Like many other residents in Virginia Beach, you probably start racking up higher energy bills during summer when the weather turns hot, humid, and sunny. Should you sacrifice your comfort at home to lower the A/C and save a little money on the next electric bill?

No, you shouldn’t — and with Hunter Douglas motorized shades, a sacrifice isn’t necessary. Hunter Douglas has perfected the shading design and technology for energy-efficient window treatments that insulate your home and reduce solar heat gain during summer. Not only that, but their curated collections of shades and blinds look stunning with any home décor. Keep reading to learn how Hunter Douglas shades can help lower your energy expenses this summer.

You probably wouldn’t think that something as simple as motorized shades could make a significant difference in your Virginia Beach, VA home. Maybe that’s because today’s shades keep getting more intelligent each year -- think more AI device, less window treatment. That’s because we connect our window automation to Control4, one of the leading smart home automation systems available today.

Keep reading to see what we rank the top three functionalities for your smart blinds this year. If you haven’t already had motorized shades installed, WSC Home Audio and Video would love to help you get started. Whenever you’re ready, we can set up a no-hassle consultation to talk about your home’s unique spaces and what products we recommend for each one.