Repair vs Replace: Your Guide to Choosing

When an appliance breaks, you have the choice to either repair the problem or replace the appliance. While the decision may seem daunting, there is a perfectly logical way to figure out whether or not to repair or retire an appliance. Here’s what you need to ask yourself:

How Old is the Appliance?: Each appliance has an expected lifespan. If you’re not sure how long your broken appliance was supposed to last, looking online is going to help. For best results, check out your specific appliance brand’s website. However, even if you can’t find the information on the brand website or aren’t sure of the brand, you can still get a good general estimate.

Once you’ve found out the life expectancy of your appliance, use the 50% rule; if your appliance is past the halfway point in life expectancy, you want to consider a replacement. For instance, the average life of a refrigerator is about fourteen years so you’ll want to consider replacement any time after the seven-year mark should repair needs arise.

Cost of Repairs: Some repairs don’t cost much at all while others can cost almost as much as a new appliance. If you’re facing a high repair cost, try and compare the estimated cost of repairs from a reputable company to the cost of replacement. If repairs cost more than half the price of a brand-new appliance, consider replacement instead. Remember, working with a good repair company is key to getting an accurate estimate.

Energy Efficiency: An old appliance could be costing you more in energy bills, especially if it is poorly maintained. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you need a replacement. While new appliances are known to be more energy-efficient, you may be able to save yourself money by simply maintaining your old appliance. An experienced technician will be able to help you figure out whether or not you’ll need to replace an appliance to save on energy costs.

At Best Price Appliance Repair, we are here to help you make the difficult decision between repairs and replacement. We know that a broken appliance is an inconvenience at best, which is why we make sure that our technicians are able to get out to you as quickly and safely as possible. Our experienced technicians will be happy to help you decide whether or not your appliance is worth fixing.