With the right home warranty, your costly water heater repair and replacement can be covered. Whether you are buying, selling, or currently own a home, understanding the lifespan and costs associated with your essential appliances is extremely valuable.
A home warranty is a service contract that provides protection for major systems and appliances in your home. It offers peace of mind by covering repair or replacement costs for covered items – such as water heaters – that experience mechanical failures or breakdowns.
Relying on a manufacturer’s warranty to cover your essential appliances is not only high risk, but potentially high cost!
Read on to learn more about how home warranties can cover the cost of repairs and replacements of water heaters.
Are water heaters usually under warranty?
Yes, most water heaters come with a manufacturer’s warranty. This warranty usually covers defects in materials or workmanship for a certain period. However, this duration is usually much shorter than when you will need coverage for repairs.
Manufacturer or retail protection plans are different from a home appliance warranty. Manufacturer warranties and retail protection plans cover appliances when they are new, but those protections go away as the appliance ages.
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How long is a typical water heater warranty?
The length of a typical water heater warranty can vary. It depends on the brand, model, and type of heater. Standard warranties usually span three to five years.
It is important to note that manufacturers have specific exclusions in their warranties. Therefore, it’s essential to read and understand your contract to avoid any expensive surprises.
A Select Home Warranty contract is 12 months long, with full coverage starting 30 days after you sign up.
How much does it cost to repair a water heater if it breaks?
Understanding the lifespan and costs associated with your major appliances can save you thousands down the road. This includes your home’s water heater.
The lifespan and cost of a water heater depend on the type of system you have (tank-based, tankless, heat pump, etc.), but can range from eight to 15 years or more, with an average cost of $500 to repair and around $2,500 to replace.
Are water heater leaks covered by warranty?
Whether water heater leaks are covered by warranty depends on the specific terms of the warranty.
Some warranties cover leaks caused by manufacturing defects. However, other warranties exclude coverage for leaks due to factors such as improper installation or lack of maintenance. It’s important to review your warranty contract for clarity on leak coverage.
Is fixing hot water in the shower covered under home warranty?
Home warranty coverage for hot water issues in the shower can vary.
Is the problem related to the water heater itself, such as a malfunctioning heating element or thermostat? Then the answer is likely yes!
Is the problem caused by a malfunction with your plumbing system? Refer to your coverage plan to see if your plumbing system is covered.
Pro Tip: If you have a SHW Platinum plan, you’re likely covered!
Why should I choose Select Home Warranty to cover my water heater?
At Select Home Warranty, we believe trust is the foundation of a successful warranty agreement. We do our best to provide full transparency to our potential and current clients. We even include sample contracts for your review.
Looking for a great deal without compromising quality? As the best value in home warranties, we offer various discounts and a referral program to help our customers save even more. Select Home Warranty offers a 30-day free trial period and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. You can trust that you’re making the right choice with us.
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