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Select Home Warranty Review


ConsumersAdvocate.org Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Excellent)
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Select Home Warranty is a New Jersey-based company that provides home warranty plans across the United States.

They offer three levels of coverage, with optional add-ons to allow homeowners to fully customize their warranties. The company covers all makes and models of appliances and systems. They have a B rating with the BBB.

How is Select rated?

Breakdown

5.0/5
Transparency
4.8/5
Claims Processing
4.8/5
Coverage Options
5.0/5
Additional Benefits
5.0/5
Customer Experience

Overall Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Excellent)

Select Home Warranty’s lack of a term maximum is very attractive, especially when considering their comparatively generous appliance and system limits.

They do have a waiting period for service and require maintenance records, which can be off-putting to some customers. Select is an excellent choice for customers who value savings and flexibility.

Coverage

Key Facts

Plan Types
Combo Plan
Benefit Limit Type
Per Item

Coverage Options - 4.8 / 5

Select Home Warranty offers combination policies that cover 15 systems and appliances, in addition to additional specialty item coverage.

With no term benefit limit set, the company has no caps to their coverage claims.

As a matter of company policy, items will only be covered if they have not been repaired prior to service, or if their malfunction is due to user error.

What does Select 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
  • Ranges/Ovens/Cooktops
  • Built-in Microwaves
  • Garage Door Openers
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Stand Alone Freezer

Exclusions

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

Specialty Items

  • Pool/Spa
  • Well Pump
  • Septic
  • Roof Leaks
  • Lawn Sprinklers

Contract & Price

Contract Details

Minimum Contract Length
12 month(s)
Home Inspection Required for Contract?
No
Online Quote/Application

Contract & Price - 4.5 / 5

In the case of Select’s yearlong base-level contract, no home inspection is required prior to full coverage.

For the sake of education and peace-of-mind, this company provides a sample contract and quote calculator on their website.

In exchange for a $75 administration fee, they also offer a pro-rated refund if the initial 30 days have expired.

Sample Contract

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

Cancellation Policy

Select reserves the right to cancel the service contract in the event of fraudulent conduct or misrepresentations by the customer, failure to make the required payments, or upon agreement.

The customer may cancel the agreement within 30 days from the order date of the agreement and will be entitled to a full refund only if no service has been provided under the contract.

After 30 days, the customer may receive a pro-rated refund for the non-discounted annual plan cost. The customer will be charged a $75 cancellation fee, plus any service expenses incurred by Select Home Warranty.

Claims & Service

Claims

Maintenance Records Required for Service?
Yes
Waiting Period
30 days

Contractors & Service

Contractor Selection
In-Network Only

Claims Processing - 4.8 / 5

Once the policy holder has been covered for the entirety of their contract-mandated 30-day waiting period, Select allows access to their in-network contractor services.

In addition to requiring maintenance records in order to provide service, Select also insists that they be notified. If they are not, then reimbursement may be forfeited.

Select Reputation

Company Details

Year Founded
2012
NHSCA Membership
Number of Employees
2-10
TrustPilot Rating
8.4 out of 5
BBB Rating
B
BBB Positive Reviews
38
BBB Neutral Reviews
28
BBB Negative Reviews
273
Date Collected
2019-01-21

Reputation - 5 / 5

Select Home Warranty is a relatively small company that is not a member of the NHSCA.

In addition to their TrustPilot rating of 8.4 out of 10, this company has held a B rating with the Better Business Bureau since 2012, backed by 38 positive, 28 neutral, and 273 negative reviews.

Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
Company Phone
(855) 267-3532
Headquarters Address
1 International Blvd Ste 400, Mahwah, NJ, 07495
Mailing Address
One International Blvd. Suite 400, Mahwah, NJ, 07495
Year Founded
2012

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4214 Customer Comments & Reviews

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lizzy K
8/10/2017
I've made 3 claims in the past year and they kept there word and paid.


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Jen B
8/10/2017
platinum care package - purchase 5 yr plan, my fridge went kaput-motor died, all my food spoiled. i called up and spoke jeff, he helped me and it took 2 days to get someone to come and fix the part and another day to order the part. i wish it woulda been faster but everything was professional and now good.


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suzanne
8/8/2017
Claim processing was quick. The contractor who repaired the washing machine was licensed and had many years experience. He was polite, friendly and explained everything that he was doing. The customer service representatives at Select Home Warranty were equally as friendly, polite and answered all questions.


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Colin R
8/8/2017
A+ service. I filed 3 claims this year and everything was handled perfect. Amazing service.


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Michael M
8/8/2017
I purchased the Platinum Care plan due to all of the coverage listed. I was told the plan would take effect in 30 days. I filed my first claim on day 34. It was denied as I had paid with a credit card, and while a plan normally takes effect in 30 days, if you pay with a credit or debit card the waiting period is 35 days. I filed my 2nd claim when my pool pump would not start, and was advised Select has no pool techs in my area (so why sell this coverage?). I was told I could find my own repair person, have them come diagnose the issue and then call Select to see if it was covered, and how much they would pay. I filed my 3rd claim when water began seeping out from below a toilet. I was... Read More


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ron
8/7/2017
The plumer was prompt,took one phone call ,problem solved.pleased,thx


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Bonnie B
8/7/2017
Good customer service. My claim was processed very fast. All repairs are done.


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Tony C
8/4/2017
The technician hired to repair the plumbing issues in the master bathroom was professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He explained the issue and made the repairs for me right away. I was very happy with the technicians hired by SHW.


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natalie
8/4/2017
My pool claim went over very smoothly. Select provided the contractor with all the approval information in order to replace the pool pump. The service was pretty quick and as soon as the new pool pump came in the contractor came back to make the repairs/installation.


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Tanisha
8/3/2017
I own several properties in Texas. I filed a total of 12 claims for all 6 of my properties combined. Each one of my claims issues were handled professionally. Claims review personnel carefully reviewed all my claims and responded in a timely manner. All contractors were experienced and well informed of the issues before coming out to each property. I have no complaints with how my claims were handled.



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