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Dean Omaha, NE

Service was good and technician was professional and qualified.most parts needed replaced in the washer and probably would have been more economical to replace the washer

2 years ago

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Bob Walling

Last summer, Choice couldn’t find a vendor to service my claim on a timely basis, 114degree heat. I had to find an a/c repair and pay in my own-Bad Bad. This claim a vendor was found and service provided on a timely basis. So, I rate Choice a net 3. Claim 1no stars and claim 2 -5 stars.

2 years ago

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Jay B West Palm Beach, FL

Would have been 5 stars if they used their company caller ID. When confirming appointments so I had to call back and confirmed arrival time for following day with corporate person Fixed both kitchen sink issues perfectly !

2 years ago

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Ken Marchiol Morgantown, WV

This is a very poor warranty company for the consumer. I have had several claims turned down or paid at less than 50% of replacement value on items that were less than 2 years old and readily available. They are trained to manipulate the situation and pay you the lowest amount and often just say, "we are not obligated to pay replacement cost on any item; read your contract." I have given this company many chances and often times when they denied a claim, I could not afford to replace the item in question. I would not recommend this company in any way as they are not consumer friendly nor do they value you as a customer.

2 years ago Edited November 8, 2023

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Debbie Sharp Shreveport, LA

Just takes too long to repair my washer..you assign contractors that are too busy to service you ina timely manner. Also the contractor recommended a new washer but you did not take the advice that the contractor you chose trecommended.

2 years ago Edited November 10, 2023

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David Campos Aurora, CO

The last 2 services have been great. Before that I questioned if Choice was the best option. But given the past I would have given 3 stars and the last 2 services have raised it to a 4.

2 years ago

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Sharon

Up until this last problem that I had, I was ready to kick you guys to the curb. But you surprised me. The guy who came out was perfect. He wasn't questionable like the last one and not only that, they fixed the problem.

2 years ago

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Sergio

It hasn't been what it was all made out to be. So I'm disappointed so far in my experience with Choice overall. For the money that I'm paying and the rating that they have overall, you would think I would get outstanding customer service and support.

2 years ago

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Edward

I went almost a month without hot water because my tank was leaking and could not be turned on. Choice took its time getting a technician and then he said he couldn’t come out for a couple weeks. It all started by the first technician they sent out. He said he would doctor up his report to get me a new tank instead of repairing current one. That started the ball rolling DOWNWARDS!

2 years ago

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Silvia Delta, CO

Have had trouble connecting with and talking to the insurance. They have not listened to my complaint , and have been transferred several times because I have not been able to talk to the technician who helped diagnose the problem, as they, the Sears Technician, did not give me a valid or correct order numbers, so they are unable to find my work order, or to send me a receipt for the cost of the repair, $39.99. (The only receipt I have is from the credit card company which shows the amount of the cost of the repair. So as a result have not been able to obtain a statement from them stating that the refrigerator was not repairable, because the part ordered and recommended by the technician did not function. So I had to go buy a new refrigerator as it had been 2 weeks without a refrigerator. It was very difficult to talk to the insurance, as they have not been very understanding in my situation.

2 years ago

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Melanie Childs Sun City, AZ

The ease of filing a claim, and I did not have to worry about researching companies to chose for my repairs since all of the companies in their network are top notch.

2 years ago

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Ron

I only had one issue and it was resolved promptly. The freezer stopped working and they sent the guy out. He was very professional and did a good job, got it fixed.

2 years ago

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Ghaayas

They answer. The last time was for the garage door and to be honest, the guy who came, I would give him at least five out of five. It was really friendly and professional.

2 years ago

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Colby

As soon as I moved into my house and got my home warranty, I sent somebody out and they decided my water heater needed to be replaced. And I got a new water heater.

2 years ago

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Amber

They're very responsive. I had to get a toilet fixed that was not sitting correctly on the floor and within two to three hours somebody was out here and got it done for us.

2 years ago

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Jim

I really like this. We had to have the A/C checked during a heat wave, and they had someone come out and check the A/C within one day, which was fantastic.

2 years ago

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Stephen

The serviceman knew what he was doing. They put on footies, which I told him he didn't have to do, and he got it done fast. I had no complaints at all.

2 years ago

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Raja

I used it couple of times. The first time it was very good, within two days, for a plumber to help with a clog. Second time when I used it, it took a few days, but it was not that bad.

2 years ago

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Anonymous

There was water that was leaking. Our water heater and our A/C unit are directly next to each other. I thought it was the water heater. Turned out it wasn't and I got charged two different fees for having two different service calls for the same issue.

2 years ago

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Carl

Four weeks ago, a water heater went out. The guy came out, I paid the $65 for the water heater to be replaced, and then I ended up having to pay the same people $300 and Choice warranty didn't pay no money. So, I asked for my $300 back and they refused. I mean, a water heater is a water heater. If the water heater is covered under the warranty, it should be covered if it's leaking water.

2 years ago

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John Southport, NC

My last issue (the refrigerator) was well handled. However, the first issue (stove) was poorly handled. And I emailed and sent a letter to customer service at Choice and received no response. For that reason, I will never give a 5 star rating. Also, this is the 2nd time that I have responded to this message

2 years ago

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William Olberding Johnson City, TN

Very professional, knowledgeable, personable and efficient. These people know what they are doing. Thr vendors were particularly Awesome, Airhart LTD

2 years ago

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Robert Cooper North Hollywood, CA

I received a denial of my claim. I filed an appeal. The appeal process was a 15 minute call with a representative that clearly did not know much about the claim. She just read what was reported which actually involved a second claim the Plumber was out inspecting the same time. It is strange to me that Choice Home Warranty makes denial decisions based on the wording of the technician. The rep made it clear there was not a chance the denial would be over turned. I asked for a copy of the report Choice Home Warranty received from the Plumber to make the denial. I also asked for any photographs your received. The response was, "why would we need photos when we have the techs report" and "we do not release the reports received as they are internal documents" . This is an incomplete investigation in my opinion. A photo or video would at least let your company see what the technician is talking about. We have a 12-14 year old faucet. When the leak happened we had to turn the handle a little further than normal to stop the water. The handle still works and water comes out when it is turned on. The tech was describing the riser part with the cartridge below the handle advising he could not turn it due to white calcification. The handle would need to be loosened from below the sink. The technician never did this. I was told to get a copy of the report from the Plumber. The plumber and technicians in general do not provide their report to your company and direct me to you. You then direct me back to the Tech. I am disappointed with the manner in which you make denials. I could stomach it better if I knew you actually could see what the tech is talking about.

2 years ago

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Lloyd Alpharetta, GA

I liked the quick response to my problem. The customer service person was so knowledgeable and very helpful. It is a pleasure dealing with Choice Home Warranty.

2 years ago

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Susan Kabella Lehigh Acres, FL

What we like is the fact that that someone answers the phone we don’t have to try for hours. We did not like your decision to not give us a spark for our stove and gave us Lowe’s gift cards or something

2 years ago

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Jerry Williams, PhD Raleigh, NC

I liked the professional technician and the quality of the repair but I didn't like being given an eight hour window f time for the technician to arrive.

2 years ago

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Stephen Chandler, AZ

Beware of the exclusions! Your garage may be covered, but the springs won't be. Regardless, the coverage has paid for itself twice over at a couple of properties I've had. Definitely still recommend it!

2 years ago

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John DeMartino Millsboro, DE

I called in for service on my water heater that’s leaking and randomly goes up to 150 degrees. A good way to get scalded. I also called about a toilet that won’t fill. A plumber came out for the water heater on 10/11/23 one month later. Haven’t heard a word. No one has looked at the toilet as of 10/16/23 lousy service the worst home warranty company ever. You told me to find a plumber and I tried but most won’t work with CHW because of your policies regarding repairs. My claim number for the water heater is 215391151, the toilet is 215390944. I wouldn’t recommend this company to my worst enemy. I’ve been holding off replying to your email asking how I liked you service thinking you would get this done. But I’m out of patience. Again the worst home warranty company. A waist of money. My wife and I are 84 years old and a water heater and toilet that’s not working are a real inconvenience.

2 years ago

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Bob Kuck Sarasota, FL

We have had two service requests. One was for an ice maker and the other for a disposal. The agent assigned to fix the ice maker (refrigerator) did not complete the work. We ended up purchasing a different refrigerator. The agent assigned to fix the disposal completed the work satisfactorily.

2 years ago

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Lillian Brantley Conyers, GA

I like the fact that Choice had someone out to assess the situation quickly on our time and that an estimate was given with full explanation for a resolution. The hardest part is accepting or denying the claim.

2 years ago

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Dan Habes St Louis, MO

We unfortunately had problems with both of our AC systems that needed to be fixed. AC during the summer is, of course, a high priority item that needs immediate attention. The first unit that had problems was the main house AC. At this time I didn't know I needed to submit a claim first and then CHOICE contacts the service company. So I reached out to our local Heating/AC company, and they responded appropriately. Had a service person out in 48 hours and the problem was fixed. I will say that the sales representative, David S, has been very helpful and responsive throughout the whole process, and deserves 5 stars. He took care of getting me a refund on the first AC fix, even though I did it the wrong way. And throughout the second AC fix, he was always trying to help with the issues, even though that's not his position in the company. So, our second AC unit failed. This one happens to be a mini-split, something I know nothing about, but anyone prepared to work on AC systems DOES know that it takes a specialty person to work on those. CHOICE didn't ask that, so the first person they sent couldn't fix it. They told CHOICE that, this information was clearly ignored, and so CHOICE sends a second person who can't work on them (large spans of time between all these actions). There's countless stories in this saga of the second AC fix, and CHOICE can give any excuse they want, but at the end of the day, from the moment I submitted the claim it took about 6 weeks to get it fixed. Can you imagine calling an AC/Heating company, telling them your AC is broken during the summer, and having it take 6 weeks to get it fixed? Of course you can't, because any reputable company would be out there within 2 days to get it fixed. This was beyond unacceptable and no where near worth the money I saved by having this warranty at the sacrifice of not having AC for 6 weeks. Their system is broken, unorganized, and not streamlined. They should make sure they have enough details of the problem to assure they are getting the right personnel to fix the problem, and they need to get those people out to the houses so much quicker when it's a high priority item like AC. I would not recommend this company.

2 years ago

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David Granbury, TX

It has taken too long to assign a service company to address the problem. The service company assigned takes a few days to make the appointment to come and address the problem.

2 years ago

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Slawomir Wasilla, AK

I have already left complaints about this terrible warranty company. Only once have they been able to find a technician to solve a small garage door problem. However, for larger problems, they did not locate anyone, but offered for me to find someone, which they would then reimburse. Never reimbursed the entire amount. In asking local companies why they do not accept dealing directly with Choice Warranty, the response is that it does not pay what is required for the job and when they do, the payments are delayed. I will not recommend Choice to others, not will I extend our contract when it expires. Absolutely, the worse warranty company I have dealth with in over 35 years!

2 years ago

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Jerry

I had two claims. The first was for a plumber. I never got one. My neighbor fixed the problem but choice NEVER got one. The second problem was HVAC problem and choice sent a gentleman out to fix. He did an excellent job. Two entirely different experiences. By the way choice still has not contacted me about the plumber.

2 years ago

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Terry Perry Porterville, CA

Very frustrating that you cannot talk to a live representative. I’m on my second broken thing my garage door opener and no one has contacted me. I’m getting it fixed I feel going online and the older age is very confusing and you need to talk to a live person. See you get the help that you need.

2 years ago

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John Parker, CO

Not great to be honest. When you advertise things are "covered" there should be an asterisk with fine print. I paid $75 for the tech to say I needed a new door flap for my fridge - which I already knew and got NOTHING in return. I guess that is not a covered part of the refrigerator? !! I need something that is very specific about what IS actually covered before I waste my time and money next time.

2 years ago

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Kenneth C hall Maumelle, AR

I had a damper in my refrigerator go out on the 27th of September. A tech came out from Sears to fix it. He had to order a part he didn't have and it was back-ordered. I received it in my mail on the 6th of October. The tech told me once I received it I was to call Choice Home Warranty and they would reschedule my appointment date sooner than the original date of 20th of October. Choice sent emails to Sears and no one responded for my cause NO calls NO emails or anything , I was told by Choice they cant send any other company out to fix my refrigerator. If I was to request a different date or company then I could be pushed into November for a service date . I will be changing my Home Warranty back to my previous company even though the cost was more expensive I am NOT HAPPY AT ALL WITH THIS COMPANY I can't buy perishable food for my family,,,,, They don't even deserve any rating

2 years ago

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Bob Oxnard, CA

we appreciate having this warranty since we have had to use them twice in a few months! It would have cost us a lot more money if we didn't have them.

2 years ago

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Janet

I think Choice Warranty is a good value for the monthly premium. If before a technician is sent to residence, whomever is dispatching could do a precheck of eligibility, would be helpful.

2 years ago

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Jennifer Huxley Jonesboro, AR

Annoying sales calls! Telemarketers did not listen when asked to remove me from call list. Took three repairs to fix ice maker because Choice expected steps to be taken. This resulted in three deductibles for the same problem.

2 years ago

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Dharma 007 Houston, TX

The technician came and there was water backed up in the drain. Choice allowed him to flush the drain and so my A?C started to work fine and not drip any more

2 years ago

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Jennifer Bova Brooklyn, NY

All but one of the servicemen sent to my home were very good. One was terrible. I could tell he didn’t want to do the job. I sent him away. The dishwasher is still in need of the repair.

2 years ago

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James Burleson, TX

The integrity of the company to do what they say they will; their swiftness to answer our call for help, their choice of qualified people to get our appliance fixed.

2 years ago

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John Onalaska, TX

Bad experience. I signed up with choice and 32 days after signing up my icemaker started not making ice. They sent a contractor and they repaired it. 33 days after signing up on my way out of my house to work my garage door opener stopped working. When I hit the button it just hummed. They sent a technician and after he submitted the estimate they immediately emailed me that it was preexisting. That supposedly the garage door opener couldn't burn up the motor when I pushed the button. The interesting part is, I have owned a house for 24yrs and replaced 3 chain drive garage door openers with the exact same thing. Motors burns up in them or the sprocket breaks off. It's happens immediately when you hit the button. Not over time, that makes no sense. Clearly just them using preexisting as an excuse to not repair my garage door opener. I canceled my contract and had a company replace the opener the next day. Oh and the company I had replace my garage door opener told me they go out all the time immediately when you hit the button, just like I already know.

2 years ago

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Raymond FL

They always low ball the reimbursement amount. My garbage disposal just failed. It took a week to get the appt with the technician who came from 50 miles away. I paid my $45 see fee and then CHW wanted an additional $60 to replace the unit for a total of $105 out of my pocket. I could have gone to my local Home Depot and bought one for about $130 and installed it myself in an hour.

2 years ago

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Eli Gueta New York, NY

Choice is getting the absolute lowest score from me due to several very poor experiences. I am actually terminating all my contracts upon their respective expiration. Have been paying for 4 Contracts diligently and when I needed services, unfortunately, Choice did not come through, In fact, I had 2 extremely bad experiences! 1st case, my air conditioning unit stopped working, I immediately opened a ticket and Choice sent a technician which recommended to replace the external unit with a new one. Choice remote team determined that they will not cover the repair/replace claiming negligence and misuse. I supplied statement from the Choice technician (which examined the unit on Choice's behalf) plus a 3rd party independent technician's written evaluation, both stating no negligence or misuse and that the unit burned due to age and normal operation. Regardless of multiple escalations within Choice organization, Choice decided on paying Zero for the repair not even agreeing to a split or even paying for the $165 out of pocket ($65 visit plus $100 independent expert inspection), not to mention any portion of the $4,300 replacement and installation costs. 2nd case, my pool pump was leaking. Again , opened a case with Choice, a technician from Choice determined that a new pump is needed. Choice again decided to pay nothing, this time with no explanation at all. Again, after multiple escalations and offers to just pay partial or at least for the parts' cost or anything towards the repair/replacement, Choice decision was to pay Zero. So unfortunately, after paying monthly fees (actually for 4 houses) and $65 for technician cost, I had to spend $2,300 to replace the pool pump and received zero ,again, from Choice. What is the point in paying thousands of dollars every year while Choice again and again refuses to pay anything and just costs me additional money for their technicians to evaluate the problem and then Choice arbitrarily decides to pay zero especially for the large claims. I challenge Choice to check their own recorded records and confirm that everything stated is absolutely accurate and true. Sincerely, Eli

2 years ago

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Michael McMillen Tullahoma, TN

I submitted a plumbing system claim (#216127072) to Choice Home Warranty (CHW) for a water leak issue six days ago and no action has been taken so far. I was led to believe a technician would be assigned to my case within 24-48 hours of my filing and we are well past that now. I paid over $2,250 for the CHW Total Plan (which covers plumbing systems) so my family would have some peace of mind should anything like this occur. But, obviously, CHW has not lived up to it's obligation in my case. I've been emailing and/or calling CHW every day since filing my claim last week Friday and all I've received thus far are apologies and promises that they are working hard to find an in-network technician in my area. The last correspondence from CHW yesterday suggested my claim had been elevated and that a manager would be in contact with me some time today. It's now noon (Wednesday) Central Standard Time, and I've yet to receive that phone call. Meanwhile, my family continues to be inconvenienced because we are unable to stay in our home without water. What is worse, however, is that we have no idea when our nightmare will end and whether or not CHW will ever come through for us.

2 years ago

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Henry Kelly The Villages, FL

I had a issue with my HVAC (it wasn't cooling). Called CHW and they had a HVAC company contact me with-in 24 hrs. A/C was fixed with-in 2 days (weather caused some delays).

2 years ago

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Marco Ragheb

Pros: Very responsive Easy to file claim Cons: Need a mobile application for better experience Agents have a limited time to provide services Not working on weekends so it’s horrible in case of emergency

2 years ago Edited October 4, 2023

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Nizarali Ladhani

I paid for five years thinking that they will have the best service and I will save some money but that was my biggest mistake I made. I wish I would have paid for a year and I would have not signed up for the next year. When I had a problem with heating and cooling my air conditioning system, they did not cover anything and I had to pay $4000 plus to get new equipment when many other companies will help out the policy holder and they will at least pay 3 to $4000 and replace it. But in this case I end up paying $4000 plus, almost $5000 for a whole new system and the excuse was that you didn't do service, which was not correct. They said that's your responsibility.

2 years ago Edited October 4, 2023

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