Most homeowners are always on the lookout for ways to cut back on their monthly utility expenses. However, few think about window awnings. These shades take stress off the HVAC unit while still allowing you to control the amount of sunlight and fresh air that enters your home. As a result, they also lower your impact on the environment. The guide below looks at their benefits in more detail.

How Do Window Awnings Save Energy?

Protect Your Heating & Cooling System

Window awnings prevent heat from the sun from entering your home as readily, where it would usually raise the temperature. As a result, the air conditioner won’t have to overexert itself trying to cool the area during the hot summer months. Conversely, in the wintertime, you can retract your awnings so that the rooms get heated naturally. The color of the shades makes some difference, with lighter hues reflecting the sunlight and darker shades absorbing it. 

In addition, you also have the option of opening the window to let in fresh air, even when it's raining. These welcome breezes may further decrease the need to rely on the HVAC system.

Turn Off Lights

Because you can more easily control the sun coming into your home, you also can regulate your use of indoor lights more. During the daytime, adjust the window awnings to illuminate the space naturally and conserve energy.

Take advantage of these energy savings by scheduling window awning installations with River Valley Awning. In business since 1985, this team also provides other external home features, such as decks, patios, and garages, to clients throughout Bullhead City, AZ. Visit them online for more information about their extensive range of services and to view pictures of their past work. Or call (928) 763-1800 to speak with a helpful representative about an estimate.