Modern buildings are made with a plethora of different materials. Understanding factors that can affect the lifespan of a building can give great insight on whether a home purchase is worth the buy and what to be aware of during the home building and buying process.
The average lifespan of a residential building can range from around 50 to 100 years. Many factors determine the longevity of a building and the overall well-being of a structure.
Primary factors contributing to the lifespan of a building include but are not limited:
The average life span of many common household appliances ranges from around 8 to 15 years - these appliances include things such as your refrigerator, stove, microwave and dishwasher.
Generally speaking, appliances won’t last forever but you can improve their longevity by emptying filters regularly, leaving room for proper ventilation, cleaning (read instruction manual for proper cleaning techniques) and using the appliance only for what it’s intended for.
Quality building material plays a great role in how long a home or any other building may last, however certain types of materials will help a structure to be long-lasting. These materials include:
If you’re purchasing a new home or having one built, it’s essential to research the building materials. This ensures the home not only appears beautiful on the outside, but is also a quality structure on the inside as well.
Ted draws energy and joy from building synergetic relationships with his Clients. Ted's nature is graciously gregarious and persevering; he's honest; and he's been dedicated to a substantial list of clientele throughout his 25 years in the hospitality business and seven years as a REALTOR. His passion is creating a sincere, successful relationship with people.
Ted grew up in a family of Realtors in central Indiana, earned a degree in economics and philosophy from the University of Notre Dame, and jumped into all aspects of the restaurant business. His ensuing hospitality career path eventually led him into the Event Management Sales & Service role in hotels and quickly guided him to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and finally to a luxury resort in the Napa Valley, where he, his husband, and their dog have resided for 16 years now.
The irony is not lost on Ted that his ‘growth’ journey has culminated in“living happily ever after” in an agricultural area with a small-town feel and sense of community strikingly reminiscent of his youth…and as a REALTOR nonetheless!