Manufacturers and retailers frequently offer aggressive "winter clearance" deals of 20% to 40% to move prior-year inventory.

Buying in the last week of any month can yield better deals as sales teams push to meet monthly goals.

Because demand is low, you have more power to negotiate better prices, extended warranties, or service bundles. Seasonal Buying Guide Price Index Winter Dec – Feb Lowest (90%) Best for maximum savings and clearance models. Spring Mar – May Moderate (95%) Good for new model launches and "early bird" promos. Summer Jun – Aug Highest (105%) Avoid if possible; emergency installs cost 10-25% more. Fall Sep – Nov Moderate (92%) Great for "savvy savers" as summer inventory is cleared. Pro Tips for Extra Savings

If your furnace is also aging, you can often get a significant discount by replacing both the heating and cooling systems at once. When's the Best Time to Buy a New AC Unit?