One day you are standing in the kitchen, and you realize you cannot get the dishwasher to run. Kicking does not seem to be working, so you have to make a decision. Do you get the dishwasher repaired, or do you purchase a new one?
Consider replacing the following appliances after:
6 years: dishwasher, over-the-range microwave, and top freezer refrigerators.
7 years: dryer and top-loading washing machines.
8 years: Bottom freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, electric or gas range, front-load washing machines.
The decision is based on the cost of repair, versus purchasing a new one, as published by Consumer Reports, May 2007.
