Keeping the summer heat and sun rays out of your home can be a challenge, especially if you have a lot of windows. No matter what you do, you can’t seem to keep your home cool and comfortable. You might also be struggling with keeping your backyard patio cool, which furthers your frustration and renders your outdoor living space useless.

That’s where sunshields and drop shades come in handy. If you don’t like the look of metal or canvas awnings but are still looking for an affordable way to block the sun, let Mesa Awning walk you through the variety of options for privacy shields that keep your spaces relaxed and intimate. Here are several benefits to consider before you get started. 

1. Energy Savings

In Arizona, residents struggle with keeping their homes cool and energy-efficient. With drop shades, less heat from the sun can hit the windows and stream into the house, allowing homeowners to set their thermostats at a comfortable temperature without worry. Many choose to combine their exterior sunshields with energy-efficient screens and window treatments, furthering their energy savings.

Furthermore, when less heat is allowed into a home, the less an air conditioner unit needs to run. While the upfront costs of installation might seem high, a drop shade or sunshield quickly pays for itself in the money many residents save on their utility bills.

2. Flexibility

Unlike traditional canvas or metal awnings, sunshields and drop shades are less noticeable when retracted. These convenient covers are easy to roll and unroll as needed, without becoming a prominent structure on the exterior of your home. If you like how your back patio looks or can’t add an awning over specific windows because of the roof, this might be a better option for you. These window shields easily attach under your roof’s overhang for convenience and aesthetic appeal. 

For those with backyards and patios that face the west, some have even found drop shades beneficial when tracking the sun as it goes down. This flexibility in design and usage allows homeowners to keep their backyard living spaces cool, no matter the time of day. That’s why sunshields, drop shades, and privacy shields are so popular throughout the state.

3. Reduced Sun Damage

When homeowners decide to install an awning or window covering, their main goal is often just to keep the sun out of the home for comfort. However, one of the most significant benefits of installing drop shades is the protection they provide. You protect yourself and your family members with sun sensitives, and you also protect your furniture, carpets, and curtains from sun fading. Too much sun exposure can fade your upholstered furniture, your carpeting near windows, and even your outdoor living furniture and rugs.

Over time, the fading will be more and more noticeable, leaving you with no option but to replace, which can be more expensive than installing a sunshield. So, why not protect your home, inside and out, with the right kind of window shade?

Get a Sunshield Installed Today

Residents throughout Phoenix and Mesa, AZ trust the team at Mesa Awning for their backyard, patio, and window covering needs. Whether you’re looking for a pergola, a carport, or a sunshield for your home, our team of experts will be able to point you in the right direction. Contact us for a free quote by calling (480) 969-4064.