Study Of Life Expectancy Of Plumbing Components

Do you know that not all faucets, sinks, and other fixtures are created equal? Some brands tend to gather rust faster than the others, and there are also those that can survive a lot longer than average.
If you want to ensure that you are choosing the best quality home fixtures out there, call Quality Mechanical! We can also repair faulty sinks and faucets in your bathroom or kitchen or replace them with a new one!

Faucets and Fixtures

Do you wonder why in some houses, their kitchen sinks can last for decades, while your neighbor’s had to be replaced after just a couple of months? That is because of the material their sinks are made of.

Here are some interesting facts about faucets and fixtures that you might find useful:

• Kitchen sinks that are made of modified acrylic can last for as long as 50 years.
• Kitchen faucets that are made of modified acrylic can work flawlessly for approximately 15 years.
• A regular shower enclosure has an average life of around 50 years.
• Showerheads, whether the regular ones or the costly ones, usually last for several decades.
• Shower doors will remain in good condition for approximately 20 years.
• Toilets and bath cabinets and toilets can last a lifetime, but make sure to have regular maintenance of your toilet tank to prolong its life span.
• Whirlpool tubs will work properly for as long as 50 years, as long as it is used carefully.
• Saunas and steam rooms will function without any problems for up to 20 years, depending on use.
• Bidets can last for about 10 years.
• Kitchen and bathroom sinks made of enamel steel have a lifespan of between 5 and 10 years.
• Kitchen and bathroom sinks made of soapstone can last a lifetime.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

With regular maintenance and proper use, a normal HVAC system can work efficiently for almost 30 years. You can call Quality Mechanical anytime you want to conduct maintenance check-ups at your home!

Here are some trivia on HVAC systems that you might find interesting:

• Furnaces have a lifespan average of between 15 and 20 years.
• Heat pumps can last for as long as 16 years.
• Air conditioning units, if maintained, can function properly for up to 15 years.
• A gas or electric water heater has a lifespan of approximately 10 years.
• Tankless water heaters last for at least 20 years.
• Thermostats, even though they can last for many decades, are usually replaced once they are 35-years-old with new ones with better technology.
• Ventilators last for about 7 years, but heat recovery ventilators can work without any problems for up to 20.
• Both oil burners and gas burners can last less than 10 years, with the former needing more maintenance and having a shorter lifespan as compared to the latter.