- Appliance Life Expectancy - In general the better quality branded appliances tend to last longer than cheaper generic brands or “builder quality” units. Appliance Life Expectancy Dishwasher 7-12 years Disposal 7-11 years Oven/stove (Electric) 13-20 years Oven/stove (Gas) 18-24 years Refrigerator 10-16 years Dryer 8-20 years Washing machine 8-12 years NOTE: These are averages and should only be used [...]Read More about Appliance Life Expectancy
- Clothes Dryer Vents - The shortest the distance between the clothes dryer and the outside vent the better. Flex pipe that connects the dryer to the vent pipe should also be as short as possible. Maximum length for a clothes dryer vent should not exceed 25 feet. This length should be decreased by: 2 ½ feet for every 45 [...]Read More about Clothes Dryer Vents
- Natural Gas / Propane (LPG) Appliance Conversion - There are two types of gas used for homes appliances. Natural gas, which is supplied to the home in a pipe directly from the utility company. Propane which is Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), comes in cylinders for gas grills, or by truck and a tank on the property is filled. Extreme care must be taken [...]Read More about Natural Gas / Propane (LPG) Appliance Conversion