There are several times when generators go on sale, and these times are the best to buy a new generator. Generators are usually discounted after the hurricane and tornado seasons (late summer/fall) or after a natural disaster because suppliers order many units that arrive late or go unsold, so they put them on sale. If you live somewhere where snowstorms are frequent over the winter, then the best time to get a generator will be after the winter's over. Finally, look at the prices after a new model is released because old models will usually be sold for lower prices.