Appliance Age Decoder

Not sure how old your appliance is? Enter the brand and serial number below and we'll decode the manufacture date, show you where it sits in its expected lifespan, and help you plan ahead.

Helps identify the manufacturer (especially for Kenmore) and improves accuracy.

Found on the same data plate as the model number.

Looking to decode an HVAC system instead? Try our HVAC Age Decoder for air conditioners, furnaces, and heat pumps.

How to Find Your Serial Number

Most appliances have a data plate or sticker with the model and serial number. Here's where to look:

  • Refrigerator: Inside the fridge, on the side wall or ceiling, or on the back of the unit
  • Dishwasher: Inside the door, on the top or side of the door frame
  • Oven/Range: Inside the door frame, on the back, or in the storage drawer area
  • Microwave: Inside the door frame or on the back panel
  • Ice Maker: Inside the unit, behind the front cover, or on the back panel
  • Washing Machine: Inside the door frame, on the back, or under the lid
  • Dryer: Inside the door frame or on the back panel
  • Freezer: Inside on the side wall, or on the back of the unit

Brands We Decode

Our appliance age decoder supports 20+ major brands and their subsidiaries:

  • Whirlpool family: Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, JennAir, Roper, Estate, Amana (post-2006)
  • GE family: GE, GE Profile, GE Cafe, Hotpoint, Monogram
  • Electrolux family: Frigidaire, Electrolux, Gibson, Tappan, Kelvinator
  • BSH Group: Bosch, Thermador, Siemens, Gaggenau
  • Samsung and LG
  • Kenmore: Automatically routes to the correct manufacturer's decoder
  • Premium brands: Miele, Sub-Zero, Wolf, Fisher & Paykel, Speed Queen

Average Appliance Lifespans

Understanding your appliance's expected lifespan helps you budget for replacements and make smarter repair decisions. When an appliance approaches the end of its expected life, our Repair or Replace Calculator can help you decide whether a repair is worth the investment.

Need Emergency HVAC Service?

Don't wait when your heating or cooling system fails. Our licensed technicians provide same-day emergency service throughout Central Texas with guaranteed satisfaction.