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8 Comments on How Long Do Things Last?
I'd say those are pretty conservative on average but it's a good place to start for expected life. I tend to think boilers last a lot longer than stated. I suppose it depends on climate and usage and so forth.
Maria, Great Post. The questions do come up,,,they are even addressed by our home inspectors part of the time. Have A Great Week!
Maria, that's a handy list, thanks for sharing. Since I don't know about the lifespans of different quality of items (a Roper dishwasher may not last like a Kenmore), I usually stay away from giving advice on that aspect. My preferred home inspector covers it in his report. I tell my buyers that the purpose of their home inspection is to make sure major house systems are working now, and to get a general idea on what to expect on replacing them. Also, because the inspection report always mentions things that need to be addressed at some point in the first year, I print out a booklet format copy that I give to them at closing. I suggest they look back at this in 3 months to start addressing the marginal items that need attention because I know their head is elsewhere right now and primary focus will be on moving in.
Great information, Maria. We always expect our appliances to have a useful life. Periodic maintainence is the key to extended life expectancy of any unit. Have a great week.
Eldon
Hi Maria,
Answering how long things will last is a slipperly slope and one that I answer by saying: "Statistics show that people, on average, move every 3 - 5 years and every homeowner takes care of their homes all differently."
That answer will vary depending on the history of the house. But I never even venture to guess, unless the item in question is brand new and never used, of course. Then I can fall back on the manufacturer's information.
Any other answer can end up with a buyer saying, "You said the furnace would give us another 5 years..."
David, I've seen boilers that are close to 100 years old and still functioning but some experts agree on the above numbers for usual expected life.
John, the inspector I use most, especially for first time homebuyers, go over maintenance with them verbally and also give the new homeowner a book telling them what to do when for home maintenance.
Drick, you're right that lifespans vary according to different makes and models. The home inspector does give the buyer specific information for the home they are buying and my inspectors also give printed reports to the buyers.
Eldon, maintenance is the key.
Pam, no, I would never predict how long a particular anything will last. The above numbers are averages according to home inspectors, appliance technicians and people who work on these items regularly. What this does is to give the novice homeowner an idea of how often they may need to attend to these things over the course of their occupancy. It's good for planning your long term budget; or at least realizing that you will need to budget for these items at some point in the future.
Howdy and evenen there Maria
You sure have post some mighty fine info, and a real fine Components Chart for all Home Buyers to take a look at. Your blog posts really show how you care and the mighty fine professional you are. Thats for sure!!! Keep up the fine work you are a do-en.
Maria, Do you the origins of the chart or did you create it from scratch. I was thinking of using it in an emailing to all the Realtors in my area if I can properly credit it.
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