A part-by-part guide to the life expectancy of the pieces and systems in your home.
Furnace | 15-18yrs
Home Security System/Smoke Detector | 5-10 yrs
Electric Switches and Sockets | 10+ yrs
Toilet | Lifetime
Shower Enclosure | 50 yrs
Tub/Shower Faucets | 20+ yrs
Whirlpool Tub | 20-50 yrs
Wood Deck | 10-15 yrs
Wood or Stone Flooring | 100 yrs
Garage Door Opener | 10-15 yrs
Driveway (asphalt) | 15-20 yrs
Dishwasher | 9 yrs
Garbage Disposal | 12 yrs
Dryer | 13 yrs
Range | 13-15 yrs
Washing Machine | 10 yrs
Refrigerator | 13 yrs
Kitchen Sink (enamel-coated steel) | 5-10 yrs
Microwave Oven | 9 yrs
Kitchen Faucet | 15 yrs
Kitchen Cabinets | 50 yrs
Carpeting | 8-10 yrs
Exterior Paint | up to 15 yrs
Roof (asphalt shingles) | 20 yrs
Heat Pump | 16 yrs
Windows | 15-30 yrs
Air-Conditioning Unit | 10-15 yrs