When an appliance stops working, the first question is always the same: is it worth fixing? Here's a simple way to think it through.
Every homeowner faces this decision eventually: your refrigerator, washer, or oven stops working, and you have to decide whether to repair it or replace it. A few simple factors can make that decision much easier.
A common guideline among appliance technicians is this: if the repair cost is less than 50% of the price of a new appliance, and the unit is under 8 to 10 years old, repair is usually the better financial choice.
Refrigerators and washers typically last 10 to 13 years with normal use. If your appliance is near the end of that range, replacement may make more sense even for a moderate repair cost.
An appliance with a single, isolated problem is a better repair candidate than one that has needed several repairs in the last year or two.
Appliances made more than a decade ago often use noticeably more energy than current models, which can offset some of the savings from repairing an older unit.
A repair is usually faster than sourcing, delivering, and installing a new appliance, which matters if you need the appliance working again quickly.
Our technicians give you an honest recommendation, with no pressure either way.
Call for a Free Assessment →There is no single answer that fits every situation, but the 50% rule combined with the appliance's age gives you a solid starting point. When in doubt, ask a technician for an honest opinion before committing either way.
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