Here at Sun and Storm Systems, we’re confident in the ability of our products as sun and storm protection in Sarasota FL. Storm protection in this part of Florida is a no-brainer, but despite the extreme heat experienced year-round, sun protection doesn’t seem to be that much of a priority for people. To change this, we’ve decided to answer the question– Do Solar Screens for Windows Provide More Than Just Sun Protection?
Solar Screens for Windows & Sun Protection
First thing’s first, it’s important to clarify the kind of sun protection that solar screens can provide, and why you may need sun protection in your home. The sun here in Florida can be particularly harsh, especially during June, July, August, the hottest months of the year.
Kids
Most parents wouldn’t let their child go outside and sit in the sun for hours without some form of sun protection (sunblock, hat, long-sleeve clothing, etc). Although the same can’t be said for those children who play inside near windows where the sun may still be able to do just as much damage.
Solar screens can help limit your children’s exposure to harsh UV rays and can protect their skin from painful burning.
Furniture
If you don’t have kids, then it may be fair to assume that you have some relatively valuable or priceless pieces of furniture that you love. There are a few different kinds of furniture that can be affected by the sun’s harmful rays:
– Leather furniture, especially dark leather, is prone to fading in direct sunlight
– Some kinds of wood furniture can be darkened or lightened by exposure to direct sunlight
– Fabric furniture, especially those made from natural fibers, are also prone to fading in direct sunlight
Solar Screens for Windows & Reducing Energy Costs
One of the biggest consumers of electricity in American households is the Heat, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) units that we use to warm up or cool down our interior spaces. This is often necessitated by poorly designed houses that allow excess heat in or out through various surfaces (windows, doors, etc).
Less Heat In = Less Money Out
By reducing the amount of excess heat coming into your home over the day, you can reduce the amount of electricity you need to spend on cooling your home down in the afternoons and evenings. There will be a direct correlation between these, so like investing in solar panels, over time the solar screens will pay for themselves before finally saving you countless dollars.
Solar Screens for Windows & Hurricane Protection
One of the lesser-known benefits of solar screens is that some can offer a degree of impact protection, especially on the larger entrances to your home. The importance of sun and storm protection in Sarasota FL or nearby shouldn’t be lost on anyone, and any investment in hurricane protection is usually swiftly paid off by not having to rebuild parts of your home.
Keep Bugs Out
Insects from the Ceratopogonidae are rife throughout some parts of Florida and are the thing of a nightmare when seen under a microscope. The reality of these little bugs isn’t just that they’re annoying or have a painful bite, they can also carry pathogens that may be especially harmful to the extremely young or old.
Keeping these and other creepy-crawlies out of your home can provide endless relief to entomophobics and parents alike. In other words, solar screens can provide protection from mosquitos and other flying stinging insects and the common fears surrounding unknown insects.
Protect your Lanai
Whether you were inspired by the buildings in the Hawaiian island, or by one of the many TV shows which have made them popular on the mainland, you will likely be quite fond of your lanai. These indoor/outdoor buildings provide the perfect place to host friends and family, as well as your own family for meals both during the day and in the early evenings. Installing solar screens on your lanai can help preserve any furniture you keep in it, and can also help to control the internal climate.
Rain or Shine, Come to Us
Here at Sun and Storm Systems, we have already helped countless people install their ideal sun and storm protection in Sarasota FL. It’s now time to start installing sun protection on our homes, and as you can see from above, we have plenty of reason too.
Contact us today for a free consultation.
