Household decision tool

Compare repair and replacement costs.

Put a repair quote beside the purchase cost and expected years of use for a replacement. This simple estimate helps organize the numbers before you decide.

Your estimates

Repair quote ($)

Include the diagnostic fee and parts/labor you expect to pay.

Replacement purchase and delivery ($)

Years you expect the repair to extend use

Expected years of use from replacement

Cost per expected year

Repair estimate$0 / yearReplacement: $0 / year

Repair cost today$0

Replacement cost today$0

Enter your estimates to compare.

This compares purchase/repair cost divided by your expected years of use. It does not account for energy use, repeat failures, warranties, safety, reliability, or disposal. Ask a qualified technician about safety and likely remaining life.