Home Warranty Company Comparisons

They all cover roughly the same things and market themselves similarly. The differences that matter are in the details: HVAC caps, exclusion language, claim denial patterns, and which company performs in your specific market.

Comparisons

105+

head-to-head pairs

Companies

15

major providers

HVAC Cap Range

$1.5k

to no cap

Top Score

9.2

Old Republic

The Factors That Actually Matter

HVAC cap. The single most important number. Old Republic's $6,500/unit vs. Choice's $3,000 means a $3,500+ out-of-pocket gap on a $9,000 replacement - before you even count labor.
Service fee per visit. The per-visit cost you pay when a technician comes out. $75 vs. $125/visit means $100+ difference over two service calls in a year - real money that adds up.
Coverage exclusions. Rust/corrosion coverage, refrigerant, maintenance documentation requirements, and improper prior repair clauses vary significantly between companies and can determine whether a claim is approved or denied.
Claim denial reputation. BBB complaint volume, regulatory action history, and documented denial patterns matter more than marketing claims. A low premium means nothing if claims routinely get denied.
Geographic availability. Old Republic and Landmark are Western/Southwestern only. OneGuard is AZ/TX/NV only. Availability determines which comparisons are even relevant to your situation.

HVAC Cap Quick Reference - All Companies

The single most important number for any comparison. Average AC replacement runs $5,000-$15,000 depending on region.

Company HVAC Cap Our Score
Old Republic $6,500/unit 9.2
AFC Home Club No cap 9.0
Landmark $5,000 8.9
Liberty Home Guard $2,000/unit 8.8
American Home Shield $5,000 (Platinum) 8.5
2-10 HBW $5,000 8.4
Armadillo $3,000/unit 8.3
First American $3,500/unit 8.2
Choice Home Warranty $3,000 7.9
HSA Home Warranty $1,500-$3,000 7.8
HWA $3,000 7.6
Cinch $1,500 combined 7.5
ServicePlus $3,000 7.4

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AFC Home Club vs. Everyone

AFC's no-cap HVAC coverage and bring-your-own-contractor option make it the standout in rural markets and high-cost cities alike.

American Home Shield vs. Everyone

AHS is the largest company by market share. How does scale and brand recognition translate to actual coverage value?

Choice Home Warranty vs. Everyone

Choice is one of the most-purchased and most-complained-about companies. Know what you're getting before signing.

Liberty Home Guard vs. Everyone

Liberty's 4.7 Trustpilot score is the service quality differentiator. See how it compares head-to-head against each major competitor.

Start With What Matters to You

Best HVAC coverage: Old RepublicorAFC Home Club
Best for Western states: Old RepublicorLandmark
Best budget option: AFC Home Club Silveror2-10 HBW Simply
Avoid for HVAC-heavy markets without reading the cap limits carefully: Cinch, HSA, or ServicePlus all cap HVAC at $1,500-$3,000 - well below actual replacement costs in most markets.

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Comparison data verified June 2026. Plan terms, pricing, and caps change - always verify current details directly with each company before purchasing.