Home Warranties for Home Buyers and Sellers

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ShieldEssential^℠

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Shield Essential^℠

Keep your home’s key systems running smoothly. ShieldEssential protects parts of the major systems you rely on most.

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What's covered:

Up to $15,000 for Heating and AC Systems
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Systems

Member benefits*:

Offers for home services such as HVAC Tune-ups**, Rekey and more
Partner discounts

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Shield Plus^℠

More coverage can mean more confidence in your home. ShieldPlus protects parts of 23 major systems and appliances.

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What's covered:

Up to $15,000 for Heating and AC Systems
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Systems
Kitchen Appliances
Laundry Appliances
Up to $4,000 per Appliance for Repair or Replacement

Member benefits*:

Offers for home services such as HVAC Tune-ups**, Rekey and more
Partner discounts

NEW! FREE video chats with live repair Experts who can help you assess or fix your home hassles

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Shield Complete^℠

Our most comprehensive plan. ShieldComplete protects parts of 23 major systems and appliances, includes roof leak repair coverage, and more.

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What's covered:

Up to $15,000 for Heating and AC Systems
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Systems
Kitchen Appliances
Laundry Appliances
Up to $7,000 per Appliance for Repair or Replacement
Up to $1,000 in Roof Leak Repairs
Up to $250 in Coverage for Code Violations, Permits, and Modifications
Unlimited AC Refrigerant

Member benefits*:

One FREE Rekey or HVAC Tune-up**
Offers for home services
Partner discounts

NEW! FREE video chats with live repair Experts who can help you assess or fix your home hassles

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See the plan agreement for coverage details, including service fees, limitations and exclusions. Coverage limits and charges for non-covered items may apply.

*Member Benefits: Services offered are an added benefit to AHS members and may be offered by a third party. You will pay the amount shown in conjunction with the offer when you book those services in the AHS app or online via MyAccount. Video chat feature available at no cost and with select plans during normal business hours.

**With the ShieldComplete℠ plan, one rekey service or the first tune-up of one HVAC unit is offered for free per agreement term. For buyer use only. Services provided by Frontdoor Pro. For license numbers, please visit Frontdoor Pro Licensing Information Heating or Cooling System Tune-ups are available seasonally (spring: AC, fall: heating) and service dates are limited and may vary based on location.

What AHS real estate plans offer

Coverage for parts of your home’s key systems and appliances
Three flexible plan options
Coverage designed specifically for homebuyers & sellers
With select plans, AHS members can video chat with live home repair Experts to troubleshoot repair issues at no additional cost

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a real estate home warranty?

An American Home Shield® Real Estate Home Warranty is a one-year service agreement that covers the repair or replacement of many major home system components and appliances. It is available to sellers and buyers typically via their real estate agent. We also offer home warranty plans for customers who are not in a real estate transaction. See our Plans & Coverage page for more information.

When can I start using my real estate home warranty plan?

Your coverage starts the day of closing, however, if payment for the home warranty funds has not been received from the home closing process, the number of service requests may be limited.

What if I am building a new home?

Our new construction plan provides coverage from years 2-5 for a total of four years of home warranty protection. It can also be purchased anytime within the first year of closing on new construction.

Does a real estate home warranty cover system and appliance multiples (like two fridges)?

Yes. If you have more than one of the following home systems or appliances, they're included in your coverage at no additional cost.

Covered Systems/Appliances:

Air Conditioning Systems
Heating Systems
Electrical - multiple items of hard-wired home electrical systems
Plumbing - multiple items such as lines, faucets, shower heads, stoppages, etc.
Built-in Exhaust, Attic & Whole House Fans
Ceiling Fans
Water Heaters
Built-in Microwave Ovens
Dishwashers
Doorbells
Garbage Disposals
Ranges/Cooktops
Ovens
Garage Door Openers
Installed Instant Hot/Cold Water Dispensers

How does the seller coverage work?

Here's how our Seller Coverage Option* works:

Seller chooses the home warranty plan to provide to the buyer.
Seller adds on the Seller Coverage Option. This option covers the same items as the ShieldEssential plan.
Sellers enjoy coverage for up to 6 months (term renewable upon request and at the discretion of American Home Shield) while the home is on the market.
Payment is not due until closing.
The warranty transfers to the buyer and becomes effective at closing.

*Subject to a $1,500 cap for all trades during the listing period.

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