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Which is Better : Repair or Replace Appliances?

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Replace or Repair Home Appliances?

When our valuable, pricey home appliances stop working or functioning as it should, homeowners are left in the dilemma of whether to get a new one or replace.

Here is an expert take on whether to call in an expert for repair or head over to the store.

Determine if it is worth putting in the heavy bucks on a replacement

One of the quickest ways to determine if you should go for a replacement or repair is to adopt the 50% rule. This means if an appliance is more than 50% of its lifespan and the cost of repair is also around 50% of the cost of upgrading into a new one. Replacement might be your best bet.

Know the Appliance Life Span

The National Association of Home Builders study has made things easier by giving a rough estimate of the expected lifespan of major appliances. Use this to determine how far gone your appliance is in its lifespan and if you should repair or check out for upgrades.