How Awnings Create Energy Savings for You!

Energy costs are rising and there seem to be less dollars available for either personal or business expenses.  In offices and retail establishments around the state we've turned our thermostats so that less energy is used and thus are chillier in the winter and warmer in the summer.  And still our energy bills continue to rise. 

What else can you do?  Of course there's alternative energy sources like solar and the rebates both federally and in California make that option very attractive.  But you may not have a roof direction that's accommodating to solar or for some other reasons it won't work for you.  There are other directions that offer energy savings. 

Awnings Reduce Energy Costs

Suggestions for less costly and simpler ways to reduce your energy costs immediately are numerous. One of these is Awnings – canvas awnings.  Awnings work, in concert with solar or by themselves to help you save energy. 

According to the Department of Energy, awnings can reduce heat gain up to 65 % in south facing windows and up to 77% on windows facing east.  When used with air conditioners, awnings can lower the cost of cooling a building by up to 70%.  What would reducing your cooling costs 70% over the next year save you?  Depending on your energy rates that cost savings figure could be in the high 4 figures or low 5 figures.  With that kind of savings awnings can pay for themselves and make you money. 

If you are considering new construction, awnings make it possible to install new HVAC systems with a smaller capacity, thus reducing purchasing and operating costs.  Since your AC system has to work less hard, it will last longer and need to be serviced less.  More savings for you. 

Awnings are so versatile when it comes to style that they can be used to complement almost any architecture.  Because they were so common until the mid-twentieth century, they are visually appropriate for many historic buildings – unlike some other means of energy conservation.  For a retail commercial establishment, awnings enhance your brand, create customer walk-ins, and may save you money on sun damage in window displays.  Residential awnings create "curb appeal" and enhance the elegance and style of your home.  If you are thinking of selling your residence, awnings is an excellent way to increase the perceived value of your home. 

The ROI on canvas awnings make them an investment worth exploring. 

 

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