{"id":324298,"date":"2025-11-14T06:37:18","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T11:37:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=80888"},"modified":"2025-11-14T06:37:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T11:37:18","slug":"american-home-shield-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/insurance\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/","title":{"rendered":"American Home Shield Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"review\" title=\"American Home Shield Review\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews Report:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-blog-list\"><li>Consumer platforms show low-to-mixed satisfaction for AHS (check live averages, star distributions, and complaint volumes on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/americanhomeshield.com\">Trustpilot<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumeraffairs.com\/homeowners\/ahs.html\">ConsumerAffairs<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/american-home-shield-corporation-memphis\">Yelp<\/a>, plus app-store ratings on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/american-home-shield\/id1142167630\">iOS<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.ahs.mobile\">Android<\/a>), while major editorial outlets often rate AHS higher for coverage breadth and plan flexibility (see current overviews from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>). Because these figures change frequently, capture them directly from the source profiles with a \u201cRetrieved Nov 14, 2025\u201d timestamp.<\/li><li>AHS sells three tiers \u2014 ShieldSilver (systems), ShieldGold (systems + appliances), and ShieldPlatinum (most comprehensive) \u2014 with typical trade service fee choices of $100 or $125 and ZIP-based pricing; see plan details at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS plan comparison<\/a> and note all\u2011in price disclosure requirements in some states (e.g., California\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB478\">SB 478<\/a>).<\/li><li>Included benefits and limits matter: limited roof leak repair is included on all tiers (higher caps on Platinum), and per-appliance limits commonly run up to $2,000 (ShieldGold) or $4,000 (ShieldPlatinum), per agreement term; verify caps in your local contract (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\">American Home Shield<\/a> operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C. (not available in Alaska) and, as part of Frontdoor, Inc., serves roughly 2 million warranty customers via a nationwide network of about 17,000 contractors. Availability and scale are corroborated by AHS\u2019s state-availability page, independent\/editorial coverage, and company filings (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/states\/\">AHS states<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sec.gov\/ixviewer\/doc?source=edgar&#038;doc=\/Archives\/edgar\/data\/1727263\/000172726325000011\/ftdr-20241231x10k.htm\">Frontdoor 10-K<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHS\u2019s current lineup \u2014 ShieldSilver, ShieldGold, and ShieldPlatinum \u2014 can be customized with add-ons like electronics protection, pool\/spa, well, septic, and guest unit coverage. Typical quotes range from the mid-$30s to $80+ per month depending on ZIP, plan tier, and whether you choose a $100 or $125 trade service fee. Key limits include per-appliance caps ($2,000 on ShieldGold; $4,000 on ShieldPlatinum) and annual roof-leak repair allowances; details vary by state, so review the local contract (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/add-ons\/\">AHS add-ons<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When rating American Home Shield against other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/insurance\/home-warranty\/best\/\">home warranty companies<\/a>, we consider ZIP-based pricing and service fee options, plan caps and inclusions, complaint and review patterns on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/americanhomeshield.com\">Trustpilot<\/a>, additional sentiment from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumeraffairs.com\/homeowners\/ahs.html\">ConsumerAffairs<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/american-home-shield-corporation-memphis\">Yelp<\/a>, app-store ratings on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/american-home-shield\/id1142167630\">iOS<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.ahs.mobile\">Android<\/a>, and editorial evaluations from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"overview\" title=\"Overview\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<section id=\"block_606ca275049bc\" class=\"block b-stats-overview\">\n    <h2 class=\"b-stats-overview-title\">AHS Home Warranty Overview<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid\">\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                Reviews.com Score\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">\u2014<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                Starting Monthly Price\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">ZIP-based (mid-$30s to $80+\/mo typical)<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                Service Fee\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">$100 or $125<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                States Served\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">49 states<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\"tooltip b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                BBB Rating\n                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">The BBB rates companies based on trustworthiness and performance. The company uses a variety of factors, including how the company handles customer complaints.<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">See BBB profile<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB profile<\/a> displays AHS\u2019s current letter grade, accreditation status, and complaint volumes (last 12 months\/3 years). Because these figures change frequently, consult the live BBB page for up-to-date ratings and counts and record a \u201cRetrieved Nov 14, 2025\u201d timestamp when citing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHS\u2019s three-tier structure emphasizes coverage breadth and clear caps: systems-only ShieldSilver; ShieldGold with appliances (up to $2,000 per covered appliance item per term); and ShieldPlatinum with higher appliance caps (up to $4,000 per item), included HVAC tune-up, and expanded allowances. Limited roof leak repair is included on all tiers, with higher caps on Platinum. Pricing is ZIP-based and paired with $100 or $125 service fees (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"block_606ca315049c2\" class=\"block b-pro-cons\">\n            \n<div class=\"b-pro-cons__wrapper\">\n    <h4 class=\"b-pro-cons__title b-pro-cons__title--important\"> PROS<\/h4>\n    <ul class=\"b-pro-cons__list b-pro-cons__list--pros\">\n                                <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">No pre-sign up inspection:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">AHS takes your home \u201cas is\u201d and contracts generally consider certain undetectable pre-existing conditions eligible, per the local agreement; always confirm in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a>.<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Choose desired service fee:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Typical trade service fee options are $100 or $125; monthly premiums adjust inversely based on your selection (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Customizable plans and add-ons:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Three tiers (ShieldSilver\/Gold\/Platinum) plus optional add-ons like electronics, pool\/spa, well, septic, and guest unit. Roof leak repair is included on all tiers with plan-specific caps (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">plans<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/add-ons\/\">add-ons<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Extensive network of contractors:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Frontdoor reports approximately 17,000 contractors supporting ~2 million warranty customers across brands, enabling broad service reach (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sec.gov\/ixviewer\/doc?source=edgar&#038;doc=\/Archives\/edgar\/data\/1727263\/000172726325000011\/ftdr-20241231x10k.htm\">Frontdoor 10-K<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n    \n            \n<div class=\"b-pro-cons__wrapper\">\n    <h4 class=\"b-pro-cons__title b-pro-cons__title--important\"> CONS<\/h4>\n    <ul class=\"b-pro-cons__list b-pro-cons__list--cons\">\n                                <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Limited guarantee of 30 days:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Workmanship guarantee terms are limited and vary by state\/contract rather than a flat 30 days; verify your agreement for the applicable guarantee window (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Slow to replace old appliances:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Open-platform reviews frequently cite claim denials, delays, or repeat repairs; see current patterns on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/americanhomeshield.com\">Trustpilot<\/a>.<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Not nationwide:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">AHS is available in 49 states; Alaska is excluded (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">No choice of contractor:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">AHS generally assigns a technician from its network; ability to choose your own pro is limited compared with some competitors (see AFC comparison below).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> American Home Shield Warranty Plans <\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca3df049d1\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">ShieldSilver (systems)<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating, air conditioning, ductwork, electrical, plumbing (including stoppages), and water heaters; appliances not included.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited roof leak repair included (annual cap applies; see contract).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZIP-based pricing with $100 or $125 trade service fee options.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">Plan details and limits<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">Sample contract by ZIP<\/a><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca3dc049d0\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">ShieldGold (systems + appliances)<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everything in ShieldSilver plus major appliances: refrigerator, range\/oven\/cooktop, dishwasher, built-in microwave, garbage disposal, washer\/dryer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Per-appliance cap commonly up to $2,000 per covered item, per agreement term.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Source<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited roof leak repair included; caps vary by plan and state.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">Plan comparison<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">Contract specifics<\/a><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca441049d2\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">ShieldPlatinum (most comprehensive)<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all ShieldGold coverage plus higher appliance caps (commonly up to $4,000 per covered appliance), an included HVAC tune-up (where available), and additional allowances for code-required modifications, permits, and haul-away on covered replacements. Limited roof leak repair features the highest cap in the lineup. Verify limits by state in the local agreement.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">|<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes review<\/a><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca455049d3\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Add-on coverage<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electronics protection plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pool and in-ground spas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guest unit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well pump<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Septic system or septic pumping<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/add-ons\/\">See full add-ons list and terms<\/a><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"competition\" title=\"The Competition\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">American Home Shield Home Warranty vs. The Competition&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td>Provider<\/td><td>Reviews.com Score<\/td><td>Price*<\/td><td>Trade Service Fee<\/td><td>Plans<\/td><td>Available Add-ons<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>American Home Shield&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>ZIP-based; mid-$30s to $80+\/mo typical<\/td><td>$100 or $125<\/td><td>ShieldSilver<br>ShieldGold<br>ShieldPlatinum<\/td><td>Electronics<br>Pool\/in-ground spas<br>Guest unit<br>Well\/septic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.landmarkhw.com\">Landmark Home Warranty<\/a><\/td><td>3.5<\/td><td>Varies by ZIP<\/td><td>Varies by plan\/state<\/td><td>Systems Plan<br>&nbsp;Total Plan&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>Kitchen appliance<br>Dishwasher<br>Built-in microwave<br>Guest house<br>Well pump<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/afchomeclub.com\">AFC Home Club<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><td>Varies by ZIP<\/td><td>$75, $100, $125<\/td><td>Systems Plan<br>Silver Plan<br>Gold Plan<br>Premium Plan<\/td><td>Sump pump<br>Septic system<br>Hot water dispenser<br>Pool\/spa<br>Stand alone freezer<br>Tankless water heater<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.choicehomewarranty.com\"><strong>Choice Home Warran<\/strong>ty&nbsp;<\/a><\/td><td>2.4<\/td><td>Varies by ZIP<\/td><td>$85 (typical)<\/td><td>Total Plan<br>Basic Plan<\/td><td>Pool \/ Spa<br>Well Pump<br>Sump Pump<br>Central Vacuum<br>Limited&nbsp;Roof Leak<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Information accurate as of 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Prices vary by ZIP code, plan tier, and selected trade service fee; confirm live quotes on each provider\u2019s site.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">American Home Shield vs. Landmark Home Warranty&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AHS offers three nationally marketed tiers and services customers in 49 states, whereas Landmark operates in a more limited regional footprint (primarily AZ, ID, NV, OR, TX, UT; confirm availability by ZIP on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.landmarkhw.com\">Landmark\u2019s site<\/a>). If you need broader contractor coverage and plan customization, AHS\u2019s scale (about 17,000 contractors supporting ~2 million warranty customers across brands) can be a differentiator (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sec.gov\/ixviewer\/doc?source=edgar&#038;doc=\/Archives\/edgar\/data\/1727263\/000172726325000011\/ftdr-20241231x10k.htm\">Frontdoor 10-K<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca532049d4\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Landmark Home Warranty Total Protection Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in microwave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central vacuum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven\/range\/cooktop<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washer\/dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No fault coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning tuning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system tuning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pest control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Re-key service<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subterranean termite treatment <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca53a049d5\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Landmark Home Warranty Home Systems Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in microwave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central vacuum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No fault coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning tuning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system tuning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pest control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Re-key service<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subterranean termite treatment <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">American Home Shield vs. AFC Home Club<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both brands sell multiple tiers with ZIP-based pricing. AFC serves most states and distinguishes itself by allowing customers to choose their own licensed technician, while AHS generally dispatches a contractor from its network. AFC also advertises longer workmanship guarantee terms on covered repairs, often described as for the life of the plan term; AHS provides a limited workmanship guarantee with terms defined in your local contract (<a href=\"https:\/\/afchomeclub.com\/coverage\/\">AFC coverage<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">AHS sample contract<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca583049d6\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">AFC Home Club Systems Plan <\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning\/cooler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating systems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water heater<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ductwork<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca596049d7\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">AFC Home Club Silver Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clothes washer\/dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Range<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca5ab049d8\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">AFC Home Club Silver Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clothes washer\/dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Range<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca5e5049d9\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">AFC Home Club Gold Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clothes washer\/dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Range<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning\/cooler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water heater<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ductwork<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca5fa049da\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">AFC Home Club Platinum Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clothes dryer\/washer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Range<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice maker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in microwave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning\/cooler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water heater<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing stoppages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ductwork<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">American Home Shield vs. Choice Home Warranty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AHS markets three configurable tiers with included roof-leak repair and clear per-appliance caps. Choice Home Warranty typically offers two tiers and advertises a trade service fee around $85. Regulatory scrutiny in the category has increased; for example, the Arizona Attorney General and the FTC announced enforcement action involving Choice Home Warranty (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.azag.gov\/press-release\/2023\/attorney-general-mayes-ftc-secure-10-million-consumers-against-choice-home-warranty\">AG press release<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/news-events\/news\/press-releases\/2023\/08\/ftc-arizona-attorney-general-take-action-against-choice-home-warranty\">FTC<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca612049db\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Choice Home Warranty Basic Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing stoppage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water heater<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whirlpool bathtub<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven\/range\/stove<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooktop<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in microwave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ductwork<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceiling and exhaust fans<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca628049dc\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Choice Home Warranty Total Plan<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing stoppage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water heater<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whirlpool bathtub<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refrigerator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven\/range\/stove<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooktop<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dishwasher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in microwave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garbage disposal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clothes washer\/dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ductwork<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garage door opener<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceiling and exhaust fans<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"questions\" title=\"FAQs\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> American Home Shield FAQ <\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca66c049dd\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">How much does American Home Shield cost?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quotes are ZIP-based and depend on plan tier, home details, selected add-ons, and your trade service fee choice. Independent reviews commonly find monthly premiums ranging from the mid-$30s to around $80+ across ShieldSilver, ShieldGold, and ShieldPlatinum. AHS typically offers $100 or $125 trade service fees; choosing a higher fee usually lowers the monthly price (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nerdwallet.com\/article\/mortgages\/american-home-shield-home-warranty\">NerdWallet<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca66f049de\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Is American Home Shield a good company?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editorial evaluations (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>) typically rate AHS in the upper-middle tier based on coverage breadth and plan flexibility. Open consumer platforms show low-to-mixed satisfaction and high complaint volumes due to AHS\u2019s scale; see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/americanhomeshield.com\">Trustpilot<\/a> for current figures. AHS is available in 49 states and is supported by a nationwide network of ~17,000 contractors across Frontdoor\u2019s brands (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">availability<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sec.gov\/ixviewer\/doc?source=edgar&#038;doc=\/Archives\/edgar\/data\/1727263\/000172726325000011\/ftdr-20241231x10k.htm\">Frontdoor 10-K<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca672049df\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Does American Home Shield require a home inspection?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AHS generally does not require a pre-purchase home inspection and highlights coverage for certain undetectable pre-existing conditions. Eligibility, definitions, and exclusions are governed by your local agreement, so review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a> for your ZIP.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_606ca676049e1\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Can I cancel an American Home Shield warranty plan at any time?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. AHS allows cancellations; refund eligibility and any fees depend on timing, claims activity, and state-specific contract terms. For precise rules (including the first 30 days), consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a> generated for your ZIP.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"methodology\" title=\"Methodology\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Methodology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We evaluated American Home Shield based on customer experience, customer satisfaction, ZIP-based pricing, trade service fees, plan caps\/inclusions, and market reach to determine Reviews.com scores and create our best home warranty reviews. We incorporate live and editorial sources to balance feature breadth with real-world service execution, time-stamp third-party ratings on the day of retrieval, and account for platform-bias differences and evolving disclosure rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pricing and Fees: We review ZIP-based quotes and available trade service fee options ($100 or $125) and assess value across ShieldSilver, ShieldGold, and ShieldPlatinum tiers (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">AHS compare<\/a>), and we consider all-in price disclosure requirements in jurisdictions with \u201cjunk fee\u201d bans (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB478\">California SB 478<\/a>).<\/li><li>Coverage and Limits: We analyze per-item caps, roof leak repair allowances, tune-up benefits, and add-on availability using plan pages and local contracts (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/compare\/\">plans<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a>).<\/li><li>Customer Satisfaction: We consider editorial evaluations (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/home-warranty\/american-home-shield-review\/\">Forbes<\/a>) alongside open-platform consumer feedback and complaint data from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/tn\/memphis\/profile\/home-warranty-plans\/american-home-shield-0543-13000623\">BBB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/americanhomeshield.com\">Trustpilot<\/a>, plus supplemental perspective from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumeraffairs.com\/homeowners\/ahs.html\">ConsumerAffairs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/american-home-shield-corporation-memphis\">Yelp<\/a>, and app-store ratings on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/american-home-shield\/id1142167630\">iOS<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.ahs.mobile\">Android<\/a>. We record rating averages\/counts and complaint metrics with a \u201cRetrieved [date\/time]\u201d note for recency.<\/li><li>Market Reach and Capacity: We factor in service footprint (49 states and D.C.) and network scale (~17,000 contractors across Frontdoor brands, serving ~2 million warranty customers) as indicators of practical availability (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/360-reviews\/home-warranties\/american-home-shield\">U.S. News<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sec.gov\/ixviewer\/doc?source=edgar&#038;doc=\/Archives\/edgar\/data\/1727263\/000172726325000011\/ftdr-20241231x10k.htm\">Frontdoor 10-K<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/states\/\">AHS states<\/a>).<\/li><li>Policy Transparency: We examine contract disclosures on exclusions, access limits, workmanship guarantee windows, and cancellation terms to contextualize likely out-of-pocket costs (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahs.com\/home-warranty\/sample-contract\/\">sample contract<\/a>), and we monitor disclosure standards such as the FTC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/legal-library\/browse\/rules\/rule-concerning-recurring-subscriptions-and-other-negative-option-plans\">negative-option rule<\/a> and California\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB478\">SB 478<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviews Report: Consumer platforms show low-to-mixed satisfaction for AHS (check live averages, star distributions, and complaint volumes on the BBB, Trustpilot, ConsumerAffairs, and Yelp, plus app-store ratings on iOS and Android), while major editorial outlets often rate AHS higher for coverage breadth and plan flexibility (see current overviews from U.S. News and Forbes). 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