Repairing something you own often costs less than replacing it, and keeps it out of the trash. Sometimes, though, replacing makes more sense.
A rule of thumb
Many people use this guide: if a repair costs more than half the price of a new one, and the item is past the middle of its expected life, replacing may be better.
Before you decide
- Search for the problem; many fixes are simple parts like belts, filters or batteries
- Check whether it's still under warranty
- Look for a local repair café or repair shop
- Use a qualified professional for electrical, gas or major repairs
Item by item
See our repair or replace page for common household items.
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