At our Minneapolis replacement window company, we serve a wide range of customers, And we install these energy-efficient windows in homes of just about every style and age. Yes, we specialize in older and historic homes, but more than a few modern homes are in our project catalog.
We’ve found over the years that there are almost as many reasons for replacing windows as there are homes. But in this particular post we’re going to focus on what is becoming more and more popular: the ‘smart home.’ These homes have automated or app controlled features such as thermostats, lights, and even door and window locks you can activate from your phone or other device such as Amazon’s Alexa. One window manufacturer we work closely with – Marvin – offers Status Sensor, which allows you to monitor the status of your window and door locks, and it’s compatible with most home security systems. But now Marvin has taken a giant leap forward in the smart home technology market by offering Marvin Automated Windows, part of their ‘Connected Home’ product line. (Watch our blog for an upcoming article on the Connected Home features that let you open and close windows from your phone.)
Spoiler Alert: This is NOT an April Fool’s Joke – self-closing windows are now a reality!
With Marvin’s new automated windows, you can fully automate your awning or casement windows, sliding patio doors, and skylights with preset humidity and temperature levels with an app. Once these levels are set, the system takes over the rest. If it’s getting to warm inside your home, the app will open windows. If it senses raindrops, it will close them. Marvin’s goal in developing this feature wasn’t just to make life easier – the automation of the app actually means you’re likely to get more air flow in your home, a definite health plus. And just think, if it suddenly starts to rain while you’re out shopping, your automated Marvin Windows, skylights, or sliding doors will close themselves!
To find out more about Marvin’s automated windows and what went into the development, check out this article in “Fast Company” magazine. To find out more about Marvin windows in general and why we’ve chosen to qualify as a Marvin Authorized Replacement Contractor, contact us today for a free no-obligation consultation either in your home or our Savage MN door and window showroom.
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