Summer may be winding down, but the deals online and in stores certainly aren’t. Between Labor Day sales and retailers clearing out remaining warm-weather inventory, Consumer Reports says September can be a great time to save on everything from major appliances to outdoor equipment.

Consumer Reports tracks prices throughout the year to see when the products it tests tend to hit their lowest price. Spoiler alert: September isn’t one of the biggest months for sales – but there are still plenty of deals to fall for.

As summer winds down, retailers also need to make room for fall and winter merchandise. That can mean clearance prices on grills, lawn mowers, and other outdoor power equipment. The same goes for air conditioners and air purifiers.

But remember: A sale price doesn’t automatically make something a real bargain. If you want to make sure you're getting a truly good deal, use tools like CamelCamelCamel, Honey and Keepa to check out the product’s price history.

If a big-ticket appliance is on your shopping list, CR says this is a good time to look for Labor Day deals on refrigerators, washers and dryers, dishwashers, ranges, freezers, wall ovens, and cooktops.

CR experts say you can save money by skipping matching appliances. You should think about what features you want, splurge on what you’ll use, and save by skipping features you don’t need. The same advice goes for washers and dryers. CR says you can mix and match models to get the performance and features you want and potentially save money.

And one more tip from the shopping experts – If you don't need something right away, it probably pays to wait, because Black Friday and holiday sales will be here before you know it.

If you need a new computer, this can be a great time to look for a deal, even if you’re not heading to the classroom. Laptops always tend to go on sale in September for the back-to-school season.