With the high cost of repairs and the lack of disposable income, home warranty insurance protection plans have become very popular. So are they worth the expense? I have a little personal experience with my own home and a purchased warranty so I thought I’d share my thoughts on the subject.
We purchased our current home a little over a year ago and one of the perks to entice potential buyers was an included third party home warranty purchased by the seller. I have to …

A home warranty is a service contract that covers the repair or replacement of many of the most frequently occurring breakdowns of home system components (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and appliances.  A home warranty can be a real lifesaver in a time of need – saving you from costly repairs in a crisis.
Since your home is most likely one of your biggest investments, unexpected repair or replacement costs can easily strain your budget if you do not have a warranty.  Additionally, finding an approved and insured contractor to …

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Troubleshooter: Long hot summer
WTDV Raleigh Durahm

FAYETTEVILLE (WTVD) — Recently it was 80 degrees inside Lisa Williams’ home, and she considers that a cool temperature.
She says she’s been without a working home air conditioner unit since spring. She tells Troubleshooter Diane Wilson, “I was awful. I was miserable.”
She has a home warranty through American Home Shield and she says a technician was sent out to look at the unit. She adds, “They started taking the unit out and …