Refrigerators and freezers: March/April; new models arrive and older models are discounted; holiday sales.

Washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, ranges: Sept./Oct.; new models released and older models discounted; holiday sales; end-of-year clearance.

Large home electronics: Fall holiday sales, online sales events; promos, like Super Bowl sales for TVs.

Smart appliances and other smart devices: Fall holiday sales; online and other sales events.

Air conditioners, heater, other seasonal appliances: Off season (purchase AC units in fall or winter, heaters in summer.)

Additional Purchasing Tips: 

• When possible, bundle major appliances for significant savings.

• Be on the lookout. When new models arrive, older models drop in price.

• Retailers typically clear out inventory at the end of the year, which can mean big discounts.

• Local retailers typically try to met end-of-month/quarter sale quotas, which could mean flexible prices or negotiating.