Coverages

Kitchen Refrigerator

(Limit up to $2,000)

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Insulation, racks, shelves, animal damage, drawers, tracks, handles, lights, interior thermal shells, noise, food spoilage, refrigerators located outside kitchen area and refrigerant recapture, evaporator cover, reclaim and disposal Free standing freezers, Multi-media centers, Wine chillers

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: UHW will pay up to $2,000 per covered item malfunction for access, diagnosis, and repair of any covered appliance.Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Clothes Washer and Dryer

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Plastic mini-tubs, animal damage, soap dispensers, filter and lint screens, knobs and dials, venting and damage to clothing.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Oven / Range / Cooktop

(Limit up to $2,000)

COVERED

Ignitor, Main Board, Gas Valve, Spark Module, Spark Electrode, Burner Base, Spark Switch, Door Lock.

NOT COVERED

Knobs, racks, dials, rotisserie, door glass, light, animal damage, handles, interior lining, magnetic induction units and meat probe assemblies.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Dishwasher

(Limit up to $2,000)

COVERED

Circulation Pump, Timer, Main Board, Water Valve, Drain Pump, Drain Hose, Touch Panel, Door Latch, Soap Dispenser

NOT COVERED

Racks, animal damage, rollers and baskets, seal housing. 

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Garbage Disposal

COVERED

All parts and components.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Microwave Oven (Built in Only)

(Limit up to $500)

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Rotisserie, removable trays, door glass, lights, handles, animal damage, clocks, shelves, interior lining and meat probe assemblies.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Trash Compactor

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Lock / Key assemblies, knobs and removable buckets.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Units over 10 years of age will receive a cash out value of $250

Plumbing (Including Stoppages)

(Limit up to $1,000)

COVERED

Water, drain, gas, waste or vent line leaks and breaks, Toilets and related mechanisms, Toilet wax ring seals, Angle stops, Risers and gate valves (we use similar finishes and styles when we replacement is necessary), Basket strainers, Expansion tanks, Clearing sink, shower, and toilet stoppages, Clearing mainline drain and sewer stoppages through an accessible cleanout up to 125 feet from an access point, Clearing lateral drain line stoppages up to 125 feet from an access point including accessible cleanout, p-trap, drain or overflow access points.

NOT COVERED

Fixtures, Faucets, Filter, Shower Head, Shower Arm, animal damage, Hose Bibbs, Flow restrictions in fresh water lines, water conditioning equipment, shower enclosure and base pan, septic tank, sewage ejectors, saunas or steam rooms, jets and fire suppression systems. Drain lines, Bathtubs, Sinks, Showers, Shower enclosures and base pans, Toilet lids and seats, Caulking or grouting, Water filtration/purification system, Holding or storage tanks, Access through roof vents, Pressure regulators.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Company is only responsible for providing access for covered plumbing repairs above the ground.

Water heater (Includes tankless)

(Limit up to $600)

COVERED

We cover the repair or replacement of components and parts of water heaters, and circulating pumps that malfunction due to certain causes, such as, normal wear and tear.

NOT COVERED

Holding or storage tanks, natural gas units, solar equipment, animal damage, fuel storage tanks, flues and vents, noise.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for diagnosis, access, repair or replacement of any geothermal or water source heat pump, glycol, heated water, steam or water heater/heating combination unit is limited up to $600.

Electrical

COVERED

Plug, Switches and Fuses, Conduit, Junction Boxes.

NOT COVERED

Circuit Breakers, Sub Panels, Intercom, fixtures, alarms, animal damage, inadequate wiring capacity, sensor, relay, low voltage, timed circuits, phone jacks, wiring which is the property of the phone company, audio / video / computer / intercom / alarm or security cable wiring. Bathroom ceiling fan and exhaust fan, and rewiring of the entire home.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Garage Door Opener

COVERED

Motor, Carriage, Switches, Push arm, Capacitor, Receiver unit, Center rail assembly

NOT COVERED

Garage doors, hinges, springs, remote transmitters, keypads, animal damage, light sockets, door cables, battery backup, balancing the door, and sensors.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Pool/Spa

(Limit up to $1,000)

COVERED

Filters, Valves, Timers, Pumps, Circuit board, Pump motors, Pool sweep motor and pumps, Above ground plumbing and electrical

NOT COVERED

All cleaning equipment, including pop up heads, heating units turbo and actuator valves, pool sweeps, liners, lights, animal damage, structural defects, solar equipment, inaccessible components, humidifier/dehumidifier systems or accessories, jets and respective parts and components, fuel storage tanks, fill valves, electronic, computerized, pneumatic and manual system management and zone controllers, disposable filtration media, chlorinators, ozonators and other water chemistry control equipment and materials, auxiliary, negative edge, waterslide, waterfall, ornamental fountain and their pumping and motor systems or any other pump or motor that does not circulate water from the pool or spa directly into the main filtration system as its primary function, heat pumps salt, pool filters, panel box, remote controls and dials.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for freshwater pool/spa equipment and circuit board is limited up to $1,000.

Central Air Conditioning

(Limit up to $1,500)

COVERED

Refrigeration System – includes heat pump, Thermostats, Refrigerant lines, Liquid and suction line dryers, Fuses, disconnect boxes and wiring, Evaporator coils – including thermostatic expansion valves, Condensing unit, Air handling unit, Refrigerant recharging, Evaporative Cooler, Built-in Electric Wall Units, Mini-split ductless systems

NOT COVERED

Humidifier/dehumidifier systems or accessories, registers, animal damage, grills, filters (including electronic air cleaners), circuit breaker, gas air conditioners, window units, underground or outside piping and components for geothermal or water source heat pumps, cooler pads, roof jacks or stands, electronic, computerized, pneumatic and manual system management and zone controllers and refrigerant recapture, reclaim and disposal.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for diagnosis, access, repair or replacement of Central Air Conditioning and Heating is limited To a maximum of $1,500. (Over 15 years of age replacement of unit is limited to a maximum of a $250 cash out)

Water Heater (Including Tankless)

(Limit up to $600)

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Holding or storage tanks, flues and vents, animal damage, fuel storage tanks and solar equipment, noise.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for diagnosis, access, repair or replacement of any geothermal or water source heat pump, glycol, heated water, steam or water heater/heating combination unit is limited up to $600.

Ceiling Fans

COVERED

All parts, except;

NOT COVERED

Light kits and remote transmitters, animal damage.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive

Salt Water Pool/Spa

(Limit up to $1,000)

COVERED

Filters, Valves, Timers, Pumps, Circuit board, Pump motors, Salt water cell, Pool sweep motor and pumps, Above ground plumbing and electrical.

NOT COVERED

All cleaning equipment, heating units including pop up heads, turbo and actuator valves, pool sweeps, liners, lights, animal damage, structural defects, solar equipment, inaccessible components, humidifier/dehumidifier systems or accessories, jets and respective parts and components, fuel storage tanks, fill valves, electronic, computerized, pneumatic and manual system management and zone controllers, disposable filtration media, chlorinators, ozonators and other water chemistry control equipment and materials, auxiliary, negative edge, waterslide, waterfall, ornamental fountain and their pumping and motor systems or any other pump or motor that does not circulate water from the pool or spa directly into the main filtration system as its primary function, heat pumps, salt, panel box, remote controls and dials.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for salt water pool/spa equipment salt water cell and circuit board is limited up to $1,000.

Heating Unit

(Limit up to $1,500)

COVERED

Forced air (gas, electric, oil), Geothermal, Wall mounted heaters, Floor furnaces, Package units, Heat pumps, Hot water or steam circulating heat, Electric baseboard.

NOT COVERED

Outside or underground piping, well pump, and well pump components for geothermal and/or water source heat pump, animal damage, Fuel storage tanks, Portable units, Fireplace grain, pellet, or wood heating units (even if it’s the only source of heating), Legally mandated diagnostic testing when replacing heating or cooling equipment.

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Note: Coverage for diagnosis, access, repair or replacement of the Heating unit is limited to a maximum of $1,500. (Over 15 years of age replacement of unit is limited to a maximum of a $250 cash out)

Electronics Extended Warranty

COVERED

  • Televisions: LED/LCD. Flat Panel/Plasma
  • Smart Home Products
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • Gaming Systems
  • Desktop Speakers
  • Home Theater Systems
  • Printers
  • Desktops
  • Home Routers
  • Keyboards and Mouse

NO COVERED

  • Mobile Phones
  • Software Failures
  • Accidental Damage

Smoke Detectors

COVERED

We cover both battery-operated and hard-wired smoke detectors.

NOT COVERED

N/A

UHW shows examples of components “not covered” to assist your understanding of this Contract; and examples are not exhaustive.

Instant Hot Water Dispenser

(Limit up to $1,000)

COVERED

All Parts.

Well Pump

COVERED

All components and part of well pump utilized as a source of water to the home, except the items listed here.

NOT COVERED

  • 1. Above or underground piping, cable or electrical lines leading to or from the well pump, including those that are located within the well casing
  • 2. Well casings
  • 3. Pressure switches not located on the pump
  • 4. Holding, storage or pressure tanks
  • 5. Booster pumps
  • 6. Redrilling of wells
  • 7. Well pump and all well pump components for geothermal and/or water source heat pumps.

NOTE: UHW will pay up to $1,000 per contract term for access, diagnosis and repair or replacement. Customer is responsible for payment of any costs in excess of $1,000 Coverage may be limited by general exclusions and limitations in your home warranty contract. For more information, please read the sample contract, including but not limited to, the “Coverage Overview” and “Limitations and Exclusions” sections of the contract.

Septic Pump

COVERED

Mainline stoppages that can be cleared through an existing access or clean out without excavation The septic tank will be pumped once during the contract coverage term if the stoppage is due to septic backup Sewage ejector pump for septic system only

NOT COVERED

  • 1. Broken or collapsed sewer lines outside the foundation
  • 2. Stoppages or roots that prevent the effective use of any externally applied sewer machine cable
  • 3. Cost of finding or gaining access to the septic tank or sewer hook-ups
  • 4. Disposal of waste
  • 5. Chemical treatment of the septic tank and/or sewer lines
  • 6. Tanks
  • 7.Leach lines
  • 8. Cesspool
  • 9. Any mechanical pump or systems

NOTE: UHW will pay up to $1,000 per contract term for access, diagnosis and repair or replacement. Customer is responsible for payment of any costs in excess of $1,000

Coverage may be limited by general exclusions and limitations in your home warranty contract. For more information, please read the sample contract, including but not limited to, the “Coverage Overview” and “Limitations and Exclusions” sections of the contract.