Welcome
The Residential Service Contract (perhaps better known as home warranty) industry plays a significant role in offering protection against unexpected home system and appliance repairs. With over 500,000 contracts currently in force, residential service contract providers in Texas respond to almost 1 million service requests per year!
HWEA's 410a Guide
Beginning in 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency will no longer allow newly built HVAC equipment to use the refrigerant R-22. In its place, HVAC equipment manufacturers will build equipment that uses the refrigerant 410a, which is a more efficient system. In preparation for this regulatory deadline, manufacturers have begun phasing out equipment that uses R-22 refrigerant.
Residential "Cliff Notes"
A summary of typical residential service contract terms and conditions.
1. Normal Wear and Tear:
Coverage is provided for systems and appliances that become inoperable due to normal wear and tear (other than Surge Protection which, if purchased, includes coverage for damage caused by lightning or power surge).