Contracts we have readAmerican Home Shield4.2Jul 2024 contract · BBB B
Contracts we have readCinch Home Services4.2May 2025 contract · BBB A+
Contracts we have readChoice Home Warranty4.0Dec 2025 contract · BBB B
Contracts we have readOld Republic Home Protection4.0Jan 2025 contract · BBB A+
Contracts we have read2-10 Home Buyers Warranty4.0Jan 2025 contract · BBB A
Contracts we have readHome Warranty of America4.02022 contract · BBB not found
Contracts we have readAFC Home Warranty3.9Gold sample contract · BBB B
Contracts we have readAmerica's Preferred Home Warranty3.7Terms read · BBB A+
Contracts we have readLiberty Home Guard3.1Nov 2025 contract · BBB D+
Contracts we have readSelect Home Warranty3.0Terms read · BBB B-

Home Warranty Reviews and Comparisons

Independent · Evidence-based · Updated October 2026

Compare home warranty companies with real evidence, and get help if a claim is denied.

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Top-rated companies, and why

Ratings from each company’s contract and BBB record, using our published method. Last reviewed: October 2026.

CompanyOur ratingWhat we foundDetails
American Home Shield★★★★☆ 4.2/5$50,000 aggregate limit; BBB B, accreditedRead review →
Cinch Home Services★★★★☆ 4.2/5May 2025 agreement; BBB A+, accreditedRead review →
Old Republic Home Protection★★★★☆ 4.0/5$3,000 to $7,000 per appliance by plan; BBB A+Compare →

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