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Is That Going to Last for Home Inspection

 As a public service, The Home Team of Charleston is sharing the following information provided by the National Association of Home Builders. The numbers represent the maximum number of years you can reasonably expect various components of your home to last, as determined by a comprehensive survey of manufacturers, trade associations and researchers. Life expectancy may vary greatly depending on quality of material, installation, maintenance, environmental factors and use. The HomeTeam only reports on conditions at the time of inspection, and does not warrant the life expectancy of homes or their components.


Dishwasher
10
Microwave
11
Gas Range
19
Electric Range
17
Cast-Iron Bathtub
10-15
Fiberglass Bathtub
10-15
Electric Water Heater
14
Gas Water Heater
11-13
Ceramic Tile Countertop
10-15
Laminated Countertop
10-15
Exterior Door with Overhang
80-100
Garage Door Opener
10
Waterproofing Sealer
1-5
Waterproofing Silicone
1-5
Waterproofing Waxes
1-5
Wall & Trim Paint
5-10
Exterior Paint
7-10
Washer
13
Dryer
14
Refrigerator
17
Carpet
11
Galvanized Ducts
30
Plastic Ducts
15
Wood Deck
15
Swimming Pool
18
Brick Wall
100+
Stone Wall
100+
Gravel Walk
4
Concrete Walk
24
Asphalt Shingle Roof
15-30
Wood shingle and Shake Roof
15-30
Slate Roof
50-100
Tile Roofing
50
Gutters
30
Vinyl Siding
50
Aluminum Siding
20-50
Wood Siding (depending / moisture)
10-100
Drywall
30-70
Boilers
30
Gas or Oil-Fired Furnace
18
Heat Pump
15
Central Air Conditioner
15
Pumps, Sump and Well
10
Concrete Block Foundation
100
Poured Concrete Foundation
200