You’ve checked the thermostat three times. It says 72—but it feels like 80.
If you live in Pearland, you know how fast rooms heat up when the sun hits just right. And running your A/C around the clock? That’s a quick way to spike your bills.
Good news: the fix may be at your windows. Here are three tips to make your Texas home more comfortable without touching the thermostat:
1. Block Heat Before It Enters
The most energy-efficient way to cool a room is to prevent heat from entering in the first place.
Solution: Install cellular or solar shades. These create a barrier at the window, blocking thermal gain while still letting in soft, natural light.
2. Reduce the Load on Your A/C
If your A/C is working overtime, it’s likely fighting against hot window zones.
Solution: Target sun-facing rooms with heat-reducing shades to even out temps across your home.
3. Improve Comfort Room by Room
Hot spots make your whole home feel uncomfortable—even if the thermostat says it’s fine.
Solution: Treat your windows based on how you use each room. Need darkness for sleep? Blackout shades. Need filtered light in the kitchen? Light-diffusing fabrics.
Stay Cool, Spend Less
Texas summers are no joke. But you don’t have to live in a cave—or blast the air nonstop—to stay comfortable.
Smart, energy efficient blinds make your home feel better and lower your cooling bills.
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