Your Home's Components Do Not Last Forever
Many aspects of a home last little more than a decade. Home buyers should be especially vigilant about inspecting these household components because they have a relatively short lifespan, says the National Association of Home Builders.
- Aluminum roof coating: 3-7 years
- Enameled steel sinks: 5-7 years
- Security systems: 5-10 years
- Carpet: 8-10 years
- Smoke detectors: fewer than 10 years
- Faucets: 10-15 years
- Garage door openers:10-15 years
- Air conditioners: 10-15 years
- Asphalt: 12-15 years
- Termite-proofing during construction: 12 years
Source: Bankrate.com, Marcie Geffner (01/22/2010)
