The Importance of a Good Home Warranty

A home is not only an investment but also a lifestyle. Homes are where families are raised and memories are made. A home reflects the style and personality of its owner. Home improvements bring out those features in the residents of the house. Be sure any home improvements are properly covered with a good warranty to ensure that these assets are protected.

Many homes are obtained at a better value when they need a few upgrades. It is common for people to buy homes with outdated kitchens or without master baths and then make these changes after moving into the house. In other cases, couples buy small homes that need expansions as their families grow so they add extra bedrooms, a new bathroom or other extensions. Whatever the case, these improvements should be covered by product lifetime warranties so the owner is not stuck paying for the same thing twice if something goes wrong.



When looking for a trusted business to provide these warranties, start by reading home warranty company. These reviews are written by other people in the same situation who were satisfied (or less than satisfied) with a home warranty company. One can learn a lot about a business by the comments of its clients. Often, the best home warranty company will be apparent from the many positive statements found online about them. Also ask friends, family members and coworkers who may have done repairs or upgrades to improve their homes about the companies they used and if they would recommend them. Some companies will even offer a discount for a referral.

Make sure that the chosen company provides an insurance backed guarantee. That means that the business will insure its clients' product guarantees and protect their deposits if anything goes wrong with the products used in the home improvement. Anything less is not acceptable. Also look into the types of products and improvements that a company covers. Some only cover specific changes such as kitchen and bathroom upgrades. Look for a company that will cover all home improvements from roof replacements to driveways, garage additions, window treatments and extensions. If the company covers it all then only one contact is needed for current improvements as well as any future upgrades. Remember to read the fine print and always thoroughly read the warranty policy on any home improvement. For questions about what kinds of upgrades are covered, speak with a company representative.