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Home Appliances

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A slightly aged but functional refrigerator and washing machine in a sunlit kitchen, representing the longevity of home appliances.
Maintenance

How Long Do Major Home Appliances Really Last?

A survey of 1,000 appliances sent to e-waste found 70% were in working order and 20% were repairable, according to The Guardian .

Ethan Rowe·April 14, 2026
A split image showing a new, shiny refrigerator on one side and a slightly older, well-used dishwasher on the other, representing appliance lifespan differences.
Maintenance

What is the average lifespan of home appliances and how to extend it?

While your freezer might reliably hum along for two decades, your dishwasher could be ready for the landfill in just nine years, revealing a surprising disparity in appliance longevity.

Olivia Hart·April 10, 2026