Be respectful, keep it civil and stay on topic. We delete comments that violate our policy , which we encourage you to read. Discussion threads can be closed at any time at our discretion. Your microwave might be dying; here's how to tell Here are some signs your microwave may need to be replaced. Alina Bradford. March 20, p. The first indicator that your microwave is better off replaced is the five-year lifespan. Microwaves can last a long time, but they have the shortest lifespan of household appliances.
Another indication that you should replace your microwave instead of replacing a part is if you have more than one problem to tackle. The more issues stack up. The cost of replacement parts will also begin to stack along with the hours necessary to fully repair your microwave. In addition, stacking technical problems usually indicates that there are more problems to come. Systematic failure is the symptom of an old, badly damaged, or very poorly designed microwave.
The magnetron is the heart of a microwave that actually makes the micro-waves. Replacing it is about equal to the cost of buying a whole new microwave, sometimes even greater. If the magnetron is busted, microwave replacement is a part of your future. Appliance repair technicians now how to quickly and safely take apart an appliance and test each of the essential components.
They also often carry common replacement parts or can give you a quote on parts that need to be ordered. With the help of an experienced appliance repair technician, you can quickly determine whether your microwave needs to be replaced or repaired.
From there, you will either agree on a plan to repair your microwave or start on a quest for a new one. Anantheswaran, who has used the same microwave oven in his home for the past 12 years, says homeowners should feel no rush to replace older ovens if they need a minor repair. Contacts: John Wall jtw3 psu. August 13, Last Updated March 19, The door needs to seal to maintain the safety measures in place completely. Finally, if you can hear unusual and loud sounds coming from your microwave while it is running, there is probably something amiss.
Usually, countertop units are not worth fixing. This is because they are generally cheaper units. The price to have a technician come to see the problem would equal a good portion of what a new unit costs.
On top of that, the technician would also have to fix the problem and charge you for it; therefore, it is not usually worth it. Over-the-range units are different, however. They are usually more expensive and more challenging to install. Because of this, it may be in your best interest to have a technician troubleshoot the problem and see if it would be worth it to fix it.
This is especially the case when the microwave is pretty new or still has a warranty. You need to note that if your microwave is not easily accessible, it may cost you a bit more to have a technician repair it.
You should replace your microwave at least every ten years. As learned previously, some issues can arise that will require replacement earlier than ten years. There are also, however, ways to make your microwave last to that ten-year mark. The way to make it last longer is to keep up with cleaning, be gentle and do not overuse or overwork your microwave, and make sure you use the microwave the way it was created to be used.
If your old but functioning microwave is well taken care of, it is not necessarily dangerous to continue using. Rust and damage can change that.
If your microwave has any damage to it, including dents, burn marks, or the door seal is broken, it is wise to consider a new microwave.
Radiation is usually the first thing people suspect as being dangerous.
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