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Select Home Warranty Review


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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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4208 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Sarah B
8/28/2017
My Dryer was not working and I called up selecthome. They called back to check for certain details which I willingly provided. I was surprised to see how quickly the technician was able to solve the problem and my dryer was fit and fine. The home warranty has thus taught us the importance of proper communication.


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Scott
8/28/2017
I had spent quite a sum on my leaking bathtub before someone guided me to this home warranty company. Armed with the contract, I raised a claim when the bathtub leaked again. The plumber, who came in, spent about half an hour to diagnose what was repeatedly causing the leakage. I must acknowledge his technical skill because after his repair the bathtub has not leaked again.


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Ruby R
8/25/2017
This is a rotten company that has no intention in reimbursing their customers. Be aware that they require 3 years of maintenance records on your home appliances which is virtually impossible if you have recently purchased your home. They also have the worse contractors who will not call you back for several days. I had an AC stop working in 100 degree heat and it took them 2 days to even call to set up a time. Terrible company. Snakes!


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Clifford L
8/24/2017
The platinum plan allows you to hire your own technician with intimation to them. You are however required to pay him upfront on the completion of the job to your satisfaction. This does pinch a bit but you get reimbursed in a short period. Sometimes I do prefer to hire my own experts.


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Daniel
8/24/2017
When my furnace broke down in the middle of the night, I lodged a claim immediately. While I was thinking about what to do next in the morning, I was surprised to find a technician at my front door. This guy was quick and analytical. My furnace was running again in the next two hours. I would rate the company- 5 stars


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Martha
8/24/2017
I am impressed with the follow up system of this home warranty company. They first ensured that the service request was being dealt with in a timely fashion. Next they checked back that I was satisfied with the repair work. Great!


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Jason S
8/24/2017
Select cleared the acid test when their technician was able to arrange the parts and repair my dishwasher and I did not pay a penny for it. My switch from another home service company has been fruitful.


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Rachel C
8/24/2017
I am happy with select home service. They helped me in getting my pump replaced and making my pool operational. I do not write reviews but I am expressing my gratitude.


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W G
8/24/2017
Honestly speaking I was never in favor of taking a home warranty. It was only when I saw my friends plight over the air conditioning failure did I realize my folly. I now recommend this service to my friends.


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Richard R
8/24/2017
Except for the delay in answering my calls, my experience with Select home warranty has been good. My sump pump and geyser have given problems in the recent past but were well taken care off by the deputed technicians.



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