Home Warranty in Maryland

With a rich history and scenic beauty, Maryland is a great place to own a home. Sometimes, historic homes come with older systems and appliances that can be costly to repair. And with temperatures ranging from freezing to scalding, HVAC systems often work double time in Maryland. Luckily for First American Home Warranty members, a simple service call can keep your household up and running when a covered item breaks.

Many home warranty companies in Maryland have caps for coverage on HVAC systems and appliances, but with First American, there’s no total coverage dollar limit.* Plus, your most critical systems, like plumbing and electrical, as well as major appliances, are covered against breakdowns. Visit our coverage pages to learn more about what a First American home warranty covers.

How a Warranty Can Help in Maryland

Maryland’s hot, humid summers give way to icy cold winters, causing HVAC systems to frequently work overtime to keep homes comfortable. When they unexpectedly break, repairs and replacements can be costly. First American Home Warranty provides a budget-friendly solution for repairing and replacing many essential home appliances and systems. Simply request service, and we’ll assign a prescreened technician to diagnose the issue and either repair or replace the broken item.

Seasonal temperature shifts can be hard on Maryland homes. First American Home Warranty plans can help keep your covered appliances and systems running smoothly. Explore our coverage to see everything First American can help protect.

What Does a Home Warranty Cost in Maryland?

To find the right Maryland home warranty plan that meets your needs and budget, it’s helpful to know what factors influence the cost of a home warranty. At First American, we determine each plan’s cost based on your home, plan type, and any add-on coverage you include:

• Home details: The size and type of your home and where you live.
• Plan type: We have plans for homeowners as well as those buying or selling a home.
• Add-ons: Customize your plan with coverage for pool and spa equipment, roof leak repairs, and more.

Our home warranty plans for Maryland start at $58 per month.

Your home is unique, and your home warranty plan should be too. It’s easy to compare plans and find coverage that fits your needs.

How Maryland Home Warranties Work

When a covered home appliance or system breaks due to normal wear and tear, a First American home warranty covers the repair or replacement.

Contact First American Home Warranty when your covered item breaks down. We’ll send a prescreened professional to diagnose the problem and confirm coverage. If we can't repair the item, we'll replace it.*

How to Request Service

 

1. Oh no! An item covered by your home warranty plan is broken.

 

2. No worries. Sign into your account or call 800.992.3400 to submit a service request.

 

3. Here come the pros. We’ll assign a prescreened technician to diagnose the problem and confirm coverage. If the covered item can’t be fixed, we’ll replace it!*

Maryland Home Warranty FAQs

How much does a home warranty cost in Maryland?

Home warranty costs in Maryland depend on the size and type of home, the plan type, and any add-ons you choose. You'll pay a monthly plan cost plus a service fee each time you file a claim. Our Maryland plans start at $58 per month, and it's easy to compare plans to learn the cost of the coverage that’s right for you.

What's the service fee for a home warranty in Maryland?

You pay a service fee each time you make a new service request in Maryland. Your service fee is listed in your contract, or you can see it when you get a quote.

What does a home warranty cover in Maryland?

You can choose from different plans and options to best suit your Maryland home. Our plans cover the essentials: HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, water heaters, and major kitchen and laundry appliances.

Need more coverage? Add optional protection for pool equipment, extra refrigerators, well pumps, or septic systems. Coverage varies by region, and if you are buying or selling a home.

Does a home warranty cover pre-existing conditions?

No, home warranties don’t cover pre-existing conditions. All systems and appliances must be in working order when coverage begins. Plans for home buyers can cover unknown pre-existing conditions: issues that couldn't be detected through visual inspection or normal use before coverage started.

What's the difference between homeowners insurance and a home warranty?

Homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings from things that might happen, such as fire, storms, vandalism, accidents, and more. Home warranty protects your home’s systems and appliances when they inevitably break due to normal wear and tear. Insurance handles the catastrophic, while a warranty covers the inevitable. Both work together to provide more complete home protection.

Home Warranty Coverage for Buyers and Sellers

Buying or selling a home? Real estate home warranty plans give buyers and sellers enhanced coverage and special pricing. Ask your real estate agent about the benefits of a home warranty when you’re buying or selling a home, or get a quote to compare plans.