Evanston Couple Installs Awnings to Save Energy
Fabric awnings promise energy savings, a reduced carbon footprint and curb appeal.
Roseville, MN (PRWEB) July 11, 2009 -- Homeowners Barbara and Marc Neuerman of Evanston, Illinois, are
ecstatic about their new awnings. They installed awnings last year to reduce energy bills and greenhouse gas
emissions during the summer months. As a plus, the Neuermans love the look of awnings on their home.
In a new video produced by the Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA), which can be seen at
www.awningstoday.com, the Neuermans talk about why they chose awnings for their home, and the results
they've experienced.
"We looked at the cost of our air conditioning bills in the summertime, which could go as high as $500 a month.
That was just becoming unacceptable," said Ms. Neuerman. "I went online and started to do some research as to
what awnings could actually do… I was very surprised to find out that, in this climate, my energy savings by
adding awnings to the front of the house would be as great as 30 percent per month. That's a huge number."
"Awnings are the simplest thing you can do to lower your energy costs," continued Ms. Neuerman, "We're not
talking about replacing central air conditioning units; we're not talking about ripping out 37 windows in the house.
We are talking about putting up 9 canvas awnings, and possibly saving as much as 30 percent on my energy bill."
The results were immediate, said Neuerman, "On the day that the awnings went up… it was an 88- or 90-degree
day as it were - and as they put the awnings up on the south side of the house the temperature upstairs dropped
dramatically, until the air conditioning had a chance to adjust to what was happening. We actually had to go get
sweaters, because that's how fast the awnings impacted the temperatures inside the house. It was pretty
remarkable."
Curb appeal was important as well. Added Mr. Neuerman, "We do very much enjoy the awnings and what it does
to enhance the appearance of