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Select Home Warranty reviews have pegged the company as one of the country's most popular home warranty companies. Their customer service has been appreciated as highly responsive by several customer reviews. They are known for offering a 30-day free trial to test before committing. Select Home Warranty's coverage extends over all the major systems like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and most household appliances through their additional coverage options.
Select Home Warranty has won the HWR Annual Home Warranty Awards for three years in a row. They were given the Editor's Choice Award for the year 2018-19 and were nominated for Top-Rated Company Award and Best-in-Service Company Awards for 2019-20.
They have a vibrant network of local contractors available at all times of the day, all year long. Services are offered in 46 states, excluding Nevada, Washington, Wisconsin, and New York.
$500
Estimated Appliance Coverage$2,000
Estimated System Coverage46
No. Of Active StatesYes
Complaint Resolution ProgramSelect Home Warranty provides homeowners with three plans: Bronze Care, Gold Care, and Platinum Care. The cost of Select Home Warranty’s plans match the industry average and may range between $299-$499. The price varies depending on the plan and coverage options as selected by the customers.
The deductible for warranty coverage is approximately $60. Select is offering a discount of $100 on all their plans. Select Home Warranty plans now come with 2 extra months of coverage for free. The coverage reduces the repair and replacement cost of covered devices.
The system and appliance coverage afforded by the plans are as follows.
You can get a Select Home Warranty plan without a home inspection. There is also no restriction on the age of your covered appliances.
Reviews of many Select Home Warranty customers suggest that the service offered by the company is commendable. Customers can expect support from the company at all hours, on all days without exception. A claim for repair or replacement should be filed within three days of discovering the malfunction. Here is what you should do to file a claim:
Systems and appliances under single-family homes, individual condominium units, townhouses, modular homes, and multi-family property will be covered under the company's coverage.
Devices will only be treated if they are damaged due to normal wear and tear. The company will not cover devices that have been damaged due to any acts of nature.
Customers should immediately contact the company if their devices are malfunctioning and promptly switch off the devices to avoid further damage. The company will cover only those systems and appliances mentioned in one's contract and will not cover the exclusions.
Customers should note if they file a deductible and later on cancel the appointment, they will still be charged. If consumers fail to pay the deductible amount, they will not be able to file for a claim in the future and will be deferred until all dues are fully paid.
Technicians must have complete access to the devices while repairing or replacing them. It is the responsibility of the residents to grant full permission for the technicians to access devices.
Select Home Warranty is one of the industry leaders of home service contracts. They offer various benefits for customers such as flexible pricing and payment options, great discounts, and attentive customer service. Customers who choose them can avail of unique services like coverage on mobile homes, roof leak repairs, and also get in touch with them on HomeWarrantyReviews.com’s CRP system.
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Yes, any customer can renew their select home warranty contract. You will be notified prior to the expiration of their contract, about an extension. You could opt for the same plan, or upgrade to a more comprehensive plan. All choose a plan based on your needs and requirements only.
Yes, Select Home Warranty does cover older systems and appliances as long as they are in good working order at the time of purchasing the plan. The company does not conduct any home inspection before the contract is signed. The company also covers different models and makes many devices in one’s home. It is a general rule that customers must try to keep their systems and appliances in good working condition always.
Yes, customers are eligible for special multiple year coverage discounts. Patrons can reach out to the company’s customer care team to know more about these discounts. You can reach customer care through the phone or by sending a message online.
As Select Home Warranty offers flexible pricing options with a choice of premium amount, the trade service visit fee can also vary. The trade service fee, also known as deductible ranges from $60-$75. This fee is to be paid when the service technician pays a visit.
Not at all. Homeowners’ insurance is actual insurance, meant to cover people from the liabilities of the specified events such as fire damage, loss of property, etc. A home warranty is legally a service contract, not an insurance policy. But, it does ‘insure’, so to speak, against expensive repairs due to mechanical wearing out of home systems and appliances.
Yes, you can cancel your Select Home Warranty plan. If you would like to receive a full refund cancel the policy within 30 days of purchasing the plan. If you cancel your policy after 30 days you may be eligible for a refund with special permission from the company.
Each device requires a different diagnosis based on its condition. Usually, the company repairs devices within 2 working days on weekdays, and four working days on weekends. Though these numbers may vary from case to case.
There is no limit on the number of service visits per year. However, there are upper limits on the repair/replacement allowance provided per system or appliance; an HVAC system has a maximum repair allowance of $2000. This means that, once the value of repairs availed on the HVAC system exceeds $2000, you can’t make any more claims. Till then, you can get unlimited repairs.
Select's free roof leak coverage includes leaks only over the occupied living area of single-family homes. It will not cover roof replacements nor patios, shingles, metallic roofs, tars, flat roofs, structural repairs, tiles, gravel, gutters, downspouts, skylights, solar heating systems and panels, flashing, satellite components, antennae, attic vents, chimney, etc
Select Home Warranty plans cover the main floor air conditioning unit of the home. The covered components include condenser fan motors, compressors, transformers, thermostats, capacitors, contactors, pressure switches, thermistors, cut in switches, condensers, start assist, defrost boards, relays, and blower motors.
Select Home Warranty won’t cover any systems and appliances with pre-existing conditions. If the problem is diagnosed to be pre-existing then you will have to pay for the repair out-of-pocket.
Select Home Warranty schedules trade service visits and despatches technicians to your home. Unless they have approved you to choose your own service provider, they will not cover such repairs.
Stephen Kraus, Clayton, NC
On Jan 13, 2021
Perhaps if you live in a city or major metropolitan area, your experience may be different. From what I can tell, the policy cleverly excludes everything imaginable. It's so broadly worded in some areas and in others, excludes virtually anything that might break. We all know that the sales process makes it so we feel comfortable enough not to read through pages and pages of a contract. Furthermore, e ..Read Full Review
Perhaps if you live in a city or major metropolitan area, your experience may be different. From what I can tell, the policy cleverly excludes everything imaginable. It's so broadly worded in some areas and in others, excludes virtually anything that might break. We all know that the sales process makes it so we feel comfortable enough not to read through pages and pages of a contract. Furthermore, every time I have called about anything that actually was covered, they don't have any contractors that work on those systems so it is up to the home owner to coordinate, get authorization, pay out of pocket direct to the contractor, and then submit paperwork to Select for reimbursement - which is essentially part of what you are paying for but not getting. There is no way to know what you are getting prior to signing up but contractors all grumble they are not getting paid enough by home warranty companies and payments are delayed so only those contractors just starting out or who don't have enough customers because they have bad reputations or don't manage their business well, that are sub-contractors. The business model itself seems faulty and prone to dissatisfied customers due to either non-existent or sub-par performance making it appear to be a legal scam, something very common in the US with no consumer protections. Lastly, like all companies looking to squeeze every last cent of profit, customer service is done in the Philippines and they are trained to be polite but ineffective and are very difficult to understand. ..View less
Richard W Caldwell, Enola, PA
On Jan 08, 2021
Absolutely the worst Company I've ever had to deal with...I enrolled in the Platinum Program and they never call you...you always have to call them and when you do call their call center I was connected to the Philippines and they were totally worthless. I do not recommend this company to even my worst enemy...they will frustrate you more than you can ever imagine.
Michele, Monroe Township, NJ
On Dec 29, 2020
I called to open up a claim 2 weeks ago when my refrigerator broke.I explained how I had a 6 month baby in the house and I needed help ASAP. After a week and 2 days when they decided to tell me that they didn’t have anyone to come service it I was told I could purchase a new refrigerator ( but could not tell me how much I could spend) I did. I was told to submit the receipt and 24 hours later I rec ..Read Full Review
I called to open up a claim 2 weeks ago when my refrigerator broke.I explained how I had a 6 month baby in the house and I needed help ASAP. After a week and 2 days when they decided to tell me that they didn’t have anyone to come service it I was told I could purchase a new refrigerator ( but could not tell me how much I could spend) I did. I was told to submit the receipt and 24 hours later I received an email stating being I did not have the broken refrigerator diagnosed they were not reimbursing me. This is the worst company not that I have ever dealt with but the worst company I have ever heard of. The customer service team gives you such a hard time to get a manager on the phone and then the managers say they will call you back and never do. Save your money and go somewhere else ..View less
Jen, San Francisco, CA
On Dec 19, 2020
This is a fraudulent company that refuses to honor their own policy. They sell you a policy that explicitly says the damage to a system is covered and then chooses to ignore the words of their own policy when the claim becomes too expensive for them!
Christy Dukes, Tinley Park, IL
On Dec 15, 2020
Terrible experience. Fraudulent company. Company denied my claim after they approved it and after I paid it. I submitted a reimbursement and that's when they told me my claim was denied. I had the worst experience with them and still no justice. I am filing several complaints with Attorney General and others.
Nathan Woodward, Elk Grove, CA
On Dec 15, 2020
I have made two claims with SHW. The most recent one, my heater broke in the middle of winter. SHW says they will not cover it because I can't provide 3 years of maintenance records, even though their FAQs say "We cover items that are in good working condition at the time you purchase the plan and properly maintained." I purchased the plan less than 6 months ago and can show the unit was in ..Read Full Review
I have made two claims with SHW. The most recent one, my heater broke in the middle of winter. SHW says they will not cover it because I can't provide 3 years of maintenance records, even though their FAQs say "We cover items that are in good working condition at the time you purchase the plan and properly maintained." I purchased the plan less than 6 months ago and can show the unit was in good working condition and properly maintained. I repeatedly asked them what documentation they needed and they said I provided everything, but still denied this claim. The whole repair is over $2000 and they are offering to cover $150 of it. The first call was similarly handled. Do not purchase from this company. ..View less
The consumers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced and reimbursed accordingly.
SHAMEER KHAN, Sacramento, CA
On Dec 14, 2020
Absolute Garbage of a company. DO not sign with them. Read the contract on reimbursement. Its based on the depreciated value of the item you are claiming. So if you have a refrigerator that's broken, they will at most cover only upto $300 if you are lucky. Its usually $95.00 or $185.00. Customer service is a joke. You can only cancel within 30 days of purchasing the home warranty. After that there is ..Read Full Review
Absolute Garbage of a company. DO not sign with them. Read the contract on reimbursement. Its based on the depreciated value of the item you are claiming. So if you have a refrigerator that's broken, they will at most cover only upto $300 if you are lucky. Its usually $95.00 or $185.00. Customer service is a joke. You can only cancel within 30 days of purchasing the home warranty. After that there is a $75 dollar fee for cancelling plus other fees and prorated amount. STAY AWAY. THIS COMPANY IS TOXIC. ..View less
Carlos Cardo, Chesapeake, VA
On Dec 09, 2020
Have a refrigerator that does not defrost and now will not cool at all problem called Select Home Warranty and a contractor was assigned. This contractor would text me the night before for the appt which we cannot adjust our jobs for the next day overnight, I text back no answer this has gone on for a month. Called Select and they said we missed 4 appts. Of course I told them we can't schedule for next d ..Read Full Review
Have a refrigerator that does not defrost and now will not cool at all problem called Select Home Warranty and a contractor was assigned. This contractor would text me the night before for the appt which we cannot adjust our jobs for the next day overnight, I text back no answer this has gone on for a month. Called Select and they said we missed 4 appts. Of course I told them we can't schedule for next day when we also work. They said they would prioritize our situation to get us another contractor. We have been waiting going on day 2. I called and asked if assigning a contractor is regularly 1-2 days, and we are prioritized why is it still 1-2 days. That is not a priority, that is the same. Will not allow like most other warranties to get my own contractor and get reimbursed. ..View less
Richard Sturges, Spring Hill, TN
On Dec 07, 2020
We filed a claim on September 13, 2020 and to date we have been told to find our own Tech, pay for the full repair and submit for review and possible reimbursement. I suspect the reason they can't find techs is because they don't pay them promptly. This company makes a lot of promises they know are not true. Dishonesty is their standard of doing business.
The customers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Paul Ryan Caddali, Virginia Beach, VA
On Nov 25, 2020
I ordered my policy with Select Home Warranty yesterday 24 Nov2020 and I got the Platinum VIP product.... the agent told me I will get a copy of my policy in my email within 30 minutes... An hour later- NOTHING!. I checked my email the following morning NOTHING... I called 25Nov2020 at 1230 verified my email and yet again was told that I will received my policy in 20-30 minutes... Guess what??? NOTHING.. ..Read Full Review
I ordered my policy with Select Home Warranty yesterday 24 Nov2020 and I got the Platinum VIP product.... the agent told me I will get a copy of my policy in my email within 30 minutes... An hour later- NOTHING!. I checked my email the following morning NOTHING... I called 25Nov2020 at 1230 verified my email and yet again was told that I will received my policy in 20-30 minutes... Guess what??? NOTHING... 5 hours later 1730 I called again... I told the agent that I have been waiting for my policy since buying it and then the guy put me on hold for 10 minutes!!! then a different guy answered later and asked what I need?? At this time I was furious and mentioned that it is unacceptable for the a customer that just recently bought a policy to have all of this round arounds... VIP client you said??? It does not seem like it.. Then the agent said "You know you can just go online and print your policy right?" well Einstein I dont have any information at all... No policy number or so on.... Well if I cant get any policy sent to me on my first day with this company... Imagine what will it be for work orders??? I just don't get it!!! Calling again tomorrow to cancel my policy... Oh yes! the agent even said "well even though you cancel it today, it will not get process until tomorrow since that department is gone" and then click... Hope this help future buyers of Home warranty.. ..View less
The consumer was sent a copy of their warranty agreement on 11/24, 11/25, 11/27 (twice) and 12/14/20. We recommend that the consumer check their junk/spam folder as their email may have went there. If the consumer requires any additional assistance they may contact us at 855-267-3532.
Randy campbell, Stuart, FL
On Nov 23, 2020
I contacted Select Home Warranty company to get my A/C unit repaired. I first claim in 3 yrs with this outfit. They said someone would get back to me in 24-48 hrs to schedule a repair. Already slept overnite in 85 degree heat with the unit broken and told Customer Service Dept that this wait is not acceptable and that I needed it repaired with in the next 24 hours. They said it was okay to use a local c ..Read Full Review
I contacted Select Home Warranty company to get my A/C unit repaired. I first claim in 3 yrs with this outfit. They said someone would get back to me in 24-48 hrs to schedule a repair. Already slept overnite in 85 degree heat with the unit broken and told Customer Service Dept that this wait is not acceptable and that I needed it repaired with in the next 24 hours. They said it was okay to use a local contractor to perform the repairs. I did contact someone and they came out that afternoon. The first repairman said my unit was 18 hrs old and should really be replaced and quoted me a price of $4995 to replace it. I declined. The second technician came out and fixed the problem. I submitted the invoice to the the Warranty Company for $320 and they denied me .. because the said I didn’t get preauthorization for the repair. I tried to get this problem resolved at higher levels .. but for the same song and dance from them. What a scammer this Company is ... they try to find any excuse not to pay for a covered repair... I guess I should have gotten a pre- authorization from the first repairman to replace the unit so they would have paid me $2000 reimbursement!! But I am sure they would have any excuse to get out of paying that one too. STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY !!! ..View less
The customers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Randy campbell, Stuart, FL
On Nov 23, 2020
I contacted Select Home Warranty company to get my A/C unit repaired. I first claim in 3 yrs with this outfit. They said someone would get back to me in 24-48 hrs to schedule a repair. Already slept overnite in 85 degree heat with the unit broken and told Customer Service Dept that this wait is not acceptable and that I needed it repaired with in the next 24 hours. They said it was okay to use a local c ..Read Full Review
I contacted Select Home Warranty company to get my A/C unit repaired. I first claim in 3 yrs with this outfit. They said someone would get back to me in 24-48 hrs to schedule a repair. Already slept overnite in 85 degree heat with the unit broken and told Customer Service Dept that this wait is not acceptable and that I needed it repaired with in the next 24 hours. They said it was okay to use a local contractor to perform the repairs. I did contact someone and they came out that afternoon. The first repairman said my unit was 18 hrs old and should really be replaced and quoted me a price of $4995 to replace it. I declined. The second technician came out and fixed the problem. I submitted the invoice to the the Warranty Company for $320 and they denied me .. because the said I didn’t get preauthorization for the repair. I tried to get this problem resolved at higher levels .. but for the same song and dance from them. What a scammer this Company is ... they try to find any excuse not to pay for a covered repair... I guess I should have gotten a pre- authorization from the first repairman to replace the unit so they would have paid me $2000 reimbursement!! But I am sure they would have any excuse to get out of paying that one too. STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY !!! ..View less
This is a duplicate complaint.
Jennifer, Missouri City, TX
On Nov 18, 2020
Nothing is covered by this warranty. There is a TON of unusual fine print. If it’s not visible, it’s not covered. Plumbing leak in the wall- forget it. The plumber can’t see through the wall so it’s not covered. Appliance repair can be determined to be not cost effective and they’ll just pay you what they feel is fair. Issue caused by sediment, hard water, etc - not covered. ..Read Full Review
Nothing is covered by this warranty. There is a TON of unusual fine print. If it’s not visible, it’s not covered. Plumbing leak in the wall- forget it. The plumber can’t see through the wall so it’s not covered. Appliance repair can be determined to be not cost effective and they’ll just pay you what they feel is fair. Issue caused by sediment, hard water, etc - not covered. Power surge - not covered. Not only does the problem have to be visible and out in the open, also has to be within the 4 walls of your house. Breaker box outside? You guessed it - not covered. Wouldn’t even cover replacement of an electrical outlet because the wires weren’t visible. Of course! Electrical wires don’t hang freely in a home that’s up to code. ..View less
The customers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Joan Paszek, Okatie, SC
On Nov 18, 2020
Worst ever and I have had other companies in other states with no problems. Select told me to get my own repairman and then told me the part on my 7 year old fridge was not covered. $150repair charge and no reimbursement. Dishwasher same thing. Not covered. Terrible phone operators. All you hear is I apologize but that is not covered.
jason harkness, Dixon, CA
On Nov 18, 2020
We bought a home warranty 2 months ago from select and recently tried to get our broken garage door motor looked at, but was immediately sent a denial email stating that we said something to the effect of needing the whole unit replaced (which we didn't) and that it's something to do with a remote control that disqualified the claim (which it is controlled by a wall switch) . Seems like they are quick to ..Read Full Review
We bought a home warranty 2 months ago from select and recently tried to get our broken garage door motor looked at, but was immediately sent a denial email stating that we said something to the effect of needing the whole unit replaced (which we didn't) and that it's something to do with a remote control that disqualified the claim (which it is controlled by a wall switch) . Seems like they are quick to deny for any reason after they get your fiveeightyfive$$$ ..View less
The customers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Shane Anderson, Glen Burnie, MD
On Nov 10, 2020
Is there a way to put a negative number on this company? Select Home Warranty are Scammers. I had an AC unit go out and was told that they do not cover electrical and mechanical failures. I argued with the customer Service Rep for at least an hour. Repair cost was $75 for a tech that never showed, $719.00 for the repair and 5 days of hotels that I had to pay so my tenants could stay cool. He then told me ..Read Full Review
Is there a way to put a negative number on this company? Select Home Warranty are Scammers. I had an AC unit go out and was told that they do not cover electrical and mechanical failures. I argued with the customer Service Rep for at least an hour. Repair cost was $75 for a tech that never showed, $719.00 for the repair and 5 days of hotels that I had to pay so my tenants could stay cool. He then told me if I bought a new unit they would cover it. WTF !!!! When I canceled the service for a refund was told it would take 3 to 4 week for payment it has now been 4 weeks. Each time I call Check is in the mail. WORST COMPANY EVER !!!!!!! STAY AWAY THEY ARE SCAMMERS !!!!!!!!! ..View less
The customers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Alan W, Cleveland, OH
On Nov 09, 2020
Scammed me, refused to pay for heater repair and used the "pre-existing condition" excuse even though heater was working fine before that. They never even asked me any questions about it, and instead they went straight to pre-existing condition excuse. I made a YouTube video about these scammers and what they did to me. Just search "Select Home Warranty reviews" on YouTube. Do not ..Read Full Review
Scammed me, refused to pay for heater repair and used the "pre-existing condition" excuse even though heater was working fine before that. They never even asked me any questions about it, and instead they went straight to pre-existing condition excuse. I made a YouTube video about these scammers and what they did to me. Just search "Select Home Warranty reviews" on YouTube. Do not buy. ..View less
Golam Sorowar, Woodbridge, VA
On Nov 02, 2020
This company is a scam. They will offer you low service fee and low monthly payment but they send a contractor, they will charge a very high price. And, the company will cover portion of that. One time, I had issue with my toilet, it was a minor issue. They sent a contractor, who said it would cost 350 and warranty company only covers 100 dollars. The rest I had a pay out of my pocket. Plus, their custom ..Read Full Review
This company is a scam. They will offer you low service fee and low monthly payment but they send a contractor, they will charge a very high price. And, the company will cover portion of that. One time, I had issue with my toilet, it was a minor issue. They sent a contractor, who said it would cost 350 and warranty company only covers 100 dollars. The rest I had a pay out of my pocket. Plus, their customer service is worst. They don’t even speak English it’s hard to understand. They can’t even explain the coverage. I will definitely not recommend this company ..View less
The consumers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced accordingly.
Ron Cohen, Yucca Valley, CA
On Oct 28, 2020
I was not happy in repairing the refrigerator at my rental at 8585 Great House LN, Yucca Valley, CA 92284. SHW was called on Oct 8, 2020 and told that both the compressors were not working for either the freezer or refrigerator portion of our 48" Samsung Refrigerator. Someone finally showed up on Oct 22, 2020. The technician immediately told the renters he did not work on "sealed systems&quo ..Read Full Review
I was not happy in repairing the refrigerator at my rental at 8585 Great House LN, Yucca Valley, CA 92284. SHW was called on Oct 8, 2020 and told that both the compressors were not working for either the freezer or refrigerator portion of our 48" Samsung Refrigerator. Someone finally showed up on Oct 22, 2020. The technician immediately told the renters he did not work on "sealed systems" which the renters did not understand. They paid him $75.00. I called on Oct 27, 2020 to find out that sealed systems are not covered. Later I also found out that "sealed systems" means the compressor units. In checking with other home warranties, they make no such exclusion. I believe that I was improperly bated into believing that the home warranty from SHW would fix issues. The other issue with the refrigerator, the water line needing replacement, was not even attempted. Not a happy customer.. ..View less
M Reeves, Victorville, CA
On Oct 27, 2020
*DO NOT PURCHASE* I bought a policy - The Platinum Package. Called on 10-25-20, received Claim Number. Have not heard from anyone, so called back on 10-26-20, held for 10 minutes only to be told my Platinum Package does not cover the Ice Maker on my Fridge—I needed to have purchased Ice Maker coverage as an add-on to this Platinum Package. I was never told I would have to purchase add-on’s se ..Read Full Review
*DO NOT PURCHASE* I bought a policy - The Platinum Package. Called on 10-25-20, received Claim Number. Have not heard from anyone, so called back on 10-26-20, held for 10 minutes only to be told my Platinum Package does not cover the Ice Maker on my Fridge—I needed to have purchased Ice Maker coverage as an add-on to this Platinum Package. I was never told I would have to purchase add-on’s separately. I was told this was a great plan. I will also be reporting to Consumer Protection Bureau and Better Business Bureau. What a rip-off!!! ..View less
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On Jan 08, 2021
The consumers claim determination was made in accordance to their warranty terms and conditions. They have been serviced and reimbursed accordingly.