Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering smart shades for your Edina home

Are you tired of wrestling with the manual shades and their myriad cords in your Edina, MN home? If so, you may be ready to make the upgrade to smart blinds that are easily controllable with preset schedules for raising and lowering or with the press of a button on your smartphone. 

We know that making the switch is a time-consuming (and costly) change upfront. But we think the long-term benefits of switching to motorized shades — like heating and cooling savings, better natural lighting control, and easier operation — are worth it. Keep reading to learn the answers to commonly asked questions about smart blinds to determine if they’re the right fit for your home’s windows. 

Take a closer look at the lighting and shading solutions we installed in the Crosslake Home custom project

At ResTech Systems, our bread and butter is designing and installing sophisticated smart home solutions for clients stretching from Crosslake to Minnetonka, MN, and surrounding areas. Earlier this month, we published a blog exploring the work we did for a family lake house in the picturesque lakeside city of Crosslake, MN. 

Today, we invite you to take a deeper dive into the Crosslake Home project and learn about the smart home lighting and shading solutions we installed for our client. Keep reading below!

Comparing Advanced & DIY Smart Lighting Systems 

If you want to create the perfect ambiance in your home with the most convenience, a professionally installed lighting control system is a game-changer. While DIY smart bulbs from Amazon may seem like an appealing option, their limitations often outweigh the benefits. 

Why? Let’s explore why professional lighting control is the smarter choice for your Orono, MN, home.

Smart Home Solutions Can Help You Go Green

While smart home automation can create an ideal daily living experience throughout the entirety of your Minnetonka, MN, property, it can also help you reduce your carbon footprint. A variety of smart home solutions contribute to an effortless home energy management system and setup - allowing you to become more energy efficient with just the tap of a button.

Save energy and lower your monthly bills with smart technologies that maintain energy usage throughout your home and all throughout the year. Let’s explore how these smart solutions can help you go green below!

Learn how automation and smart technology help you save energy and reduce your carbon footprint

You may have heard how smart tech and automation can make your home more accessible, comfortable and convenient — but did you know smart technology can also make your home more energy-efficient? Smart technology systems like automated window treatments, lighting control, and climate control help you take a proactive approach to home energy management. Along the way, you’ll lower your carbon footprint and save money on utility bills. 

Keep reading to learn how to use smart technology to optimize energy efficiency in your Minnetonka, MN home.