This Plan includes:
- $5,000 maximum benefit amount
- Multiple service calls up to annual benefit
- 30-day wait period with a money-back guarantee
- One-year guarantee on all covered repairs
- Exterior Electrical Line
Exclusions:
- Damage or failure due to disconnection or interruption to the main electrical supply, transformers, repair of wiring connected to or any part of the following: doorbells, smoke detectors, garage door systems, and thermostats and similar type systems, generators, non-utility supplied power and/or lines, appliances, meter pedestals, pool heaters, fixtures or fittings, lines to detached garages, secondary buildings, or any structure other than your home and damage from accidents, negligence or otherwise caused by you, others, wildlife or unusual circumstances. The meter that measures the amount of electricity used is not covered by this plan, but it is covered by City Utilities. Costs on covered repairs may exceed the benefit limit, in which case you pay the difference between the cost and the benefit limit. Additional exclusions apply.
This Plan includes:
- Unlimited annual benefit amount
- Multiple service calls / $10,000 per call
- 30-day wait period with a money-back guarantee
- One-year guarantee on all covered repairs
- Exterior Water Service Line
Exclusions:
- Frozen lines, branch lines, any tanks or appliances, and damage from accidents, negligence or otherwise caused by you, others, wildlife or unusual circumstances. Costs on covered repairs may exceed the benefit limit, in which case you pay the difference between the cost and the benefit limit. Additional exclusions apply.
Frequently asked questions
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Many homeowners believe their utility companies or homeowners insurance is responsible for emergency repairs to the water, sewer, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, but the reality is that in many cases you, the homeowner, are responsible. Most basic homeowners insurance policies and local utility companies or municipalities do not cover repairs to or replacement of the major systems in and around your home.
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Local, licensed and insured technicians perform covered repairs, which are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for one year.
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You may cancel within 30 days of your start date for a full refund; cancellations after the first 30 days will result in a pro rata refund less any claims paid (where applicable). Most basic homeowners insurance policies do not cover repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear of these components. If you find you have similar protection, you can cancel and receive a refund of your service agreement fee, less any claims paid (where applicable).
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HomeServe is the leading provider of home repair solutions nationwide with nearly 20 years’ experience making home ownership easier by keeping home systems running smoothly. We do this through a nationwide network of licensed contractors and a U.S.-based call center available 24/7/365. As an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau and a 4.8 out of 5-star post-job satisfaction scores, HomeServe is the best tool a homeowner can have to protect themselves from costly home repairs. Our repair plans protect you from the expense of an emergency home repair caused by normal wear and tear that is not typically covered by your homeowners insurance, local utility or municipality.
*HomeServe USA Repair Management Corp. (“HomeServe”), with corporate offices located at 45 Glover Avenue, 6th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06850, is an independent company separate from City Utilities of Springfield and offers this optional service plan as an authorized representative of the service contract provider as listed under each specific plan offering. Your choice of whether to purchase this plan will not affect the price, availability or terms of service from City Utilities of Springfield. City Utilities of Springfield and HomeServe entered into a commercial agreement to introduce these plans to City Utilities of Springfield’ customers.