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Frequently asked

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Answers about coverage, pricing, repairs and your plan, in plain words.

The basics

What is a home warranty?

A home warranty is a service plan that pays to repair or replace your home's major systems and appliances when they break from normal wear and tear. You pay a monthly price, plus a flat service fee each time a technician comes out.

How is this different from homeowners insurance?

Homeowners insurance covers damage from events like fire, storms or theft. A home warranty covers things that simply wear out and break, like a water heater that stops heating or an AC that quits in July. Most homeowners have both.

Where do you offer coverage?

[Confirm with client: service area, e.g. states or counties.]

Who are the technicians?

Licensed, local professionals from our service network. [Confirm with client: how technicians are vetted.]

Coverage

What does each plan cover?

Systems covers heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical and your water heater. Complete adds kitchen appliances and laundry. Premier adds higher limits and roof leak repair. See the full list on What's Covered.

Is my water heater covered?

Yes, on every plan, including gas, electric and tankless models.

Are older appliances covered, no matter their age?

[Confirm with client: whether coverage depends on age or make of the item.]

What isn't covered?

Damage from storms, fire or flooding, cosmetic issues that don't affect how something works, and [confirm with client: pre-existing conditions, code upgrades, other exclusions]. The full list is on What's Covered.

Can I add a pool, septic system or well pump?

Yes. These are optional add-ons you can put on any plan. Prices are on Plans & Pricing.

Pricing & payment

How much does a plan cost?

Plans start at $[XX] a month. Your exact price depends on [confirm with client: home type, size, location]. Get your free quote in about two minutes.

What's a service fee?

It's the flat amount you pay each time a technician comes out for a covered repair: $[XX]. That's all you pay for that repair, no matter what the parts and labor cost.

Can I pay yearly instead of monthly?

[Confirm with client: payment options and any yearly discount.]

Are there any hidden fees?

No. You pay your plan price and a service fee per visit. [Confirm with client: any setup or cancellation fees.]

Repairs & claims

How do I request a repair?

Call us at [PHONE NUMBER] or file a request online, any time, day or night. See the full process on How It Works.

How fast will a technician come out?

[Confirm with client: typical response time, and how emergencies like no heat in winter are handled.]

Can I use my own technician?

[Confirm with client: whether homeowners can choose their own contractor, and how reimbursement works.]

What if it can't be repaired?

We replace it with a unit of similar features and capacity, up to your plan's limit. [Confirm with client: replacement policy.]

Is the work guaranteed?

[Confirm with client: workmanship guarantee, e.g. XX days on parts and labor.]

Your plan

When does coverage start?

[Confirm with client: waiting period after sign-up, if any.]

Can I change plans later?

[Confirm with client: upgrade and downgrade rules.]

Can I cancel?

[Confirm with client: cancellation terms and any refund.]

Does my plan renew automatically?

[Confirm with client: renewal terms and notice.]

Buying or selling a home

Can a seller buy a plan for the buyer?

Yes. Sellers often include a home warranty to make their listing stand out. [Confirm with client: how the plan transfers at closing.]

Does coverage transfer if I sell my home?

[Confirm with client: transfer rules.]

I'm a real estate agent. How do I order a plan for a client?

Visit our page For Real Estate Agents, or call us at (888) 592-1253.

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