Is It Time to Replace That Appliance? Here’s How to Know — and Why You Should Be Tracking It
That Appliance Isn’t Going to Last Forever. Are You Ready?
The fridge is still running.
The dryer’s a little noisy, but it works.
The dishwasher just needed a “quick reset” (for the third time this month).
Most homeowners wait until an appliance dies completely before replacing it — and that delay often leads to rushed decisions, higher costs, and emergency repair bills.
What if you had a better system?
⏳ How Long Do Home Appliances Actually Last?
ApplianceAverage LifespanRefrigerator10–15 yearsDishwasher8–12 yearsWashing Machine8–10 yearsDryer10–13 yearsWater Heater8–12 yearsHVAC System15–20 years
But here’s the thing: you can’t plan ahead if you don’t know what you’re working with.
🔍 3 Signs It’s Time to Replace, Not Repair
Frequent Repairs
If you’re calling the same tech every 3–6 months, replacement may be cheaper long term.Energy Bill Spikes
Older appliances lose efficiency — and cost you more every month.No Record of Service History
If you don’t know when it was installed, serviced, or repaired… you’re flying blind.
📲 How HomeLedger Helps You Plan Ahead (Instead of Panic Later)
With HomeLedger, you can:
✅ Log every appliance by brand, model, and install date
✅ Track repairs, receipts, and warranty info
✅ Set reminders when systems hit key age milestones
✅ Make informed decisions about replacement timing — not emergency fixes
Most people don’t replace appliances on time because they don’t know when the time is.
With HomeLedger, you do.
👉 Know what you own. Plan what’s next.
Start tracking your appliances — and protecting your budget — with HomeLedger.
