Life Cycle Around Your Home

What is the average longevity of basic essentials around your house? Investments such as windows, air conditioning, paint and furniture transforms a house into a home, so it is important to know the life expectancy! Check out the timelines below.

In The Bedroom

Plastic Frame Windows: 20-30 years

Mattress: 8-10 years

Interior Paint: 7-10 years

Wood Floors: 25-30 years

Bathroom

Clean Grout: 5 years

Bath: 25-50 years

Linoleum Floors: 20-25 years

Sink: The lifespan varies on the type of sink, but the average is 15-50 years

Toilet Bowl: 50 years

Cabinets: 20-50 years

Kitchen

Counter Tops: The longevity of your counter tops will vary depending on what kind you have!

Microwave: 5-10 years

Gas Oven: 15-20 years

Dishwasher: 10-15 years

Refrigerator: 10-20 years

Garbage Disposal: 10-15 years

Vinyl Flooring: 25-50 years

Living Room

Couch: 10-15 years

Smoke Detector: 10 years

Air Conditioning: 15-20 years

Carpet: 10-12 years

Television: 10 years

Outdoors

Concrete Driveway: 20 years

Wooden Deck: 20 years

Patio: 30-50 years

Exterior Paint: 5-7 years

French Doors: 35-50 years

Some of these numbers will differ depending on the wear and tear of each item and how you take care of it. It is definitely interesting to read through these stats! Call The RED Team if you are thinking about replacing something in your home. We may have a handy man or contact that can help you get a discount! And we would be happy to help you make a smart decision on what will help you home sell in the future!