Before buying a home, check the ages of these key systems and appliances

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If I was buying a home, I’d want to know the ages of these key systems and appliances 🏡

When you’re buying a home, it’s crucial to ask about the ages of certain things. If the seller doesn’t know or these items are on the older side, it’s not an automatic deal-breaker — but it’s helpful to know so you can plan ahead.

You don’t want any surprises down the road when it comes to replacing big-ticket items! 💡

Here’s why knowing these ages matters, and the general life expectancies of each:

🏠 Roof

Life expectancy: 20-30 years (asphalt shingles). Other materials like metal or clay tile can last much longer.

🔥 Furnace

Life expectancy: 15-20 years.

❄️ AC Unit

Life expectancy: 10-15 years.

🚿 Water Heater

Life expectancy: 10-12 years.

🪟 Windows

Life expectancy: About 20 years, depending on the material (wood, vinyl, fiberglass, aluminum).

🚽 Sewer Line

Life expectancy: PVC can last over 100 years. Clay pipes? Around 50-60 years. So important to get this inspected!

🧊 Fridge

Life expectancy: 10-15 years.

🍳 Stove

Life expectancy: 15-20 years.

🍽️ Dishwasher

Life expectancy: 9-12 years.

⚡ Electrical

Life expectancy: It depends on the setup, but be aware of older wiring systems, especially knob and tube or aluminum wiring, which can pose safety risks.

If you know the ages, you can better budget for replacements and even use it as leverage in negotiations with the seller if something needs attention now.

Thinking about buying? Have questions? DM me — I’m here to help! 📩

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