The Average Lifespan Of Your Household Appliances

How often do you think about your household appliances and utilities? These items are used daily, but how much attention are they receiving? As a homeowner, business owner, or even a renter, the lifespan of these machines should be concerning. Take a moment to consider the convivence that things like washing machines and refrigerators bring to our lives. These wonderful inventions were not accessible to the average family even a few generations ago. 

Depending on your needs, these units will be a relatively smaller or larger investment when they need to be replaced. The best way to stretch the lifespan of your household appliances is to follow all manufacturer recommendations. Most plumbing and HVAC units will also need yearly maintenance, inspection, and tune-up by a local professional company.

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LOOK FOR SIGNS THAT YOUR APPLIANCE IS AGING

Even the most responsible homeowner will need to replace old and worn-out units at some point. It is in your best interest before these appliances wholly shut down. This will help you avoid longer dispatch times in busy seasons. For example, calling an air conditioning repair company right as summer begins. Some companies are booked out for at least a few days as many people start up their AC to find it is not working correctly. Looking for the warning signs of a soon-to-be out-of-commission appliance will also help you avoid damage to your property. You wouldn’t believe how many flooded basements we have seen because an old water heater cracked and broke.

 An estimation of their lifespan

Below is a table of the lifespan of standard units and equipment people use in their homes and businesses. This information was gathered and provided by The National Association of Home Builders.

• Dehumidifier – 8 years
• Dishwasher – 9-12 years
• Freezer – 11-16 years
• Garbage Disposal – 10-13 years
• Humidifier – 8 years
• Refrigerator – 13-17 years
• Washing Machine – 10-13 years
• Electric Water Heater – 11-14 years
• Gas Water Heater – 9-10 years
• Tankless Water Heater – 20 or more year

Call a professional at the first sign of issues.

One of the things our contractors always tell our customers is that minor problems will lead to significant issues. Remember to keep your appliances clean and use them as they are intended. Don’t put things down your drain that don’t belong there. Don’t always crank your air conditioner, especially if you are not going to be home. Most importantly, call a trusted plumbing and HVAC company at the first sign of a leak or other issue. If you live in Salt Lake City, UT, consider calling Plumbing Utah Heating & Air to speak with an expert or schedule an appointment.