Buying a new home is an expensive and stressful process and often in those first few months after you move in, money is really tight, especially after moving expenses, legal fees, decor items, etc. This is also the time when the unexpected usually happens. You move in thinking everything is working fine, only to have the furnace conk out a month later. A certified home inspector from LBR will mitigate your risk by doing a thorough visual inspection of your home and, as a courtesy, will inspect any fixed appliances and those included in the offer, such as fridges and stoves. Even with all these precautions, it’s still possible to have the unexpected happen—and that’s where the 90-day warranty comes in. A 90-day warranty purchased in conjunction with an LBR home inspection will provide you with complete peace of mind knowing that you will not be faced with unexpected repairs on closing.
The 90-day warranty comes with an LBR home inspection for a small additional charge. It’s valid for 90 days from the date of inspection (or 60 days after possession—whichever is longer), so you’re protected from the unexpected.
It covers so much too – all the parts and labor to repair any items in good working order when inspected. There’s no deductible and it may work in conjunction with an existing warranty as well.
Best of all is the peace of mind knowing that you are protected from those unexpected surprises that always seem to happen at the worst possible time. What a relief to have LBR on your team through your home buying experience and the protection and peace of mind brought by the 90-day warranty. All of this for $495 including taxes.
MECHANICAL COVERAGE SUMMARY:
Plumbing: Water lines, faucets, water heaters, drain lines, gas lines. Electrical: Main service panel, secondary service panel, and wiring. Appliances: Kitchen Appliances including and limited to oven, range, dishwasher, built-in microwave, trash compactor, and garbage disposal. Heating/Air (HVAC): Furnace, Air Conditioner, and Thermostats.
STRUCTURAL COVERAGE SUMMARY:
Poured Concrete & Block wall foundations. Floor joists, bottom & top plates, and wall members. Roof leak repair (does not include replacement of bad shingles), load bearing walls, attached garage doors.
COVERAGE TERMS:
This service contract covers only those items specifically listed and excludes all others. This contract covers parts and labor only and does not cover consequential or secondary damages. This contract only covers those items that were confirmed to be in good working order at time of inspection and excludes all others, regardless of their condition at the time of inspection or if they were repaired. This contract does not cover water damage, cosmetic repairs, or items that are inaccessible without the removal of drywall, concrete, or any other permanently installed covering. This is not a maintenance contract. In order for an item to be covered, it must be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s standards or be maintained within reasonable standards where no such standards exist. This contract excludes all appliances, climate control systems, and fixtures over 10 years old. This contract does not cover plumbing stoppages, regardless of reason. This contract does not cover well or septic systems or any related components. LBR Real Estate is not responsible for upgrading failed systems to meet current codes or local ordinances. This contract does not cover chimneys, fireplaces, or brick failures of any kind. This contract does not cover cracking or scaling concrete. Roof repair is for leaks only, to rolled, composition, or asphalt shingle roof only, and is limited to the repair of the leak only. This contract does not cover pest damage, including that caused by any and all wood destroying insects and pests. All mechanical coverage is limited to those items within the home’s foundation and limited to an aggregate maximum of $1,000. All structural coverage is limited to issues within the home’s foundations and is limited to an aggregate maximum of $2,000. LBR Real Estate is not an insurer. Any damage caused by any peril is not covered by this contract, which includes but is not limited to; war, riot, civil commotion, earthquake, hurricane, any and all acts of god, or any other outside cause or neglect. All claims on this policy shall be made by the buyer of record only after they have taken possession of the home. This warranty and all related disputes shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of Winnipeg Manitoba Canada without reference to, and regardless of, any applicable choice or conflicts of laws principles. All claims must be received within 90 days of the inspection or within 60 days of closing, whichever comes later. The coverage under this policy shall come after any and all other warranties in place.
VALIDATING YOUR HOME WARRANTY:
It is important that we have your information prior to any claims being made. Please be sure to validate you home warranty within 15 days of your inspection with your name, the address of the property, and your inspector’s name.
CLAIMS PROCEDURES:
Written Notification of claim must be received by LBR Real Estate prior to the expiration of the policy (which is defined as noon, the 91st day after the inspection is completed). The following information must be contained in the claim: Your Name, Your Inspector’s Name, Your Full Address, A Phone Number Where You Can Be Reached, A Brief Description of the Claim, Make, Model & Serial # for All Appliances. An itemized repair estimate must be submitted for every approved claim, including the breakdown of parts & labor, as well as a specific cause for the failure in writing from a licensed or properly certified repair person. LBR Real Estate reserves the right to request up to two (2) additional estimates. The estimate must include contact information for the repair person. A copy of your home inspection must be submitted with the repair estimate, or at least those pages pertaining to the affected items. Claims will be processed after we are in receipt of items 1, 2, & 3. You will be contacted by an LBR Real Estate representative within 72 hours of all items being submitted.