While your shades, blinds, and drapes have a wide range of purposes, there are two that stand out above the rest: protecting your privacy and managing natural light. Though daylight can improve your day by basking your space in a warm glow, it can also make your television unwatchable in the afternoon. So, you how do you get it only when you want it?

While you can turn fixtures on and off on command, managing when and where you get sunlight is a little trickier. Although shades are a great start, when controlled manually it’s difficult and tedious to stay ahead of the shifting sunlight. Smart shading solutions that let you manage them through apps, sensors and schedules make it easier for you to take control.

You can use automated shades in a variety of ways to harvest natural light and improve your day-to-day lifestyle. Each family will find their unique approaches, but below we outline some of the most common ones you can implement in your Stamford, CT home.

As you bring smart technology into your Darien, CT home, one of the benefits of a professional installation is having someone available to help you with your system down the line. Every technology solution deserves service and support to solve issues quickly before they become a serious problem. Even with the best installations, smart home technology benefits from constant upkeep to add the latest upgrades and maintain components for long periods.

At Rich AV we make it a priority to offer constant support to our clients through our service plans. However, even those that do not sign up for a monthly plan can reach out for help and receive in-home support during business hours depending on scheduling availability. Explore our monthly plans below to find out which might be the best fit to maintain and service your smart home technology.

Over the years, parents have come up with hundreds of unique ways to child-proof their homes. Vowing to create the safest and most comfortable environment for their kids, they add parental controls to their TVs, secure cabinets and toilets, and even add humidifiers in their bedrooms. Even the most discerning parents, however, may be missing out on one crucial tool: automated shading.

Rarely more than a stylistic consideration, the right kind of shades can have a significant impact on your kids. As you read this blog, you’ll find out how automated shades make your Greenwich, CT home safer. Lots of other benefits come along with smarter control of your window treatments, including better sleep habits and added independence for your kids.

Earlier this year, Savant announced a new suite of entry service solutions that makes it easy for homeowners to see and communicate with people at the front door, gate, garage or any other major entry point. Door stations with two-way communication, sensors and integrated control link up directly to a newly upgraded Savant Pro App for unprecedented access.

Make your Greenwich, CT home safer while streamlining your daily routine with these new smart features. As your local Savant Dealers, we’d like to take the opportunity to showcase these new services and highlight some ways we optimize them for your lifestyle.