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Choice Home Warranty is a home warranty provider based in New Jersey. Although they’re located on the East Coast, they provide the service to homeowners nationwide.


REVIEW

Choice Home Warranty plans cover appliances and systems in the home. To qualify for coverage, the item must be in good working order on the day coverage is activated, should receive regular maintenance, and any issues that come up must be from normal wear and tear.

Once coverage is in place, homeowners can call on Choice Home Warranty in the event one of their covered appliances or systems breaks. The claim can be submitted online, or by calling the 24/7 hotline. Choice Home Warranty then chooses a contractor, and puts the client in touch with them to make an appointment. The homeowner then pays a service fee of $45 to $60 to the contractor, who will in turn diagnose the issue and work on the claim with Choice Home Warranty

Choice Home Warranty has two plans, plus optional add-on coverage for various systems that may be found around the home.

The Basic Plan covers heating systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems and stoppage, water heaters, whirlpool bathtubs, ovens, ranges, stoves, cooktops, dishwashers, built-in microwaves, garbage disposals, ductwork, garage door openers, and ceiling and exhaust fans.

The Total Plan provides coverage for everything in the Basic Plan, plus air conditioning systems, refrigerators, and clothes washers and dryers.

Additional coverage can be provided for pools and spas, well pumps, sump pumps, central vacuums, limited roof leaks, septic systems and septic tank pumping, second refrigerators, and stand alone freezers, for an additional premium.

When it is found that an appliance or system cannot be repaired, Choice Home Warranty will try to replace it with the same model. If that model isn’t available, they often cut the homeowner a check in the amount Choice Home Warranty would normally pay for the unit, which is often less than the retail price, so there may be extra cost associated with replacements, even if they are covered by the warranty.

Many of the complaints consumers have about Choice Home Warranty is the company’s proclivity to deny claims. Some policy holders reported having their claims denied due to Choice Home Warranty saying the damage was not due to normal wear and tear, yet the service technician who came to diagnose the problem stated that it was due to normal usage.

Consumers also report being denied access to a complete list of what is covered, and what is excluded, before purchasing their plan. Only after making the first payment were they provided with this information. Choice Home Warranty does have a 30-day risk free guarantee, so it leaves policy holders enough time to inspect all documents before the period is up.

Another glitch in the Choice Home Warranty contract is their view on pre-existing conditions. There is no home inspection before a contract is in place, and the contract says both known and unknown pre-existing conditions disqualify the item from warranty. This can easily be used to deny claims, even those that are valid.


RATINGS

8.7 Total Score
Great

Choice Home Warranty plans cover appliances and systems in the home. They have two plans, plus optional add-on coverage for various systems that may be found around the home.

7.4Editor's score
Plans
7.7
Price
8.9
Service
5.5
Customer Service
7.3
10User's score
Plans
10
Price
10
Service
10
Customer Service
10
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BRAND REPUTATION COMPARISON

Choice Home Warranty
93 %
Competitors
50 %

USER ENGAGEMENT COMPARISON

Choice Home Warranty
85 %
Competitors
50 %


POPULARITY TREND COMPARISON

Choice Home Warranty
86 %
Competitors
50 %


PROS:
  • 30-Day risk free guarantee
  • Relatively low service fee for technician visits compared to some other home warranty companies

CONS:
      • In the event an appliance or system is irreparable, there is a good chance the policy holder will get a small compensation and have to pay the rest out of pocket
      • Risk of being denied coverage for items that should qualify, especially if they are pricey repairs
      • Lack of quality control amongst contractors means service is variable depending upon location





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CONCLUSION

Choice Home Warranty can be a good option for some homeowners. The biggest complaints seem to be of misdiagnosed issues, denied claims, low payouts for replacements, and problems with contractors. A good time to buy a home warranty is right after a home inspection is completed. This would help the consumer’s case in the event a claim is denied. Also, consumers should research the contractors available in their area that work with Choice Home Warranty to ensure a wide range of workers who can finish the job.

Have you had an experience with this company? Please share your Choice Home Warranty reviews below.

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Choice Home Warranty is a home warranty provider based in New Jersey that provides their services to homeowners nationwide.



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  1. Reply
    Kevin May 15, 2017 at 12:34 pm
    5
    Plans
    100
    Price
    100
    Service
    100
    Customer Service
    100

    “I purchased warranty two years ago then had some claims for service. Each time, home choice warranty provided simple procedures, very quick response and assigned technicians and excellent customer service following up. This warranty really eases me free of worry, save me time. They are really a great service company which we can trust! Highly recommend to friends! – KEVIN Q.”

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