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How Old is Your House?

Jill Stoltzfoos • October 16, 2022

Age might be more than just a number...

October is my birthday month! For me, age is just a number. I stay active, keep up with my kids and use anti aging cream. These things help to make me feel 29 again and again. The age of a home however, is more than just a number. It's a clue to its condition. More importantly it is a clue to what upcoming maintenance and repairs will be coming your way.


  • A house built in the last 10 years is typically going to be a low maintenance house with major mechanicals still in their normal lifespan.

  • 10-15 yr old homes, you will begin to see some wear and the house itself and the hot water heater maybe looking to be replaced.

  • 15-25 years in and the house is certainly starting to show wear and some finishes are beginning to look outdated.

  • 25+ years and your furnace and HVAC might be looking for replacement. The roof will begin to show its age sometime soon and needed updates in kitchens and bathrooms will be apparent.


Like with us, if you care for it with routine maintenance and preventive measures the house will continue to serve you regardless of its age.


It's not lady-like for a woman to share her age, so this birthday month I'll keep that to myself. However when it comes to the age of your house or the house you are looking to buy, you better believe that I'm going to be very vocal of that age and we're going to talk about how its age will affect you!


So, how old is your house? (And a few birthday photos!)

Housing Tips from Jill Stoltzfoos Realtor

Jill Stoltzfoos is a realtor in Lancaster, Pa with over 18 years of experience. If you are buying, selling or looking to downsize in the near future, contact Jill today!



Jill@KingswayRealty.com

717.569.8701

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