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Motorized blinds serve up the ultimate in convenience and fashion, offering modern homes the luxury of controlling natural light with a touch of a button. But, like any electrical device, these have a source of power, and probably one of the most common questions for the battery-powered ones is: How long will they last? That is most important in Edmonton homeowners as the peculiar weather will most likely control the performance of batteries.

Understanding Battery Life in Motorized Blinds

The overall life of these batteries is from 6 months to 2 years, and this should be an estimate. For example, with motorized blinds, how long the battery lives will depend on the type and amount of batteries used, usage frequency, weight, size of blinds, and climate conditions the blinds come into exposure. But this may differ depending on how often you operate the blinds, determined by what is the actual condition in the home environment.

Factors That Affect Battery Life 

Edmonton's climate brings a few challenges that are pretty unique and can affect battery performance. The cold winters and resultant dry air accelerate battery drainage more than one would usually expect in most temperate climates. Here are a few specific factors:

1. Cold Temperatures

Batteries are less effective when cold. As Edmonton has a long, painfully cold winter, this would have the effect of degrading your batteries in motorized blinds especially if your windows are not that well insulated.

2. Frequency of Use

The more you raise and lower your blinds, the faster the batteries will run out. In Edmonton, perhaps due to dramatic daylight hour differences between the seasons, you may be adjusting your blind opening much more frequently and thus can end up with a smaller battery life.

3. Type of Batteries

Proper selection of the type of battery will further automatically enhance the life of the batteries to a very great extent. Generally, Lithium outlasts Alkaline and performs much better under cold conditions; hence, it would fit the climate in Edmonton much better than Alkalines.

4. Blind Size and Weight

Because larger or heavier blinds take more power to move around, your batteries are going to be a lot more depleted. Those who live in Edmonton may find the batteries a little depletive with larger windows and larger blinds.

Tips for Extending Battery Life in Edmonton

While Edmonton’s climate can be challenging, there are several strategies you can employ and use to extend the life of the batteries in your motorized blinds:

a). Opt for Lithium Batteries

Lithium batteries will survive the cold even more than alkaline batteries and also have a higher overall life span, so make sure that those blinds are working well down the stretch.

b). Insulate Your Windows

Proper insulation will certainly cut down the impact of low temperatures on the batteries of blinds. Think about using weather-stripping or insulating window treatments that keep warmth inside and keep cold air out.

c). Reduce Frequency of Use

Take such actions sparingly; reduce the frequency of use. Alternatively, use a timer or smart home system to automate the blind so it doesn't move needlessly too often, thus saving battery power.

d). Regular Maintenance

Don't go by without keeping an eye on those blinds; replace them as soon as you notice their brand-new power beginning to fade. Regular attention to the blinds seems to stop the batteries from dying suddenly, thus allowing your blinds to work during this time of need.

When to Replace the Batteries

No matter how effectively the blinds are being used, batteries eventually must be replaced. Indications that replacement is needed for the motorised blind batteries are that the blinds start slowing down on operation, do not respond to remote controls, or that the movement of the blind is quite interrupted in its frequent travels. Be vigilant in getting them replaced to save you the trouble of having non-operational blinds.

Homeowners in Edmonton need to know how long their motorized blinds' batteries last, and how they can proactively add to this length to get years of seamless operation. There are three ways you can ensure that your motorized blind will provide you comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency within your home: proper selection of the correct batteries, taking care of the blind, and considering the Edmonton climate.

Whether you need to have motorized blinds installed at your Edmonton home or just replacement batteries for an existing system, we have the information to ensure you'll make a good choice at Sun Blinds.

Also, read our other blog: Blinds In Edmonton: A Budget-Friendly Home Improvement