A HOME WARRANTY is a service agreement, typically lasting for one year, which protects home owners against the cost of having to repair and replace mechanical systems in the event of break down due to normal wear and tear.   This includes major systems such as heating and air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing.  It also includes most minor, built in systems and appliances.

ADVANTAGES TO SELLER

1)  Sell your home for a higher price....  Buyers who know that they will receive a home warranty at closing will have more confidence in the home.  This discourages price bargaining.

2) Sell with less hassle....   Decreases your after-sale liability.  After you move out, the buyer will call the home warranty company instead of you when something goes wrong.

3)  Sell your home faster....   Have an advantage over other homes on the market.  If a buyer has to choose between two basically identical houses, they will usually choose the one with the home warranty for PEACE OF MIND.

ADVANTAGES TO BUYER

1)  Have Peace of mind....   When you buy a home, chances are you will have unexpected replacement costs or repair expenses.  A home warranty saves you this he worry.

2)  Saves you money.... The only cost you will incur is a low service call fee for repair or replacement of any item under warranty.

3)  No more fumbling through phone book....  Get a qualified technician instantaneously without worrying.   Saves you time.

Two of the best home warranty companies are:

R.S. ANDREWS