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20% of Home Warranty Claims Happen on a Monday
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20% of Home Warranty Claims Happen on a Monday

A home repair problem does not become more likely just because Monday arrives. Yet most 2026 claims data shows a clear weekly pattern. Monday accounts for 20.2% of all home..

Labor Day Refrigerator Failures Spike 1.43x. Here Is the 10 Minute Check.
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Labor Day Refrigerator Failures Spike 1.43x. Here Is the 10 Minute Check.

Labor Day weekend means backyard cookout, cooler full of drinks, a packed refrigerator, and a busy kitchen. It also brings a noticeable shift in appliance failure patterns. Select Home Warranty’s..

Contractor Marketing Guide
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Contractor Marketing Guide: 5 Ways to Win More Jobs with Real Repair Data

For independent handymen, skilled tradespeople, and specialty contractors, delivering master-level craftsmanship is only half the battle. The other half—and often the most difficult—is maintaining a steady, predictable pipeline of jobs..

What Heat Wave Actually Breaks in Your Home, and What It Just Exposes
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What a Heat Wave Actually Breaks in Your Home, and What It Just Exposes

When outdoor temperatures climb past 95 degrees for several days, the breakdown risk rises for heavily used home systems. Air conditioners run longer, refrigerators work harder, and other cooling equipment..

7 Red Flags to Watch for When Choosing a Home Warranty Company Near You
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7 Red Flags to Watch for When Choosing a Home Warranty Company Near You

Not every provider delivers on its promises. Evaluation of warranty companies should start with the warning signs, not the sales pitch. Watch out for red flags when choosing a home..

How Home Warranties Benefit Real Estate Investors and Homebuyers
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How Home Warranties Benefit Real Estate Investors and Homebuyers

A home warranty helps real estate investors and homebuyers manage the cost of repairing major systems and appliances. Instead of paying full price for a broken furnace, coverage holders typically..

Why Every Landlord Should Invest in a Home Warranty for Rental Properties
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Why Every Landlord Should Invest in a Home Warranty for Rental Properties

A rental property can generate steady income until a water heater fails or an HVAC system stops working. Rental repairs can drain profits fast. This is why landlords should invest..

Local vs. National Home Warranty Providers
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Local vs. National Home Warranty Providers: Which is Better?

Buying a home protection plan feels like a major milestone. However, deciding between “local vs. national home warranty providers: which is better?” remains a pressing question for most buyers. Choosing..

Are Home Warranties Worth It for Older Homes
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Are Home Warranties Worth It for Older Homes?

Owning an older home comes with plenty of character, charm, and history. But it can also come with aging appliances, outdated electrical components, worn plumbing, and HVAC systems that have..

Home Warranty vs Paying for Repairs Out-of-Pocket
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Home Warranty vs Paying for Repairs Out-of-Pocket

Deciding between a home warranty vs paying for repairs out-of-pocket can feel like a money puzzle. You want a clear picture: how much will repairs really cost, and will a..

Home Warranty Plans That Help You Ditch The Stress Of Sudden Repairs
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Home Warranty Plans That Help You Ditch The Stress Of Sudden Repairs

Let's be honest. Nobody budgets for a broken water heater. It just happens, and usually on a Sunday night after a long week. That's the reality of homeownership. Things break...

What You Should Ask Before Choosing Home Warranty
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What You Should Ask Before Choosing a Home Warranty

Buying a protection plan for your home's systems and appliances sounds simple until you start comparing providers. Plans may look similar at first glance, but coverage details, exclusions, claim handling,..

How Appliance Maintenance Supports Home Warranty Coverage
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How Appliance Maintenance Supports Home Warranty Coverage

Most homeowners buy a home protection plan and assume that's the finish line. But there is something that doesn't get talked about enough: your home warranty works best when your..

How Can a Home Warranty Help a Seller Close a Deal
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How Can a Home Warranty Help a Seller Close a Deal?

You have priced the home right, made it show-ready, and listed it at the right time. Yet the deal stalls the moment the buyer gets the inspection report. Sound familiar?..

Do Home Warranties Have a Waiting Period
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Do Home Warranties Have a Waiting Period?

Imagine buying a house and suddenly hearing a loud rattling noise coming directly from your central air conditioning unit. Your first instinct is to check your newly acquired protection plan..

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Select Home Warranty Becomes the Official Home Warranty Provider of the Dallas Cowboys

Trust matters for homeowners. Whether it’s trusting a contractor, choosing coverage for major appliances, or supporting a favorite football team, people gravitate toward brands that represent consistency, reliability, and long-term..

Can a Home Warranty Be Transferred From Seller to the Buyer
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Can a Home Warranty Be Transferred From the Seller to the Buyer?

Yes, most home warranties include a transferability clause that allows the seller to assign the remaining coverage to the new owner. The coverage does not disappear the moment the keys..

Why Summer Is Peak Season for Home Warranty Purchases
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Why Summer Is Peak Season for Home Warranty Purchases, According to New Select Home Warranty Data

Every summer starts with homeowners by servicing air conditioners, planning vacations, and managing higher utility bills. New data from Select Home Warranty shows many homeowners are also preparing in another..

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