How a Home Warranty Can Help You Save Time & Money as a Homeowner

Hey, it’s Kristina!

Owning a home is one of the best ways to build wealth—but let’s be honest, it also comes with unexpected repairs, maintenance, and a whole lot of “Google how to fix this” moments.

If you’ve ever had a toilet stop flushing, an A/C unit go out in the middle of summer, or lights flicker at the worst possible time—you know exactly what I mean.

💡 Enter: The Home Warranty.

A home warranty can help you save time, reduce stress, and avoid surprise repair costs—whether it’s for your primary home or even an investment property.

Let’s talk about how it works and why it might be one of the smartest homeowner moves you can make.

And if you are a first time buyer ready to make their first real estate move, check out our course Home School. Our course shows you how to turn your first home into an investment that builds wealth for your future!

What is a Home Warranty?

A home warranty is a policy that helps cover the cost of repairing or replacing major home systems and appliances.

How is it different from homeowners insurance?
✔️ Homeowners insurance covers damage from major events (fire, floods, storms).
✔️ A home warranty covers normal wear and tear—things like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues.

💡 If you own a new construction home, you may already have a one-year home warranty included. But if you own an older home (or just want extra peace of mind), you can purchase one anytime after closing.

Why I Got a Home Warranty (And How It’s Saved Me)

I bought my 885-square-foot homestead, and while I LOVED my space, I spent a lot of time worrying about potential home issues—especially things I had no idea how to fix.

🔧 Sure, I can use a drill to swap out cabinet hardware or hang art.
🚽 But when my toilet stopped flushing properly? Let’s just say YouTube wasn’t enough.

So I did some research, got recommendations, and ended up with a home warranty from Super.

Here’s what I got for about $600/year:

✔️ Easy service requests – Submit claims online or via their app.
✔️ Pre-vetted service techs – No spending hours on Google reading reviews.
✔️ Flat-rate service fee ($75) – No surprise labor costs.
✔️ Flexible plans – I chose my coverage based on my home’s inspection report.

How My Home Warranty Saved Me on Repairs

The first time I used my home warranty was for an electrical issue in my bathroom.

💡 The Problem:
✔️ My vanity lights worked fine during the inspection—but after move-in, they started flickering like a nightclub.
✔️ At first, I ignored it… until it started happening mid-shower. (Not fun.)

🔧 How My Home Warranty Helped:
✔️ Submitted a claim online – Took less than 5 minutes.
✔️ Got an appointment within a week – No calling around for quotes.
✔️ Pre-vetted electrician arrived on time – Fixed everything in under an hour.
✔️ Paid my $75 flat fee online – No surprise costs.

Since then, I’ve used my home warranty to:
✔️ Prep my A/C for winter
✔️ Get my gutters cleaned
✔️ Handle random small fixes—without wasting hours on DIY tutorials.

Who Should Consider a Home Warranty?

A home warranty isn’t required, but it can be a game-changer if:

🏡 You’re a first-time homeowner and want extra protection.
🔧 You’re not super handy and prefer to call in the pros.
💰 You want predictable home expenses instead of surprise repair costs.
🏠 You own a rental property and need an easy way to manage repairs.

Final Thoughts: Is a Home Warranty Worth It?

For me, 100% yes.

Instead of worrying about home repairs, Googling fixes, or overpaying for service calls, I just submit a request and let my home warranty handle it.

🏡 Peace of mind? Worth every penny.
💰 Flat-rate service calls? No budgeting surprises.
⏳ Time saved? Priceless.

If you’re considering a home warranty, check out Super—I’ve had a great experience, and they offer flexible plans tailored to different home needs.

What’s Next?

📞 Thinking about buying a home? Send me a message, and let’s talk strategy!

Let’s Connect!

💬 Got a question? DM me on Instagram—I love talking real estate!

Final Thought

Owning a home comes with unexpected challenges—but a home warranty can make those moments way easier to handle.

And before you even get to homeownership, our online course Home School helps you feel confident in the entire buying process. This step-by-step course has helped first-time buyers and new investors go from feeling overwhelmed to making smart, strategic decisions.

With Homeschool, you’ll get:
🔶 A clear roadmap for buying your first home or investment property
🔶 Video lessons & step-by-step guides on financing, negotiations, and creative investing strategies
🔶 Downloadable tools & resources to help you analyze deals and make informed decisions
🔶 Access to the Home School Chat, where you can connect with others, ask questions, and share progress

If you’re ready to take the stress out of buying a home and make real estate work for you, Home School is here to help!

You got this.