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Know About the Whirlpool Appliance Warranty

January 10, 2022

In the United States, Whirlpool appliances are very common things in most households.

This company has been maintaining a very good reputation for producing quality appliances like dishwashers, refrigerators, washers, dryers, etc. The truth is that even the best-manufactured appliances can also break down due to regular wear and tear with time.

Now, in this article, we aim to give you some ideas about what to do if any of your Whirlpool appliances give you trouble-

Whirlpool appliance warranty:

Every appliance manufactured by Whirlpool comes with a company warranty. The nature of coverage varies from product to product. Usually, Whirlpool provides consumers with one year of coverage. Some specific parts of an appliance may have more than one year of coverage. For example, this company provides consumers with one year of coverage for their washing machine but some of its components may have two, three, or five years of warranty.

When it comes to knowing the specific coverage of any of your Whirlpool appliances, it is always a good idea to register the product on the company’s website.

Whirlpool appliance coverage ensures that if any of their items malfunction due to manufacturing defects, the company will take responsibility and cover the cost of labor and faulty parts. Furthermore, the company also takes the responsibility of sending the professional repairing executive to your doorstep.

There are also several limitations to Whirlpool appliance protection coverage-

  • Damage caused by accident, misuse, fire, poor maintenance, and other disasters
  • Exterior damage or discoloration
  • The appliance used in a non-residential area or for commercial purpose
  • Consumable products like batteries, light bulbs, and filters
  • Damage caused by an unauthorized repairing professional
  • An appliance that not has been altered or modified

Whirlpool Extended Warranty:

If you are planning to continue the company coverage beyond one year, you have an option to buy the extended warranty from Whirlpool.

There are several extended service plants and these plans usually provide coverage for additional three years. Here are some of their popular plans-

  • Certified Whirlpool parts and component
  • Certified Whirlpool technicians
  • Cost-efficient payment plans
  • Discount on plans that cover multiple appliances
  • Plan for transferring coverage to another user

The price depends on the plan and how many appliances are covered.

Appliance repairing cost:

Do an ideal scenario you are not supposed to pay from your pocket if any of your Whirlpool appliances fail. But, what if the company doesn’t provide coverage?

The fact is Whirlpool appliance repairing is a costly affair. Replacing a broken refrigerator can cost more than $800. A crucial component Whirlpool washing machine, clothes dryer, or dishwasher can cost you more than $400.

So, what to do to protect your Whirlpool appliances?

Fortunately, there is a smart way to protect your Whirlpool appliances even after expiring the manufacturer’s warranty. You can purchase ServicePlus Home Warranty for critical home appliances like washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers, and many others. ServicePlus Home Warranty covers almost all the important home appliances at a very reasonable price.

If any of your covered items break down or stop working due to regular wear and tear, all you have to do is file a claim to the company and they will promptly send out a professional service repairing person to your home to fix the appliance or replace it. ServicePlus Home Warranty covers the cost of repairing or replacement and you will have to pay a very small service fee called the deductible.