Home warranty plans for your appliances
Water heater warranty and protection plans
When the water heater stops working, it affects every shower, load of laundry and dishwasher cycle in the house. A home warranty from Cinch Home Services helps cover eligible water heater repairs due to normal wear and tear, for standard tank and tankless models. Subject to plan terms and conditions, including a $1,000 per-unit maximum per term.
- Helps cover water heaters and other major systems in the home when they fail due to normal wear and tear
- Parts and labor included
- Submit a claim online 24/7
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Home warranty vs. water heater warranty
Manufacturer warranties usually cover defects in a new water heater for a limited time, often 6 to 12 years on the tank and select parts. Labor is typically covered for a much shorter period, if at all, so installation and repair costs may fall on you. Extended warranties can lengthen that protection, but what they cover, from labor to normal wear and tear, varies by plan.
A home warranty offers broader protection. Instead of covering just your water heater, it can include other systems and appliances, like your plumbing, electrical and heating, under one plan. When a covered item breaks down from normal wear and tear, you submit a claim and pay a deductible. Subject to plan terms and conditions.
Why getting a home warranty for your water heater is smart
Water heaters rely on heating elements, thermostats, valves and burners that wear with regular use, and repairs can add up quickly. A home warranty helps reduce surprise expenses by covering eligible repairs due to normal wear and tear.
Instead of purchasing a standalone water heater warranty, you can help protect multiple systems and appliances at once. Cinch Home Services plans include water heaters along with heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing systems, plus refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, washers and dryers. You get access to pre-screened service providers and coverage for parts and labor on covered repairs. Subject to plan terms and conditions.
Covers all models — ongoing protection even after the manufacturer warranty ends
Even if your water heater is older or no longer covered by the manufacturer, a home warranty may still provide protection. Cinch Home Services plans help cover items regardless of age, make or model, and include coverage for unknown pre-existing conditions, whether your water heater is gas or electric. Subject to plan terms and conditions.
How home warranty coverage works for water heaters
Home warranties can help cover the cost to repair or replace a water heater, plus other home systems and appliances.
1. You can request service anytime
When a covered water heater breaks, just submit a claim online or by phone 24/7.
2. We then dispatch a vetted pro
Next, an experienced and licensed technician diagnoses the issue and fixes the covered repair.
3. Finally, we help pay the bill
The covered repair is backed by a 180-day workmanship guarantee.
Why a comprehensive home warranty is usually the better deal
Why a comprehensive home warranty is the better value
- Our reliable 180-day Workmanship Guarantee
- Great savings on repairs and replacements
- Dependable coverage regardless of the items age
- A reliable nationwide network of service providers
- Simplicity and ease: just one plan for multiple appliances and systems
How Cinch can help protect your water heater and other appliances
180-day Workmanship Guarantee
Vetted nationwide service provider network
Simple claims process
Plans covering appliances & systems
Read how our happiest customers protect their appliances and systems
I am very happy with Cinch. Submitting a claim with Cinch was straightforward; they sent someone out quickly. The service was much faster compared to other home warranties I've previously used. Their quick and efficient service stands out. My granddaughter submitted the claim online, and they called me soon after to set up an appointment. The tech arrived the next day, which was very convenient.
I haven't had many claims, but the one experience I had was handled swiftly and met my expectations. I rate my experience with Cinch as fabulous. Their customer service is excellent, as are the services they provide.
Cinch takes care of the customer when there's a problem. The person they decide to use follows up and texts you every step. They have good customer service and always present themselves well. Whenever you have a question, they're always there to answer it. Recently, my water heater was leaking. It couldn't be fixed so it had to be replaced. If I know somebody's looking for a home warranty, I always tell them about Cinch Home Services. They're wonderful. You don't have to go out there and look for anyone to fix anything for you ‘cause they got your back.
My experience when submitting a claim was very seamless and effortless. The tech who came knew what the issue was with the heater immediately and he ordered the fan motor. They had it the next morning and he came and put it in the next morning. It was during the winter when I didn't have heat because of it and they were really fast and on the ball.