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Choice Home Warranty Review


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Choice Home Warranty is a New Jersey-based company founded in 2008 which offers services contracts. Their plans offer protection against the cost of repair or replacement of major systems and appliances in the home via several plans. Each plan also offers optional coverage for septic systems, pools /spas, well pumps, sump pumps, central vacuuming systems, limited roof leaks, second refrigerators, and standalone freezers.

How is Choice rated?

Breakdown

4.8/5
Transparency
4.5/5
Claims Processing
4.5/5
Coverage Options
4.8/5
Additional Benefits
4.3/5
Customer Experience

Overall Rating: 4.6 / 5 (Excellent)

Choice Home Warranty offers a full array of home appliance and systems coverage at a competitive price. The company offers two plans for existing home owners —Basic and Total. In addition to a monthly premium, customers can expect to pay an $85 service fee each time they make a claim, which falls in low-to-mid range when compared to other home warranty companies.

You can submit a claim 24/7, including holidays, via phone, online, or app. The company utilizes proprietary technology to begin the dispatching process after a claim is filed. The company has recently updated their plans increasing coverage and has fewer limitations. Their plans and optional coverage can cover over 25 major systems and appliances.

Choice Home Warranty earns a B rating from the Better Business Bureau and has a positive rating on Trustpilot, but in this industry, negative customer reviews far outnumber positive ones.

Coverage

Key Facts

Plan Types
Combo Plan
Benefit Limit Type
Per Item
Typical Appliance Benefit Limit
$3,000
Typical Systems Benefit Limit
$3,000

Coverage Options - 4.5 / 5

Choice Home Warranty offers existing homeowners two plans, each of which cover a mix of systems and appliances. The primary difference between its Total plan and its Basic plan is that refrigerators, washers and dryers, and air conditioning systems are not included in the Basic Plan. Optional coverage for such items as pools and spas, well pumps, and septic systems is available for an additional fee. The company states that, in any case, its total liability for any single item is capped at $3000, but lower limits do apply to some covered items.

What does Choice cover?

Covered Built-In Systems

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Water Heater
  • Central Vacuums
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Ductwork
  • Sump Pump

Covered Appliances

  • Refrigerators
  • Dishwashers
  • Clothes Dryers
  • Clothes Washers
  • Built-in Microwaves
  • Garage Door Openers
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Stand Alone Freezer
  • Ranges
  • Ovens

Exclusions

For a full list of Choice exclusions, check out this page.

Specialty Items

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Septic Tank Pumping
  • Second Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Limited Roof Leaks

Contract & Price

Contract Details

Annual Premium
Starting at $0
Minimum Contract Length
12 month(s)
Home Inspection Required for Contract?
No
Online Quote/Application

Contract & Price - 5 / 5

We requested a quote for a single family home of less than 5000 square feet in a small midwestern city. The premium for Choice Home Warranty's Basic was $47.85 per month and the premium for its Total pan was $54.95 per month. With the cost difference between the two plans being only about $7 per month, to our mind, the Total plan a better value overall because it includes coverage for three of the most common appliances: refrigerators, washers, and dryers. It also includes coverage for air conditioning systems.

The company's co-pay for a service call is $85, slightly less than most comparable companies. The co-pay may be reduced further with special discounts and promotions.

Sample Contract

Choice provides a sample contract for potential customers on its website: Choice Sample Contract

Cancellation Policy

The contract shall be non-cancelable by the company except for nonpayment of contract fees or service fees, fraud or misrepresentation of facts by the customer, or by agreement between client and company. Customers may cancel within the first 30 days of the order date for a full refund of the paid contract fees. If canceled after 30 days, the customer shall be entitled to a pro rata refund of the paid contract fee for the unexpired term, less a $50 administrative fee and any service costs incurred by the company.

Claims & Service

Claims

Service Fee
Choice Home Warranty two plans include the same $85 service fee, also known as a deductible.
Maintenance Records Required for Service?
No
24/7 Claims Department?
Waiting Period
30 days

Contractors & Service

Contractor Selection
In-Network Only
Contractor Network Size
15,000+
Number of Technicians
15,000+
Service Recall Period
30 days

Claims Processing - 4.5 / 5

The company's claim center takes calls 24/7/365. Claims can be made online or by calling the company.

Choice Reputation

Company Details

Year Founded
2008
NHSCA Membership
Number of Employees
500+
TrustPilot Rating
3.9 out of 5
BBB Rating
B
Date Collected
2021-12-15

Reputation - 5 / 5

Choice Home Warranty is one of the fastest growing organizations in the USA, winning Inc 5000 awards for 7 years running. U.S. News & World Report's 360 named Choice Home Warranty Among the Best Home Warranty companies two years in a row, and BEST CLAIMS Service. Choice Home Warranty is also a member of the National Home Service Contract Association (NHSCA), an industry trade organization serving home service contract providers and consumer interest throughout the United States.

While the company earns an average B rating with the Better Business Bureau, consumers have lodged over 9000 complaints against the company in the past three years with that organization. Choice Home Warranty earns only 1 star out of 5 from consumers who have reviewed the site on the BBB's website. The BBB also notes that Choice Home Warranty has been the subject of several significant legal actions by the Arizona Attorney General's office. The company has also been reprimanded by the BBB itself for improperly offering financial incentives to clients who leave positive reviews.

Choice Home Warranty fares much better on Trustpilot, where consumers award the company 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
Company Phone
(888) 531-5403
Headquarters Address
2147 Route 27 South, Edison, NJ, 08837
Year Founded
2008

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10691 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Amoy Y
6/15/2016
Choice Home Warranty (CHW) is just deserved 0 star for their SCAM business as evidenced below: Trick 1: The first month free was sent via email and posted on their website when you sign up for one year agreement but turns into last month free when you request a cancellation. In addition, their testimonials provide misleading info that is very different from public score (a non-accredited business by C+ with 1690 complaints in history from bbb.org). Ex.1: http://www.choicehomewarranty.com/ Scroll down to the bottom at right, you will see “First Month FREE” http://www.choicehomewarranty.com/buyers_sellers_testimonials.php VS.... Read More


Morty B
6/15/2016
Pros: I had my toilet replaced with one that works great. Cons: It required a special accommodation to get this covered. I also had to pay an extra $60 to get the same color I had (almond). I also had to do my own caulking because the said they "don't do that".


Sonia A
6/11/2016
James with JB Services and his assistant, Jasmine, were personable, knowledgeable and offered service with a smile. James diagnosed the issue promptly and left everything tidy for when he returns to replace the defective parts on the dryer. Thank you Choice Warranty for providing a reputable service company to offer service in our area.


Kathy M
6/8/2016
the tech, was polite, courteous and very efficient


Rob S
6/7/2016
I was so excited in the beginning of my policy because most things were small in nature. As soon as I had a stove issue come up it was a comic show. Nothing happened unless I picked up the phone and demanded results which always were not to repair my oven but to tell me why it was taking so long. Then my AC has a leak by their technicians report. When asking for approval they denied for no preventive maintenance done on the unit. I then produced that so the came again to take better pictures and denied for rust. What AC unit doesn't have rust on the inside. Anyway I cannot get away from them quick enough. Oh, and don't ask for a supervisor both of my cases they were so rude and this is... Read More


Linda P
6/7/2016
Quick response to request for service. Item needed to be replaced. The item was replaced without question. Techs were professional and we'll informed.


Darlene G
6/7/2016
Wont pay claims. Quick to take your money, but refuse to pay large AC claim


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Gary J
5/26/2016
Be careful, they don't cover water heater tanks or dampers on your heating or AC systems.


khalid a
5/12/2016
Worst home warranty. I got it last year. First of all customer service is so poor that you have to wait for half an hour to speak to someone. When ever you place a claim you will find out that it is not covered by warranty. It is useless warranty. I will not recommend any one to buy it. - Khalid Aziz MD


Margie H
5/4/2016
I would not trust this company. I was with them for a year and when I signed up I was told I had the best plan you could get. When my hot water heater went out they lied to me and told me I didn't have the plan that covered that. If they can't fix it and it needs replacing, then you're out of luck.



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