Life Expectancy of Materials

Component

Life (years)

 

Component

Life (years)

Exterior

Driveway/walkway, asphalt

15-30

 

Roof, wood shingle/shake

15-30

Driveway/walkway, concrete

24

 

Siding, aluminum

20-50

Driveway/walkway, gravel

4

 

Siding, vinyl

50

Exterior door

80-100

 

Siding, wood

10-100

Exterior paint

7-10

 

Swimming pool

18

Foundation, concrete block

100

 

Wall, brick

100+

Foundation, poured concrete

200

 

Wall, stone

100+

Gutters and downspouts

30

 

Waterproofing sealer

1-5

Roof, asphalt/fiberglass

15-30

 

Waterproofing silicone

1-5

Roof, slate

50-100

 

Waterproofing waxes

1-5

Roof, tile

50

 

Wood deck

15

 

Interior

Bathtub, cast iron

50

 

Countertop, laminate

10-15

Bathtub, fiberglass

10-15

 

Drywall

30-70

Carpet

11

 

Plaster

20-50

Countertop, ceramic tile

10-15

 

Wall/trim paint

5-10

 

Appliances

Mechanical systems

Plumbing systems

Boiler

30

 

Microwave oven

11

Central air conditioner

15

 

Pumps, sump, and well

10

Dishwasher

10

 

Range, electric

17

Dryer

14

 

Range, gas

19

Ductwork, galvanized

30

 

Refrigerator

17

Ductwork, plastic

15

 

Septic tank

30-50

Furnace, gas or oil

18

 

Washer

13

Garage door opener

10

 

Water heater, electric

14

Heat pump

15

 

Water heater, gas

11-13