Smart shades & home automation
Shades that open with the sunrise, close for movie night, and lock in privacy when you leave for the season.
Shades that run on their own
With motorized shades, controls are where daily life gets easier. We set up the control options that fit how you live and what your shade system supports.
Remotes & keypads
Handheld remotes or wall keypads by the door, the bed or the couch. Simple for guests and kids.
App & schedules
Open and close by time of day or sunrise and sunset, and check on shades from anywhere.
Scenes
One button for "Morning", "Movie" or "Away" that moves several shades at once.
Voice & smart home
Voice assistants and smart home platforms, when the shade system and hub support them.
Compatibility comes first
Smart features depend on the exact shade system and hub. Before we quote, we check what you already use, such as a phone app, a voice assistant or an existing smart home hub, and we only promise the features your setup supports. If you're starting fresh, we'll recommend a simple setup that's easy to live with.
Simple setups that last
The best smart shade setup is one you don't have to think about. For most homes that means a remote or keypad in each main room, a few schedules tied to sunrise and sunset, and one or two scenes like "Morning" and "Away." We set those up at installation, label everything, and show everyone in the house how to use it. If you want to add an app, voice assistant or hub later, many systems let you build on what's there.
For second homes and rentals
- Away schedules so the house doesn't look empty and furniture isn't sun-faded
- Remote control between visits, when the system supports app access
- Simple remotes for guests, so nobody needs your phone
Wondering how power works? Our battery vs. hardwired guide explains charging, cold weather and why we stick to battery-powered systems. For rentals, see shades for short-term rentals.
We focus on battery-powered and app-ready shade systems. New electrical wiring and hardwired whole-home control systems are outside what we offer; if you already work with a home technology integrator, we're happy to coordinate.
Smart shade questions
Can motorized shades work with my smart home?
Usually, yes, but it depends on the shade system and the hub you have. Many systems work with their own app, schedules and voice assistants. We confirm compatibility with your setup before we quote, so there are no surprises.
Do motorized shades need new wiring?
The motorized shades we install are battery-powered or rechargeable, so most suitable windows need no new wiring through finished walls. We confirm mounting, battery access and product fit when we measure. Not every opening qualifies, and we'll tell you if one doesn't.
I own a second home and I'm not in town. Can we start remotely?
Yes. Send a few photos and rough sizes and we can talk through options by phone. Custom shades still need our on-site measurements before anything is ordered, so we'll arrange access with you or your property manager.
Plan your smart shade setup
Tell us about your windows in under two minutes. We'll follow up to talk through options, then measure on site before anything is ordered.