When Appliance Repair Is Cheaper Than Buying a New One

Appliance repairman fixing a washing machine

Quick answer: Appliance repair is usually the cheaper choice when the repair costs less than half the price of a new unit and the appliance is under about eight years old. A common part such as a washer pump, a dryer element, an oven element, or a dishwasher valve runs far less than a replacement, […]