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How Long Should Your Appliances Last? Lifespans & a Maintenance Checklist

Appliance lifespans aren't luck. The same model lasts 9 years in one house and 16 in another, and the difference is usually a page of small habits. Here are the realistic numbers, then the checklist.

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Technician cleaning refrigerator condenser coils during a maintenance visit

The short answer: Typical lifespans for every appliance in your home — and the short checklist that gets them there.

Typical lifespans

Refrigerator 13–18 years · Freezer 12–20 · Dishwasher 9–13 · Washer 10–13 · Dryer 13+ · Oven/range 13–15 · Microwave 8–10 · Disposal 8–12 · Wine cooler 10–15. Premium built-ins (Sub-Zero, Wolf) run longer — one more reason they're built to be repaired.

The yearly checklist

Clean fridge coils. Clear the full dryer vent run. Descale the dishwasher and check its filter monthly between visits. Flush the ice maker line. Inspect washer hoses for bulges (replace rubber hoses every 5 years, or switch to braided). Wipe fridge and freezer door seals and test them with a dollar bill. Run an empty hot washer cycle with cleaner.

Or hand us the list

Our appliance maintenance visit covers the whole checklist in one appointment — coils, vent, descale, screens, seals, hoses — plus a heads-up on anything wearing thin. In Mt. Juliet, one visit a year prevents most of the emergency calls we run. Book it at (615) 583-1836.

Related Appliance Services

Refrigerator Repair

Warm air, short cycling, frost where it shouldn't be — we find the real cause and fix it.

Washing Machine Repair

Won't drain, won't spin, walks across the floor — front-load and top-load washers, fixed right.

Appliance Maintenance

Coil cleaning, vent clearing, hard-water descale, and a full health check for kitchen and laundry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I safely try any of this myself?

The checks described in this article are the safe, no-tools kind: settings, vents, seals, and listening for what the appliance does. Anything that means opening panels, touching wiring, or handling refrigerant or gas belongs to a technician.

When should I call a technician in Mt. Juliet?

Call when the problem persists after the simple checks, when food, water, or heat safety is involved, or when the same failure keeps returning. Call (615) 583-1836 and describe what you are seeing.

How much does this kind of repair typically cost?

It depends on the failed part and the brand, which is why we quote one flat price after diagnosis. Our appliance cost guide shows typical, qualified ranges for the most common Mt. Juliet repairs.

Do you serve my neighborhood?

We serve all of Mt. Juliet, including Providence, Del Webb Lake Providence, Windtree, Waverly, Nichols Vale, and Willoughby Station. See the service areas page for local details.

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Brands We Service in Mt. Juliet

Do not see your brand? We work on all makes and models. See our Brands We Service page or call (615) 583-1836.

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