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American Home Shield

Home Warranty Plans & Coverage

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  2. Coverage
  3. Real Estate -Coverage
  4. Real Estate -Home System Warranty
  5. Real Estate -Water Heater Warranty Coverage

Water Heaters

Water Heaters warranty coverage

Let's face it: water heaters aren't very exciting. They don't come in bright colors, they don't move around, and they barely make noise. But what they lack in flash, they more than make-up for in function. And while they typically last for about a decade, you never know when yours might experience a problem. That's where we come in. When you discover a covered problem, you can simply place a service request online or call American Home Shield®.

For leaks or breakages of water, gas, drains, waste or plumbing waste vent lines and pipes that occur within a concrete slab or concrete walls of the Covered Home, including cinderblock, the Covered Item Limit is $1,000.

Real Estate Plans

ShieldEssential ℠
ShieldPlus ℠
ShieldComplete ℠

Shield Essential℠

Keep your home’s key systems running smoothly. ShieldEssential protects parts of 20 major systems you rely on most.

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What's covered:

  • Heating and AC Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Plumbing Systems
  • Up to $15,000 in Coverage for Heating and AC Systems for Repair or Replacement
  • Up to $1,500 for Water Heater repair or replacement

Member benefits*:

  • Offers for home services such as HVAC Tune-ups**, Rekey and more
  • Partner discounts

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Shield Plus℠

More coverage can mean more confidence in your home. ShieldPlus protects parts of 27 major systems and appliances.

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What's covered:

  • Heating and AC Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Plumbing Systems
  • Kitchen Appliances
  • Laundry Appliances
  • Up to $15,000 in Coverage for Heating and AC Systems for Repair or Replacement
  • Up to $4,000 in Coverage per Appliance for Repair or Replacement 
  • Unlimited AC Refrigerant
  • Up to $1,500 for Water Heater repair or replacement

Member benefits*:

  • Offers for home services such as HVAC Tune-ups**, Rekey and more
  • Partner discounts

NEW! Video chat with live repair Experts for real-time help at no extra cost.

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Best Coverage

Shield Complete℠

Our most comprehensive plan. ShieldComplete protects 29 items, including roof leak repair coverage and premium member perks.

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What's covered:

  • Heating and AC Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Plumbing Systems
  • Kitchen Appliances
  • Laundry Appliances
  • Up to $15,000 in Coverage for Heating and AC System Repair or Replacement
  • Up to $7,000 in Coverage per Appliance for Repair or Replacement
  • Up to $1,000 in Coverage for Roof Leak Repairs
  • Up to $1,000 in Coverage for Code Violations, Permits, and Modifications
  • Unlimited AC Refrigerant
  • Up to $2,500 for Water Heater repair or replacement

Member benefits*:

  • One FREE Rekey or HVAC Tune-up**
  • Offers for home services
  • Partner discounts

NEW! Video chat with live repair Experts for real-time help at no extra cost.

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See the plan agreement for coverage details, including service fees, limitations and exclusions. Coverage limits and charges for non-covered items may apply.


*Member Benefits: Services offered are an added benefit to AHS members and may be offered by a third party. You will pay the amount shown in conjunction with the offer when you book those services in the AHS app or online via MyAccount. Video call feature available at no cost during normal business hours.


**With the ShieldComplete℠ plan, one rekey service or the first tune-up of one HVAC unit is offered for free per agreement term. For buyer use only. Services provided by Frontdoor Pro. For license numbers, please visit Frontdoor Pro Licensing Information Heating or Cooling System Tune-ups are available seasonally (spring: AC, fall: heating) and service dates are limited and may vary based on location.

Water Heaters warranty coverage details

Covered:
All parts and components of the water heater unit including the tank, circulating pumps, mixing valves, and thermal expansion tanks
Not Covered:
Tempering tanks (holding and storage tanks)
Fuel storage tanks

See the plan agreement for coverage details, including service fees, limitations and exclusions. Coverage limits and charges for non-covered items may apply. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all 3  of our real estate home warranty plans include coverage for the parts and components of water heaters. 

All 3 of our real estate home warranty plans include coverage for the parts and components of water heaters, including tankless heaters and circulating pumps. Note that we do not cover auxiliary holding or storage tanks, or fuel storage tanks. Please see the coverage details on the page above or the plan agreement for more information on limitations and exclusions.

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Other home systems we cover

We protect the big and little things that keep your home running and humming

  • Air Conditioners
  • Heating Systems
  • Ductwork
  • Built-in Exhaust Fans
  • Main Breaker & Fuse Panel Box
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Doorbells
  • Garage Door Openers
  • Interior Plumbing Lines
  • Water Heaters
  • Toilets
  • Faucets & Valves
  • Built-in Jetted Tub Motor & Parts

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