bill—is by installing smart window coverings, such as motorized blinds, shades, and shutters.

These modern window treatments not only elevate your home’s comfort and style but also help lower your cooling costs significantly during the peak of summer.

🧠 How Smart Window Coverings Work

Smart window treatments use automation and scheduling to control how sunlight enters your home. By automatically closing during peak heat hours (usually 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), they block solar heat gain, reduce interior temperatures, and minimize the need for air conditioning.

Whether you live in a historic home in Royal Oak or a modern condo in Birmingham, controlling sunlight with smart shades or blinds can improve energy efficiency dramatically.

📊 What the Research Says

Real studies support what many Michigan homeowners already feel—smart window coverings work:

• Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory found that automated window coverings can reduce cooling loads by up to 20%, translating to indoor temperatures 5–7°F cooler.
• The U.S. Department of Energy reports that properly installed window coverings can cut energy bills by 10–25% by reducing unwanted heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter.
• A study in the Journal of Building Engineering showed that smart blinds with reflective coatings can reduce solar heat gain by up to 60%, helping interiors stay 6–10°F cooler.
• In several case studies across Michigan, homes with smart shades stayed 7–9°F cooler on average during July and August compared to homes with traditional blinds or no coverings.

🌡️ Benefits of Smart Window Coverings in Michigan Homes

For Royal Oak and surrounding areas like Berkley, Commerce, Oakland Township, Oxford and surrounding areas, smart blinds and shades are especially valuable in south-facing windows, skylights, and sunrooms where heat builds quickly.

Here’s what you gain:

✅ Cooler Interiors: Block sunlight automatically and keep rooms up to 9°F cooler.

✅ Lower Energy Bills: Cut your cooling costs by up to 25%, especially in peak summer.

✅ Convenience: Program blinds to open or close even when you’re not home.

✅ Increased Home Value: Smart window treatments are an appealing feature to today’s buyers.

🪟 Smart Window Options We Carry at Advantage Blinds

At Advantage Blinds Shades & Shutters, we proudly carry Hunter Douglas smart window treatments, which offer advanced automation via smartphone apps, voice control (like Alexa and Google Home), and daylight sensors.

Popular Michigan favorites include:

• Duette® Honeycomb Shades – Excellent insulation and UV protection
• Pirouette® and Silhouette® Shades – Filter light beautifully while controlling glare
• PowerView® Automation – Control every shade in your home with a tap or voice command

🏡 Why Choose Advantage Blinds in Royal Oak, MI?

We’ve been helping homeowners across Oakland County and Metro Detroit create energy-efficient and stylish living spaces with custom window coverings for over a decade.

• Expert in-home consultations
• Locally owned and operated in Royal Oak, MI
• Professional installation of all automated systems
• Approved Hunter Douglas Dealer
• Friendly service and tailored design solutions

📞 Ready to Keep Cool and Save This Summer?

Don’t sweat through another Michigan summer. Let us help you find the perfect smart window coverings to keep your home cooler, cut your AC usage, and enhance your home’s comfort.

👉 Call us today at (248) 399-2154 or visit www.heyletsdecorate.com to schedule your free in-home consultation.

📍 Serving Royal Oak, Birmingham, Farmington Hills, Clawson, and the greater Metro Detroit area.