The heart of all planning
Every component of a building has a lifespan. Knowing it feeds the maintenance logbook, the contingency-fund study and any asset maintenance plan.
Typical lifespans (for guidance)
- Roof (elastomeric membrane, TPO, EPDM): 20-30 years
- Asphalt shingles: 20-25 years
- Windows: 25-35 years
- Brick cladding: 50 years and up
- Balconies and guardrails (concrete/steel): 25-40 years
- Plumbing (piping): 40-70 years
- Boiler / heating: 15-25 years
- Heat pump: 12-18 years
These ranges are indicative. Actual lifespan depends on original quality, maintenance and building conditions — which is why inspection matters.
Casaforta's inspection-led approach
Born from building inspection, we don't rely on averages: we read your building. That field grounding makes our plans more accurate than simple tables.