Should I Buy an Appliance Warranty?

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Should I Buy an Appliance Warranty?

Many retailers sell extended warranties for large and small appliances. Are they worth it? Share your tips and experiences on extended warranty policies here.

Note: This section is not intended for reviews of specific appliances or merchants. To review a specific product, please visit the Small Appliances or Large Appliances section.

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by luistm24

Jul 14 '06

Appliances and warranties worth it or not
Depending on what the company has to offer and what you are buying I'll get them 75% of the time... read full review

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by emtpnurse

Mar 23 '05

American Home Shield seems like a good idea...
I like the concept of the home warranty. It would be nice to think that unexpected problems will be covered, but definitely DON'T buy one from American Home Shield. ... read full review

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by sweetsue_98

Dec 02 '02

So What If They Say Your Appliance Is Only Warranted For One Year!
Don't waste your money on these warranties. If you have problems, call the company!... read full review

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by samdavidowicz

Jan 11 '02

It's better to have and not need then to need and not have.
In many cases, Warranties are indeed worth it. ... read full review

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by JGillespie

Jul 19 '01

Service Contracts, Profit Margins, Tipping your Waiter: Inside Extended Warranties
Always consider labor charges; if labor would be expensive on a unit buy it. Also consider buying based on the quality of the service you receive from the salesperson.... read full review

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by evans123

May 27 '01

"I Didn't Buy A Warranty and the Company Tried to Screw Me"
Companies are more willing to give you good service if you have spent your money on their warranties.... read full review

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by mrlarry

Apr 16 '01

Not Unless You Have Money to Burn
Only buy an extended warranty if you enjoy feeding the coffers of the chain store or insurance company offering the warranty.... read full review

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by nlee31

Apr 16 '01

Waste of Money???
Scam?... read full review

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by synergi

Mar 24 '01

The Real Facts on Service Contracts
Yes. One service call can cost what a two year contract would cost.... read full review

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by sweetsue_98

Mar 10 '01

No! The Inside Story On Appliance Warranties!
Save your money! The odds are in your favor big time.... read full review

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by qtkissiebear

Jan 06 '01

Think about it
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by LyonGranny

Dec 22 '00

One Appliance Warranty or many?
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by lscercy

Dec 19 '00

The Little Secert
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by MsHooterville

Dec 13 '00

Buy The Extended Warranty? Depends on the Price
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by merey

Nov 12 '00

In short...YES!
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