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When is the Best Time to Shop for Appliances
Save the Date: When to Shop by Appliance
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There's never a bad time to buy appliances, but some months are better than others. Seasonal sales, shifting inventory, and holidays create opportunities for consumers to save on top appliance brands and the latest models of the year. Use this guide to learn the best time to buy appliances so you can save money while taking home some of the best models on the market.
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Even if you are new to the world of appliance shopping, you might be familiar with buying trends sales revolving around major holidays. Here are a few of the most frequent holiday sales buyers can cash in one major deals.
- Black Friday: This is largely considered the best time to buy appliances. Black Friday appliance deals are known to be steep and cover a variety of brands.
- Labor Day: Since Labor Day appliance sales happen toward the end of the year, this is a great time to save on appliances of the year before next year’s models hit the floor.
- Presidents’ Day: A Presidents’ Day appliance sale is the next opportunity to save on appliances after New Years appliance sales.
- Memorial Day: You can find Memorial Day appliance sales starting the week before this holiday with some stores extending the sale a few days (or the weekend, depending on what day the holiday lands for a year).
- The New Year: Most manufacturers release new appliances between September and December, meaning a New Year appliance sale is a great time to purchase a new appliance model at a discounted price.
- Independence Day: Also known as the 4th of July, this is another opportunity for summer sales and the best time to buy appliances. Major hitters included refrigerators and freezers.
Save the Date: When to Shop by Appliance
Tracking prices according to the calendar is one of the best ways to learn how to save money on appliances. It might take a few weeks, but your dream washer or refrigerator could go on sale and help you save hundreds of dollars.
Seasonal sales are ideal if you want to completely remodel your kitchen or invest in a few appliances that will make running your home easier. However, there are also specific times to buy certain items where you can find surprisingly good deals. Here is a breakdown of different appliances and when you can get the best deals for them.
➕The best time to buy a refrigerator is around the end of the year. Manufacturers want to sell these bulky appliances to make room for new models.
➕The best time to buy an oven is during the holidays because more people are cooking meals for friends and family. This is also the best time to buy a stove and the best time to buy a cooktop.
➕ The best time to buy a washer and dryer is in the fall during back to school season. This usually means there is an uptick in laundry for parents.
➕ The best time to buy a dishwasher is during Memorial Day and Independence Day sales.
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There are several ways to save on appliances when you buy from Albert Lee. Here are a few additional opportunities to look out for
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✅Appliance rebates: The are manufacturer discounts that apply to specific items. We offer appliance rebates throughout the year at Albert Lee.
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✅Clearance appliances: These are appliances that need to be sold quickly to make room for new models. While clearance sales occur throughout the year, they are more common in the fall and winter when it’s time to make room for the new season of appliances.
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✅Scratch and dent: appliances that have minor cosmetic issues but otherwise work fine become part of the scratch and dent crowd. Aside from a few character marks, they work fine and are majorly discounted.
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✅Appliance packages: Buyers can save even more by buying multiple appliances at once, which is perfect when it comes time to remodel a kitchen or furnish a new home.
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✅Appliance financing: Buyers who don’t have the full cost of an appliance are encouraged to consider appliance financing. Monthly payments, store credit cards, and rent-to-own options all make appliance ownership a reality.
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Not only does Albert Lee sell the widest selection of appliances customers can find from Auburn to Federal Way, but we also offer competitive prices on top brands and models. Here are some of the most popular appliances right now that are fairly priced but also packed with valuable features and tools.
GE Profile™ 27.6 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator
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This is a highly desirable refrigerator by GE Profile. It comes with a bonus drawer that allows you to customize the temperature settings apart from the other sections. You can chill a charcuterie board for later or keep healthy snacks for your kids in this space. With nearly 28 cubic feet of capacity, this best selling refrigerator is a great option for full-size households.
⭐Featured GE Profile PVD28BYNFS Review:
“Love the extra depth and the extra lighting inside so it is easy to see and locate what you are looking for. Lots of shelf space and two large crisper drawers.”
Bosch® 800 Series 24" Stainless Steel Top Control Built-In Dishwasher
If you want to upgrade your dishwasher, consider buying a Bosch. This brand is one of the leaders in dishwasher technology recognized for creating appliances that last. This model is one of the quietest dishwashers on the market with a near-whisper quiet 42 dBA noise rating. It is so quiet that Bosch had to install an InfoLight® that alerts homeowners when it is running.
Café™ 30" Stainless Steel Slide-In Gas Range
Café has quickly become one of the leading mid-range cooking appliance brands on the market known for its aesthetically pleasing proucts that are also packed with bonus features. This range comes with no-preheat air fry technology, true convection cooking systems, and even a built-in temperature probe. You can easily prepare multiple dishes at once with the six gas burners on top of the range.
⭐Featured Cafe CGS700P2MS1 Review:
“Cooking used to be such a chore with my electric stove top and I have always wanted a gas stove. I bought the best that I could afford and now my kitchen is my castle. The six burners have brought out the chef that I didn't know was in me!”
KitchenAid® 36'' Stainless Steel Gas Cooktop
KitchenAid is another popular brand that continues to impress customers. This cooktop comes with five gas burners that are protected by full-width cast-iron grates. The largest burner reaches 20,000 BTU while the 6,000 BTU simmer burner provides a gentle flame. With over 1,700 perfect buyer ratings, this gas cooktop proves it has the style and performance to meet the needs of serious foodies.
⭐Featured KitchenAid KCGS556ESS Review:
“I upgraded from an electric cooktop to this gas cooktop and am so happy that I did! It looks so much more substantial and the gas is strong and easy to control.”
LG 5.0 Cu. Ft. Black Steel Front Load Washer
You might be surprised at how far laundry technology has come in recent years. For example, this Mega Capacity washer by LG can handle all of your loads and then some. It also comes with an AI fabric sensor that identifies the size of the load and house soiled your clothes are. This prevents the washer from oversoaking your laundry or tumbling it too aggressively. It’s a clever upgrade and one of plenty smart washers you can find at Albert Lee.
⭐Featured LG WM4200HBA Review:
“We have had our new ThinQ dryer for about a month and it is fabulous. It has so many handy features that it makes doing laundry a breeze. It is so quiet. Having the app on my phone to remind me when the cycle is complete really helps me.”
GE Profile™ 7.8 Cu. Ft Sapphire Blue Electric Dryer
While you're upgrading your washer, consider investing in a new dryer. This high-performance dryer uses the power of steam to de-wrinkle your clothes and refresh any garments you forget about. The Steam Sanitize cycle also reduces 99.8% of bacteria. Tap into the power of water for a better drying experience.
⭐Featured GE Dryer PFD87ESPVRS Review:
“This is the best dryer I have ever had! Our last dryer took between 90 minutes to 120 minutes for an average load. This one takes 20-30 minutes for an average size.”
At Albert Lee, our commitment is to provide King County and the greater Pacific Northwest with the best value on top appliance brands. Whether it’s an appliance sale or our great prices on appliances year-round, only Albert Lee has the largest independent selection of appliances in Washington and 85 years of experience in the area. Next time you’re looking to save on appliances or are looking for the answer to your “appliances Tukwila” search, visit us today!
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Since 1939, Albert Lee Appliance, a three-generation, family-owned business, continues to grow and serve the greater Pacific Northwest with quality products you can count on and service you can trust. We are proud to have served this community for so long and wouldn’t be here without our loyal customers. There is a reason why we are Washington’s largest independent appliance dealer, and it’s not a secret. Simply put: We have the experience. We have been the original appliance experts for over eight decades (and counting).
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