Like everything in your home, appliances go through normal wear and tear and eventually need repair or replacement. Even with the best maintenance, most major appliances won’t function properly past around 15 years — and repairs can get costly. Surplus Furniture stocks a full line of appliances at factory-direct prices, ready for same-day delivery.
Dryer
Don’t push your dryer beyond its lifespan — older or defective dryers can cause home fires or damage your clothing. Signs it’s time to replace:
- Excessive noise during a cycle
- Clothes come out wet or damp
- Burning smell
Save on top brands like GE or Moffat. The Moffat 27″ dryer is easy to operate, with Quick Fluff and Cotton cycles for all your drying needs and a reversible door for installation flexibility. Shop dryers.
Washing Machine
The lifespan of a washing machine is around 10 years — shorter than a dryer. Signs you need to replace:
- Water leaking on the floor
- Excessive noise during a cycle
- Water no longer fills the drum
- Violent shaking or movement during a cycle
Common repairs average $500–$700 — for that price you could buy a brand-new washer at Surplus. The GE 27″ 4.4 cu ft washer offers 11 wash cycles, a deep rinse, plus SaniFresh and PreciseFill for a customized clean. Shop washers.
Refrigerator
A refrigerator is essential, with a lifespan around 13 years. If yours is slowing down, repair or replace promptly. Signs to watch for:
- Back of the fridge is hot to touch
- Food spoils prematurely
- Condensation visible on the inside or outside
- Excessive noise
- Frost build-up in the freezer
Repairs are expensive and time-consuming — replacement is usually the better call. The Moffat stainless-steel bottom-freezer fridge features LED lighting, glass shelves, automatic defrost, sliding freezer basket, and 18.6 cu ft of capacity. Shop fridges.
Range
Ranges are sturdy — the average lifespan is about 14 years. Signs to replace:
- Cracks in the ceramic top
- Lack of heat (or inconsistent heat) from the oven
- Control panel malfunctions
- Broken thermostat or heating elements
Most range repairs run $500+, so replacement often makes more financial sense. The Moffat White 30″ electric range with coil burners has 4 cooktop elements for cooking multiple dishes simultaneously, plus a spacious traditional oven. Its freestanding profile installs anywhere in your kitchen. Shop ranges.
Replace vs Repair
A good rule of thumb: if an appliance is more than halfway through its lifespan and repairs will cost more than half the price of a new one, replace it. Don’t wait until an appliance is on its deathbed — older units rarely run as smoothly or efficiently as new ones. Shop our full appliance line — in-stock items ship same-day.
