Heatwaves and A/C: How to Keep Cool this Summer

BY Jenica August 2, 2021

This year’s heatwave has been traveling vastly across the globe this summer in a big way. 2021 is NOT the year to be suffering through a non-air-conditioned household. If your home is circling above 80 degrees, it might be time to upgrade. A/C units can be priced anywhere from $100-$5,000 depending on the brand, quality, size, and type. Here are some great options of all different budgets to help you keep your cool well into the fall. 

Portable Units $

Evaporative coolers and swamp coolers are an efficient way to cool down your home if you don’t have a usable window for an A/C unit. They’re also perfect for the corner parts of the house that never seem to cool down. If you shop carefully, there are a number of units that use 75% less energy than traditional units which will save you a ton of dough on your energy bill.

The Window Unit $$

Window units will typically cool down any room around 150 square feet. Make sure you measure your windows before making your purchase because they are all sized differently. If you’re looking for a reliable brand, GE is the highest rated window unit in the United States.

Central Air Conditioners $$$

Maybe your home has central air installed but you’re in desperate need of an upgrade, or maybe the window units just aren’t cutting it anymore. Either way, this is going to be your priciest option because you not only need to purchase the unit, but pay for the installation as well. 

Whichever type of unit you’re looking to purchase, here are the key components to keep top of mind to decide which is going to work best for you.

Proper Size

Noise Level

Energy Efficiency

How it fits in your Home Infrastructure

Bonus Features (remotes, smart home capabilities, etc.).

Budget

We hope these little tips help you keep your cool this summer before you melt. Global heatwaves are never part of the plan to be on our budget, so if you’re needing any extra help getting what you need, Progressive Leasing has partnered with thousands of retailers across the country ready to make this season more comfortable.