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Average Life Spans

of Residential Systems & Components Based on NAIB 1997 Freddie Max 2002 & Local Data

appliances

Compactor10-12 years
Dishwasher08-12 years
Disposal08-10 years
Dryer10-15 years
Freezer12-15 years
Microwave10-12 years
Range/Stove15-20 years
Refrigerator15-20 years
Washer08-10 years
Washer/Dryer08-12 years

bath

Cast Iron Bathtub40-50 years
Fiberglass Bathtub/Shower10-15 years
Toilet40-50 years

cabinets

Bath Vanity12-15 years
Kitchen Cabinets15-20 years
Medicine Cabinet12-15 years

Counter Tops

Ceramic Tile50-75 years
Granite40-50 years
Laminates (Mica)10-15 years
Wood/butcher block15-20 years

electrical

GFCI Breaker05-08 years
GFCI Receptacle05-12 years
Knob & Tube WiringAntiquated
Service Panel (Breaker)30-40 years
Service Panel (Fused)Antiquated

footings & foundations

Brick50-75 years
Cement75++ years
Concrete Block (concrete)75++years
Pre-Stressed Slab80++years

heat & a/c

A/C Condenser08-12 years
A/C Window/Wall10-12 years
A/C Air handler10-18 years
Ductwork (Metal)20-30 years
Ductwork (Plastic)12-15 years
Ductwork (Fiberglass)15-20 years
Motorized attic fan15-20 years

plumbing

Faucet15-20 years
Septic Tank & Drain field15-25 years
Sink (Enamel Steel)05-10 years
Sink (Porcelain)25-30 years
Waste Pipe (Cast Iron)75++ years
Waste Pipe (Copper)50-75 years
Waste Pipe (Galvanized)30-40 years
Waste Pipe (PVC)50-60 years
Water Heater (Electric)10-15 years
Water Heater (Gas)15-18 years
Sump Pump or well10-12 years

roofing

Concrete or clay20-30 years
Shingles (Wood)15-20 years
Asphalt Shingles (Low Pitch)12-15 years
Asphalt Shingles (High Pitch)15-20 years
Slate50++years
Gutters & downspouts15-20 years

security

Smoke detectors10-12 years
Carbon Monoxide Detectors08-10 years

siding

Wood Siding (T1-11)10-20 years
Wood Siding (Cedar)10-20 years
Wood Siding (LP/Masonite)10++years
Aluminum Siding20-50 years
Vinyl Siding20-50 years
Stucco on wood20-30 years
Stucco on masonry50++ years

misc.

Wood Deck (PT)10-15 years
Brick or concrete Patio20-30 years
Fencing (Wood)10-15 years
Fencing (PVC))30-40 years
Sprinkler System08-12 years


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