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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.
Selina Zhao is a tech savvy real estate agent who brings over the top-notch marketing strategies, presentation, and negotiation skills to her clients. Selina always stays on top of the real estate market trends and stats. She applies strategies into different market situation and empower her clients to achieve their ultimate goal. During the first year of her real estate career in the Bay Area, she achieved an impressive $22.8M in sales. Selina’s experience on real estate sales ensure her clients get the care and attention they need as they make the crucial decision of buying and selling properties. Selina is vowed to provide excellent service, communication, and always an advocate for her clients.
Selina loves real estate, her career blended in perfectly to her daily life, and she loves to help others to achieve their American dreams. She works restlessly to get the work done. Immigrated from mainland China in 2007, graduated from University of Miami, Selina established her own online marketing company and her real estate career in Miami, Florida before moving to San Francisco in 2017. Her soul of entrepreneurship and cares for others encouraging her to pursue to be the best in the industry. Selina is also a former Miami HEAT video producer, who witness the team winning their 2012 NBA championship at the courtside.