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Energy efficiency · Columbus & Central Ohio

Energy-Efficient Window Treatments in Columbus, OH


Ohio windows lose heat all winter and let it pour in all summer. The right window treatment is one of the simplest ways to make rooms more comfortable year-round.

We look at which windows are costing you comfort, from drafty older glass to hot west-facing walls, and match the treatment to the problem. The owner measures every window and installs every order.

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Norman honeycomb shades in a sunny dining room

Options

What actually helps


Cellular shades

Honeycomb cells trap air at the glass. Double cell adds another layer. See cellular shades.

Exterior solar shades

Stop heat before it reaches the glass, which works best on hot west and south exposures. See exterior shades.

Plantation shutters

A solid, fitted panel in the window frame. See plantation shutters.

Scheduled motorization

Motorized shades that close before the afternoon sun hits, even when you’re not home.

How it works

From first visit to finished install


1. Free in-home visit

We measure every window and talk through light, privacy, and how you use the room.

2. Samples & plan

Samples in your own light, with a product and fabric recommendation for each window.

3. Firm quote

A written quote for product and installation, with no surprises later.

4. Professional install

Custom made to your measurements and installed by our own team, level and tested at every window.

Common questions

Energy efficiency questions we get asked


What is the most energy-efficient window treatment?

For insulation, cellular shades are the go-to because their cells trap air at the window, and double cell shades add more. For summer heat, exterior solar shades are most effective because they block the sun before it reaches the glass.

Do window treatments help in winter or summer?

Both. Insulating shades and shutters slow heat loss through the glass in winter, and solar, exterior, and scheduled shades cut heat gain in summer.

Which windows should I start with?

Usually large west- and south-facing windows for summer heat, and older or single-pane windows for winter drafts. We’ll point out the biggest opportunities during the consultation.

How much do energy-efficient window treatments cost?

Price depends on the product, window sizes, and options like double cell fabric or motorization. You get a written, firm quote after a free in-home consultation.

Service area

Energy-efficient window treatments across Central Ohio


We install energy-efficient window treatments throughout the Columbus metro, working out of 7780 Corporate Blvd, Plain City, OH 43064. Also see our cellular shades, exterior shades, and full product line.

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