3 Awesome Ways Smart Lighting Cuts Energy Costs

Reducing energy use is a big priority for many of our clients when choosing smart technology for their Houston, TX homes. While some want to keep more money in their pockets, others worry about their home’s carbon footprint. Recognizing this need, we offer plenty of solutions specifically designed for more efficient energy use.

Home lighting control is the most useful tool when it comes to energy management. Every day you use lighting more than any other technology. Even the slightest improvement in how you use it will have a significant impact on your lifestyle and your home's carbon footprint. Reduce your energy consumption by employing the lighting features outlined below.

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Bring Down Lighting Costs with Dimmers

A dimmer, on average, will save you 4-9% in electricity even if you use it at the highest lighting levels. Properly used, it can save you up to 20% on your monthly energy bills. That’s because you likely don’t need your fixtures at top intensity for most activities.

Start by playing around with the ideal levels using on-wall dimmers, a dedicated touchpad or your mobile app. Create custom scenes within your lighting control system once you find the perfect settings, then pull them up at the press of a button, swipe on your screen or voice command as needed.

Avoid Using Lights in Unoccupied Rooms

How often have you reprimanded your children or spouse for leaving a light on in an empty room? Our lighting control solutions resolve this problem in two unique ways. With access to all your lights from one user interface, it’s easy to check which are on and turn them off with just one tap no matter where you are.

Don’t want to have to lift a finger to fix the problem? Add occupancy sensors that ensure lights are off in empty rooms. When no motion is detected for a given time, the lights will turn off automatically. Place these sensors throughout the house or in error-prone rooms like the kitchen, bathrooms and home offices.

Unleash Natural Lighting in Your Home

Natural lighting plays a vital role in reducing energy waste. Let your artificial lighting take a much-deserved rest when sunlight is available. Use motorized window shades linked to photosensors. These sensors recognize when there's natural light available, then open up your shades and dim down your lights. Often, we’ll link these motorized shades with your HVAC as well. If your house starts heating up too much, your HVAC will direct shades to close to reduce your cooling costs.

A professionally installed lighting control systems help you embrace a more comfortable, energy-conscious lifestyle. Call us, fill out our contact form or chat with us below to set up a meeting with one of our lighting experts.