American Home Shield Warranty sells home warranties, otherwise known as “home repair insurance” or “home service contracts.” In exchange for a monthly fee, American Home Shield will pay to repair or replace the home appliance or systems covered in your plan. Instead of paying to replace or repair these appliances or systems yourself, you pay American Home Shield a set service fee for each repair.

Get to Know American Home Shield

Back in 1971, American Home Shield founded the home warranty industry. Now, for more than 45 years, American Home Shield has been the largest and most-chosen home warranty provider. Since the beginning, American Home Shield has been helping homeowners ease the stress of unexpected breakdowns and the high costs that come when they happen.

Last year, Compare Home Warranty Quotes conducted research to compare home warranty companies. American Home Shield came in first place and earned our mention of “The best of the best, and MVP of home warranties and the companies providing them.”

Explore the Warranty Coverage Plans

American Home Shield home warranty coverage plans protect certain home appliances and major components of home systems, which are often left out of homeowners insurance coverage. To qualify for American Home Shield coverage, home inspections and maintenance records are not required.

The cost of plans varies depending on the type of plan purchased. Homeowners looking for systems or appliance coverage can sign up for specific coverage. A “combo plan” is also available and includes coverage of a mix of appliances and systems. Custom plans are also available for purchase.

System Plans by American Home Shield include:

• Air Conditioning with Ductwork


• Heating with Ductwork


• Electrical


• Doorbells


• Smoke Detectors


• Ceiling Fans


• Plumbing (including stoppages)


• Water Heaters


• Garbage Disposals


• Instant Hot/Cold Water Dispensers


• Central Vacuums


• Re-Key (only available in Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, and Texas)

Appliances Covered by American Home Shield include:

• Refrigerators


• Ranges/Ovens Cooktop


• Clothes Washers


• Clothes Dryers


• Dishwashers


• Built-in Microwave Ovens


• Trash Compactors


• Free-Standing Ice Makers


• Garage Door Openers


• Built-in Food Centers

Optional Coverage and Add-Ons from American Home Shield include:

• Swimming Pool


• Hot Tub


• Guest House/Unit


• Septic Pump


• Well Pump

Cashing in on Additional Benefits

American Home Shield home warranties also come with additional benefits. Customers who refer a friend to American Home Shield receive a $25 Amazon gift card. Discounts on brandname appliances, air filters, and home warranty coverage for additional properties are also available.

Also, American Home Shield now offers, in conjunction with Asurion Services, LLC, electronics-related coverage and services.

With an American Home Shield home warranty, customers experience an even greater value, gaining access to extended warranty protection for:

• LED, LCD, and Plasma TVs


• Laptops/Desktops


• Tablets


• Home Theater Systems


• Gaming Systems


• Smart Home Products


• Laptop Battery Replacement

A Strong Contractor Network

As a customer of American Home Shield, you don’t have to “know a guy.” American Home Shield knows them all, the good ones anyways. Their network of vetted contractors is available for routine inspections and emergency repairs.

In fact, there are more than 15,000 licensed and qualified professionals throughout all 50 states working for American Home Shield. These skilled contractors are local, licensed, and insured.

What Can You Expect?

American Home Shield is a Better Business Bureau (BBB) accredited business and a founding member of the National Home Service Contract Association (NHSCA), a regulatory body within the home warranty industry. Their service and high recommendation status has earned them a number of awards, including a “Top Rated” and “Best in Service” award from HomeWarrantyReviews.com and “Most Recommended Home Warranty Provider” from Women’s Choice Awards.

As the largest home warranty company, they accept and pay out more service requests than any other home warranty company. After service is complete, customers evaluate contractors through a customer satisfaction survey.

AHS Home Warranty Plans are a top choice for home appliance coverage. With more than 1.7 million customers, their popular coverage is bar none.