Battery-Powered and Wired Options Fit Different Windows and Projects

Many homeowners assume motorized shades can only be installed with new construction or major remodeling, when the walls are open and running wire is easy. If your home is already finished, it can seem like more disruption than it’s worth. In practice, many existing homes can easily have motorized shades installed. Battery-powered styles install directly into the window opening without touching the drywall, and wired options slot neatly into renovations. For established Westchester County homes with finished walls and rooms you’d rather not open up, that’s welcome news. Here’s how to decide which route fits each window.