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A well manufactured machine that lasted, with an average life of 17-19 years. The machine was very simple, operating with knobs, buttons, belts and they were easily serviced. Appliances now last about half that time for a variety of reasons. First is energy efficiency. In the 1980s, California initiated the first energy efficiency laws. In order for products to be sold, they would meet certain requirements. That program would morph into todays national EnergyStar program.
The second price is the cost of operating the appliance during its lifetime. Youâll be paying on that every month with your utility bill for the next 10 to 20 years, depending on the appliance. Refrigerators last an average of 12 years; clothes washers and dryers about 10 years and dishwashers about 8 years. Almost 30 percent of those shopping for major appliances looked up buying advice on Lowes, Home Depot or Sears websites before making their purchase. Lowes is no different.