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January 2026 Buying Guide

Should You Buy Home Improvement in January?

January Rating:3/5 - Average
January Verdict

January is an average month for home improvement purchases. Post-holiday clearance on gift sets

Rating3/5
Typical Savings15-25% off
Best MonthJune

Month-by-Month Price Calendar

When prices are lowest throughout the year

Jan
OK
15-25% offPost-holiday clearance on gift sets
Feb
Wait
5-10% offQuiet period; minimal promotions
Mar
Wait
5-10% offSpring inventory arrives; few deals
Apr
Wait
5-10% offPre-summer lull; wait for June
May
OK
10-20% offMemorial Day sales; moderate discounts
Jun
Great
15-30% offFather's Day -- best mid-year tool dealsBest
Jul
OK
15-25% offPrime Day deals on Makita, Bosch, and DeWalt
Aug
Wait
5-10% offBack-to-school focus; tools take a back seat
Sep
Great
15-25% offLabor Day sales; good for larger power tools
Oct
OK
10-15% offEarly holiday deals begin; new product launches
Nov
Best
30-50% offBlack Friday -- deepest discounts of the year on combo kits
Dec
OK
15-25% offPost-Black Friday and holiday gift deals continue
Best Great OK Wait

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Better Months to Buy Home Improvement

If you can wait, these months typically offer better deals on home improvement:

November5/5

Save 30-50% off

June4/5

Save 15-30% off

September4/5

Save 15-25% off

January is rated better than 4 other months for buying home improvement. Not the worst time, but better deals may come later.

Shopping Events in January

New Year's Sales

January 1 - 5

Ended

Winter Clearance

January 15 - 31

Ended

Frequently Asked Questions

Is January a good time to buy home improvement?

January is an average time to buy home improvement, rated 3/5. Post-holiday clearance on gift sets Better months include November and June.

What is the best month to buy home improvement?

The best month to buy home improvement is June, when you can typically save 20-40% off.

How much can I save on home improvement in January?

In January, you can typically save 15-25% off on home improvement. Better savings may be available in other months.

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Last updated: March 2026All Buying Guides