HOW TO SAVE ENERGY WITH A LUTRON LIGHTING SYSTEM

Are you looking to make your home smarter while also saving on energy costs? You may think efficiency will come at the expense of convenience and practicality. With a Lutron lighting system, that simply isn’t the case. Lutron smart lighting solutions bring incredible convenience and energy efficiency to your home, often without you lifting a finger—literally! In this blog, we'll explore four effective and effortless ways a Lutron lighting system can help you save energy in your Hoover, AL, home. Please keep reading below!

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SENSORS THAT MAKE SENSE

Lutron's range of sensors is a game-changer for managing interior lighting. These sensors, often associated with commercial settings, are equally beneficial for residential use. They can detect when a room is occupied, turning lights on and off based on activity. This feature is especially useful in high-traffic areas like bathrooms and kitchens, where lights are often left on unintentionally. With Lutron's sensors, you no longer have to worry about wasted energy from forgotten lights.

LIGHTS ON SCHEDULE 

With a Lutron lighting system, scheduling your lights is as easy as a few taps on your smart device. Want your outdoor lights to turn on at dusk and off at dawn? Simply set it up once in the Lutron app, and your lights will follow the schedule daily and accurately through every season. This feature isn't limited to outdoor lighting; any light controlled by your Lutron system can be scheduled, offering you a seamless way to manage your home's lighting.

DIM AND SAVE 

Most homes have bright lighting in main areas, but full brightness isn't always necessary. This is where dimmers come in. By installing dimmers, you gain precise control over your lighting output, saving energy and creating a more relaxing ambiance for activities like dining or reading. Plus, your lighting fixtures will last longer when dimmed often. And thanks to Lutron's wireless ClearConnect technology, you can install a variety of keypad and dimmer controls precisely where you need them, making it surprisingly simple to retrofit a Lutron lighting system into your existing home. Those dimming controls don't only work on one lighting load; they can coordinate across several spaces for customized, effortless efficiency.

MOTORIZED SHADING: THE PERFECT PARTNER 

Another feature that enhances the efficiency and comfort of a Lutron lighting system is motorized shading. This technology works in harmony with your lighting control to optimize your home's energy use and create a comfortable environment. Motorized shades can be programmed to adjust based on the time of day or the amount of sunlight entering your rooms. During the peak daylight hours, the shades can automatically lower to block intense rays, reducing the need for air conditioning and preventing glare on your screens. Conversely, the shades can rise during darker hours to allow natural light in, reducing the need for artificial lighting.

When integrated with a Lutron lighting system, motorized shades can be part of the same schedules and sensors. For instance, when your lights dim for a movie night, your shades can lower simultaneously, creating the perfect viewing atmosphere. Or, if your sensors detect no activity in a room, both the lights and shades can adjust to save energy.

Are you convinced yet how easy efficiency can be with a Lutron lighting system? If not, we can give you many more reasons! Contact us here or click the chat box below to connect with one of our experts quickly. We look forward to working with you!