Cost Comparison Not Having A Home Warranty
Below is a comparison of what you would expect to pay to have a home system or appliance fixed or replaced without a home warranty. We think you will agree, getting a home warranty is essential to budgeting for those expensive repair or replace situations.
| What You May Pay Without A Home Warranty* | ||||||
| Home System/Appliance | If Repaired | If Replaced | ||||
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| Air Conditioning | $100 | - | $750 | $1,000 | - | $3,500 |
| Ceiling Fan | $75 | - | $150 | $125 | - | $175 |
| Clothes Dryer | $100 | - | $200 | $325 | - | $575 |
| Clothes Washer | $100 | - | $250 | $350 | - | $650 |
| Cooktop | $100 | - | $200 | $275 | - | $500 |
| Dishwasher | $100 | - | $200 | $325 | - | $650 |
| Electrical System | $125 | - | $300 | $500 | - | $1,350 |
| Evaporative Cooler Unit | $100 | - | $250 | $475 | - | $1,400 |
| Garbage Disposal | $100 | - | $145 | $150 | - | $300 |
| Garage Door Opener | $135 | - | $225 | $175 | - | $350 |
| Heating System | $100 | - | $250 | $1,200 | - | $3,100 |
| Hot Water Heater | $100 | - | $200 | $375 | - | $600 |
| Microwave Oven | $100 | - | $300 | $350 | - | $725 |
| Plumbing System | $100 | - | $425 | $450 | - | $1,800 |
| Pool / Spa | $200 | - | $600 | $725 | - | $1,475 |
| Range/Oven | $125 | - | $375 | $375 | - | $1,500 |
| Refrigerator | $100 | - | $400 | $450 | - | $1,450 |
| Trash Compactor | $100 | - | $275 | $325 | - | $550 |
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*Disclaimer: These are only estimates based on our survey of nationwide major outlets, internet resources, home warranty information, and a major repair service. Your survey may differ. The odds and numbers will vary between states. We did not consult eBay. |
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