Repair Centre KotaRepair or Replace? How to Decide for Your Appliance
Published 7 October 2026 · Repair Centre Kota
Short answer: If a repair costs more than about half the price of a comparable new appliance, and the appliance is old, replacing is often better. For a newer appliance with a minor fault, repair is usually cheaper.
Typical lifespan
| Appliance | Approximate life |
|---|---|
| AC | 10 to 12 years |
| Fridge | 10 to 15 years |
| Washing machine | 8 to 10 years |
| LED TV | 7 to 10 years |
| Microwave oven | 7 to 10 years |
These are approximate. Use and maintenance change them a lot.
When repair makes sense
- The appliance is under about eight years old
- The fault is a small part such as a capacitor, relay, filter, belt or sensor
- The quote is well below half the cost of a new one
When replacement makes sense
- The appliance is near the end of its life and has failed before
- The fault is a major part such as a compressor, drum bearing set or a damaged TV panel
- An older AC or fridge is using a lot of electricity
Get a written quote first
The ₹500 visit charge covers the technician's visit and diagnosis, and it applies even if you decide not to repair. The quote that follows tells you the repair cost, so you can compare it with the price of a new one.
Need a repair? We fix out-of-warranty appliances at your door in Kota. Visit charge ₹500; the repair cost is quoted after the check.
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