FAQs
Below are some of the most common questions asked. If you’re not finding the answer you’re looking for, feel free to contact a representative at 608-831-0285 or 877-225-5847.
Not only does the seller have risk-free coverage for the term of the listing period, a home warranty is also a great marketing tool. Our warranty adds an attractive advantage to the property and statistics have shown that homes with a warranty sell faster and closer to the original asking price than homes without a warranty. Perhaps the better question would be, why shouldn’t I put a home warranty on a house I’m listing? Benefits include:
- Free seller coverage during the listing period.
- The warranty is not paid for unless your home closes, even if claims are filed.
- Coverage transfers to the buyer for one year from the closing date, which means you are providing your buyers peace of mind in the event a major mechanical malfunction occurs.
A For Sale By Owner can purchase a warranty for a buyer. If the home is not marketed on MLS or with a real estate professional, we are not able to provide a seller home warranty.
You can simply fill out the online application or contact Universal Home Protection within ten (10) days of the closing to initiate the buyer home warranty. If the warranty is applied for prior to closing, the appropriate fees can be deducted from the closing costs.
Single Family Homes
Basic Home Warranty $625
- Basic Seller Home Warranty
- Basic Buyer Home Warranty
- Basic Homeowner Direct Warranty
Elite Home Warrant $725
- Elite Seller Home Warranty
- Elite Buyer Home Warranty
- Elite Homeowner Direct Warranty
Ultimate Home Warranty $825
- Ultimate Seller Home Warranty
- Ultimate Buyer Home Warranty
New Construction Warranty $925
- Elite Home Warranty Only
Multiple Family/Unit Homes
- Duplex Basic Plan – $ 1100
- Duplex Elite Plan – $ 1300
- Duplex Ultimate Plan – $1500
- Three-Unit Basic Plan – $1575
- Three-Unit Elite Plan – $1875
- Three-Unit Ultimate Plan – $2175
- Four-Unit Basic Plan – $2050
- Four-Unit Elite Plan – $2450
- Four-Unit Ultimate Plan – $2850
For Multiple Family Homes larger than 4 units, please contact Universal Home Protection.
Your home warranty covers mechanical malfunctions on items listed as covered under your specific plan during the term of the contract as a result of normal wear and tear. If your furnace stops heating, don’t panic. Give us a call!
Read about our full list of Covered Benefits
Seller Warranty – Effective during the listing period (Terms may apply)
Buyer Warranty – Effective for 13 months as of the closing date
Homeowner Direct Warranty – Effective 30 days after receipt of application and payment in full and remains in effect for 13 months
New Construction Warranty – Effective on the one (1) year anniversary of the date of closing and remains in effect for three (3) years
Most warranties are renewable and UHP may, at it’s option and if permitted by state law, renew the contract. The homeowner will be notified by post card that their plan is about to expire. Renewal payment must be received by UHP prior to the expiration date of the current contract.
The warranty plan expiration date is provided in the confirmation letter that was sent to the policy holder when the warranty went into effect. The expiration date is also listed on the renewal notice.
Yes. They MUST File a Claim online or contact UHP at either 608-831-0285 or 1-877-225-5847 to file a claim when they have a malfunction. Any work performed without UHP’s prior consent may not be covered.
Filing a claim has never been easier. They can simply File a Claim and submit their request to us online anytime, anywhere. They may also contact us at either 608-831-0285 or 1-877-225-5847 to file a claim. UHP’s normal business hours are M-F, 8 am to 5 pm CST. If they have an emergency situation after normal business hours or on weekends, they can call either number listed above and leave their request for service on UHP’s service line. The voicemail system will direct them how to do this, or they can file an emergency claim online. If an emergency situation exists, they will be contacted by a UHP representative or a UHP approved service contractor. Please note: claims filed online will be addressed during normal business hours unless they check the box indicating it is an emergency after hours request for service.
No. There are no claim forms needed. They can simply File a Claim online or contact us by phone.
Once UHP is contacted and service is requested, a claim has been filed. After we’ve been contacted, we will refer the service request to one of the many highly qualified service firms under contract in your community. In turn the homeowner will have the option to have their equipment repaired if the malfunction is repairable or they can choose to take a repair credit reimbursement. If the covered malfunction is not repairable, a replacement credit will be established.
Yes. The service provider will diagnose the issue and contact UHP with a proposal for the repairs. If the homeowner does not want their equipment/appliance repaired, they can choose to replace their equipment/ appliance and UHP will give them a repair credit reimbursement based upon the cost of the repair provided by the service contractor. When the homeowner elects to receive a repair credit reimbursement, the delivery, installation, and associated fees related to the new appliance or component will be the responsibility of the homeowner.
A repair credit is the proposed cost of a repair less the deductible that can be applied as a credit amount or reimbursement toward the purchase of new equipment/appliance. If a homeowner doesn’t want their equipment/appliance repaired, they always have the option to use a repair credit. When the homeowner elects to receive a repair credit reimbursement, the delivery, installation, and associated fees related to the new appliance or component will be the responsibility of the homeowner.
A replacement credit is based on the proposed cost of the replacement equipment/appliance through an approved contractor when a malfunction is not repairable or when the repair cost exceeds the cost of the replacement. The replacement credit includes the cost of delivery, installation and associated fees related to the new equipment/appliance (Terms may apply). If the homeowner elects to purchase new equipment or an appliance that exceeds the replacement credit, the homeowner will be responsible for the difference.
Once a credit amount is established, the homeowner or future buyer will be able to choose what equipment/appliance they want to purchase. (Terms may apply)
The homeowner is responsible for a deductible charge on each component or appliance malfunction referred to a UHP approved contactor/service technician. Additional charges, including tax, may apply. (Deductible rates may vary, please refer to the actual terms and conditions of the specific plan.)
The payment of the deductible charge is due when the service is performed and shall be paid by the homeowner to the authorized UHP contractor upon presentation of the bill to the homeowner.
No. A home inspection is not required to apply for a UHP home warranty plan. However, keep in mind that pre-existing conditions are not covered by the home warranty plan, so having the mechanical systems checked by a professional may be beneficial to your client.
No. UHP has no age limitations on the covered mechanical systems in your home. The mechanical systems and appliances, however, must be correctly installed and in proper working condition at the time of the effective date of the home warranty.
Currently, UHP offers home warranty coverage to properties located in Wisconsin and Illinois.
UHP cannot replace a non-malfunctioning component/appliance. While it may be recommended the circuit panel be replaced due it being a potential fire hazard, upgrading or improvement of systems is the responsibility of the homeowner. http://www.ismypanelsafe.com/fpe.aspx
Contracts effective on or after May 15, 2015 do not cover items found to be defective by the product manufacturer or by the Consumer Product Safety Commission for which any recalls or warnings are or have been issued. Repairs or replacements deemed necessary as a result of any manufacturing defect including improper design, use of improper materials, or any other manufacturing defects are not covered by this contract.
The remaining balance of a buyer warranty is transferable upon written request and approval per Universal Home Protection.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) evaluates and manages the country’s use of various forms of energy. One of their main goals is to focus on initiating regulations to create air conditioners and heating systems that operate using less energy. Gradually, the DOE raises the requirements for SEER ratings. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. On January 22, 2006, the minimum standard for air conditioners was raised from 10 SEER to 13 SEER. The 13 SEER Minimum requirements affect everyone: consumers, HVAC dealers, and manufacturers of air conditioners and heat pumps. The 13 SEER minimum efficiency law is unavoidable.
If your air conditioning system malfunctions and requires replacement, once the replacement is approved by UHP, UHP will replace it in accordance with the current laws regarding 13 SEER systems and will also participate in the cost of that replacement up to the aggregate maximum amount stated in the contract.
We can’t cover everything. Coverage is specifically for the mechanical, plumbing and electrical components in the home. Additionally, there are maximum coverage amounts for each covered item or system that are listed within the notes section of the covered item or system of the Terms & Conditions. Nonetheless, you can rest assured you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck!
