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Life Span and Cost Guide
Many house components and appliances have predictable life expectancies. The following is a list showing the estimated age and estimated cost of replacing several of these components. Keep in mind that most items will require some repair prior to complete replacement.
THIS IS A GUIDE ONLY! VERIFY ANY INFORMATION WITH APPROPRIATE CONTRACTORS BEFORE YOUR PROPERTY CLOSE DATE. THIS IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY!
COMPONENT |
AVERAGE
LIFE SPAN |
COST |
COMMENTS |
EXTERIOR |
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Asphalt Driveway |
15-20 Years |
$400 |
Based on resurfacing 20'x30' |
Chimney |
20-40 Years |
$400-$800 |
Tuckpoint and cap |
Gutters |
20-30 Years |
$900-$3,000 |
Aluminum (5-8$ per ft) |
Roof- Metal Flashing |
15-20 Years |
$300-$1,500 |
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Roof - Flashing Seal |
2-4 Years |
$200-$500 |
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Roof - Asphalt Shingles |
15-25 Years |
$3,000-$5,000 |
Cost varies depending on type/grade |
Roof - Asphalt Shingles |
15-25 Years |
$6,000-$10,000 |
Complete tear-off and replacement |
Paint Exterior |
5+ years |
$2,000-$10,000 |
Depends on prep. and # of coats |
Siding - Wood |
30 years |
$4,000-$5,000 |
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Siding - Steel |
30 years |
$2,500 + |
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Siding - Vinyl |
40 years |
$1,800 + |
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Caulking |
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$.25/line ft. |
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Sliding Door |
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$1,000+ |
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INTERIOR |
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Air Conditioner |
10-15 years |
$900-$2,000 |
Central Unit |
Air Conditioner |
10-20 years |
$400-$500 |
Window Unit |
Boiler |
20-50 years |
$3,000-$5,000 |
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Furnace |
20-30 years |
$2,500-$4,000 |
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Water heater |
8-15 years |
$400-$1,000 |
Varies by size and fuel type |
Plumbing |
40-50 years |
$1,000-$3,000 |
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Paint interior |
5-8 years |
$1,000-$5,000 |
Varies by number of rooms |
Electrical service |
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$1,000 |
Upgrade from fuses |
Carpet |
10-12 years |
$225-$400 |
Per room |
APPLIANCES |
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Washer & Dryer |
12-15 years |
$700-$800 |
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Range |
15-20 years |
$400-$600 |
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Dishwater |
5-15 years |
$350-$500 |
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Disposal |
5-12 years |
$80-$200 |
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Refrigerator |
15-20 years |
$400+ |
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