By Platinum Team March 27, 2019

How Long Will It Last?

That dishwasher of yours… how long will it last? What about that AC unit in the house you’re about to buy? Can you count on it running strong for another five years?

We’re certainly no fortune tellers here, but a glance at the average life expectancies of home systems and appliances can give you a good idea of what to assume. These home systems and appliances can have a big impact on your budget as a homeowner, so it’s great to think about these averages when considering the costs of homeownership. We hope this helps you build a realistic budget for home maintenance.

Oh, and we’re guessing you already know this, but we’ll throw it out there anyways. Life is ultra unpredictable (yes, we’re getting all philosophical on you). That means you may very well encounter home systems and appliances that completely defy these norms. Your deviant dishwasher may throw in the towel at 6 years; or it may beat the odds and keep on keepin’ on for a good 15. The moral — take it all with a grain of salt.

And, a big thanks to our friends at Advantage Inspection Service; they were kind enough to share this information with us and to encourage us to pass it along to you too.

Average Lifespans of Home Systems, Appliances and Components

Home Systems / Appliances Average Life Expectancy

 

Gas stove	Max 15 years
Clothes dryers	10-12 years
Clothes washers	6-8 years
Refrigerators	6-8 years
Dishwashers	8-10 years
Microwave ovens	8-10 years
Heating and air conditioning systems	Max 10-15 years
Smoke detectors	10 years
Carbon monoxide detectors	5 years
Garage door openers	10-15 years

 

Other Home Components Average Life Expectancy

 

Metal and concrete tile roofs	50+ years
Asphalt shingle roofs	15-25 years
Wood shake roofs	15-20 years
Natural wood, marble, slate ceramic and granite floorings	30+ years
Vinyl floors	15-20 years
Carpet	8-10 years
Asphalt and cement driveways	25-50 years
Chimneys and fireplaces	Lifetime
Brick veneers	Lifetime
Brick/block walls	Lifetime

 
Estimates based on research from the National Association of Home Builders.