What terms should a handyman include when offering extended warranties?

Q: What terms should a handyman include when offering extended warranties?

Direct answer: Extended warranty terms should clearly define what is covered, how long coverage lasts, and what is excluded. Limit warranties to workmanship you control and document repairs to avoid unrealistic expectations. Practical steps Know the rule: Check your state/city limits for job value and restricted trades. Put it in writing: Use written scope + approvals so disputes don't become stories. Keep proof handy: Store photos, COIs, and key docs per job for fast retrieval. Next step: Add one sentence of scope/limit language to your estimate footer and use it going forward.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Extended warranty terms should clearly define what is covered, how long coverage lasts, and what is excluded. Limit warranties to workmanship you control and document repairs to avoid unrealistic expectations.

Practical steps

Know the rule: Check your state/city limits for job value and restricted trades.
Put it in writing: Use written scope + approvals so disputes don't become stories.
Keep proof handy: Store photos, COIs, and key docs per job for fast retrieval.

Next step: Add one sentence of scope/limit language to your estimate footer and use it going forward.