Home Warranty Services

Terms of service analysis for home warranty and protection plan providers

4
Companies Reviewed
22
Avg Score
Grade F
Category Grade

Category Overview

Home warranty companies consistently employ some of the most restrictive terms in the consumer services industry. Extensive coverage exclusions, pre-existing condition denials, and contractor assignment clauses significantly limit actual coverage. Most policies contain arbitration requirements and class action waivers that restrict consumer remedies when claims are denied.

American Home Shield
18

Market leader with extensive exclusion lists and mandatory arbitration for all disputes.

Coverage Exclusions Arbitration Required
Choice Home Warranty
20

Pre-existing condition exclusions and strict maintenance documentation requirements.

Pre-existing Denials Documentation Required
First American
26

Clearer coverage terms but still contains significant contractor assignment limitations.

Contractor Limits Caps on Repairs
Cinch
24

Rebranded HMS with complex claims processes and coverage determination delays.

Complex Claims Coverage Delays