Total Repair Pros vs. Other Home Warranty Companies
See how a local repair company outperforms the national brands on price, coverage, and who actually shows up.
Why Get a Home Warranty?
The average American household spends roughly $4,000 to $22,000 a year on home maintenance and repairs.
A single major failure can wipe out a year of budget in one afternoon.
Compare average repair costs
| Repair type | Average cost | With a Total plan |
|---|---|---|
| AC repair | $300 – $600 | $0 |
| Water heater repair | $500 – $1,200 | $0 |
| Refrigerator repair | $200 – $400 | $0 |
| Dishwasher repair | $150 – $300 | $0 |
| Washing machine repair | $150 – $350 | $0 |
| Dryer repair | $100 – $400 | $0 |
| Plumbing repair | $180 – $600 | $0 |
| Toilet repair | $150 – $390 | $0 |
| Electrical outlet repair | $80 – $250 | $0 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $150 – $500 | $0 |
| Disposal repair | $150 – $300 | $0 |
| Oven / range repair | $150 – $600 | $0 |
| Potential annual savings | $2,000 to $6,000+ | from ~$1–2/day |
Covered repairs are handled with a $0 deductible and no per-visit service fee, with unlimited service calls. Plans start from about $1 to $2 a day. That range reflects our standard plans; customized or add-on coverage may vary. See exact tiers on our home warranty plan pricing page. Repair cost ranges are typical South Florida figures and vary by job.
Why Total Is the Better Choice
A quick look at Total against the nation’s top home warranty companies.
Total Repair Pros
CLEAR WINNER- Zero deductible
- Unlimited visits
- Full-time employees
- Four local offices
American Home Shield
NATIONAL CHAIN- Deductibles apply
- Subcontracted work
- Remote call centers
- Limited availability
Cinch Home Services
NATIONAL CHAIN- Deductibles apply
- Subcontracted work
- Remote call centers
- Limited availability
Choice Home Warranty
NATIONAL CHAIN- Deductibles apply
- Subcontracted work
- Remote call centers
- Limited availability
Disclaimer: Competitor pricing and plan details were obtained in September 2025 from publicly available information using a sample ZIP code in our South Florida service area, and can change by location and over time. Total’s coverage is individualized; your exact plan and price are confirmed in writing before you sign. Total does not charge per-visit service, trip, or diagnostic fees.
Total vs. Typical National Coverage
The differences that show up on every service call.
| Feature | Total Repair Pros | Typical national brand |
|---|---|---|
| Service providers | In-house licensed technicians | Subcontractors |
| Trip / service fees | $0 | $75 to $150 per visit |
| Customer communication | Direct and immediate | Through a call center |
| Service consistency | The same local team | A different contractor each time |
| Typical response time | Same day in most cases | Often 3 to 7+ days |
| Local knowledge | Over 55 years in South Florida | Minimal |
Detailed Price Comparison
How each national brand stacks up against Total, plan by plan.
American Home Shield
$24 to $30/mo + $100 to $125 per call
$36 to $42/mo + $100 to $125 per call
$90 to $100/mo + $100 to $125 per call
- Deductibles on every visit
- Subcontracted technicians
- Limited service calls
- Remote call centers
Total Repair ProsWINNER
From about $1 to $2 a day, $0 per service call
All major systems, unlimited visits
- $0 deductible, unlimited service calls
- Full-time employed technicians
- Four local South Florida offices
- Over 55 years serving South Florida
Cinch Home Services
$20 to $32/mo + $100 to $150 per call
$45 to $57/mo + $100 to $150 per call
$68 to $80/mo + $100 to $150 per call
- $100 to $150 per service call
- Subcontracted work
- Third-party network delays
- No local presence
Total Repair ProsWINNER
From about $1 to $2 a day, $0 per service call
All major systems, unlimited visits
- $0 deductible, unlimited service calls
- Full-time employed technicians
- Four local South Florida offices
- Over 55 years serving South Florida
Choice Home Warranty
$51/mo + $100 per call
About $585/year + $100 per call
- $100 service fee every time
- Higher monthly costs
- Subcontracted technicians
- No physical offices
Total Repair ProsWINNER
From about $1 to $2 a day, $0 per service call
All major systems, unlimited visits
- $0 deductible, unlimited service calls
- Full-time employed technicians
- Four local South Florida offices
- Over 55 years serving South Florida
Experience and Range of Trades
Coverage is only as good as the company behind it. Here is how Total’s tenure and in-house trades compare to other providers serving South Florida.
For illustration, commercial HVAC, commercial plumbing, and steel welding and fabrication are counted as separate trades from residential HVAC and residential plumbing. Figures reflect publicly available information and are approximate.
| Company | Years local | In-house trades |
|---|---|---|
| Total Repair Pros | 55+ | 7 |
| Broward Factory Service | 52 | 4 |
| Lindstrom Air & Plumbing | 50 | 2 |
| American Home Shield | 49 | 4 |
| Cinch Home Services | 47 | 4 |
| Art Plumbing, AC & Electric | 42 | 4 |
| ECM (East Coast Mechanical) | 40 | 6 |
| Cool Air USA | 19 | 2 |
| Choice Home Warranty | 17 | 4 |
Why South Florida Homeowners Choose Total
Over 55 years of experience
Serving South Florida since 1970 with trusted, reliable service.
Third-generation family owned
Three generations of dedication to quality home services, not private equity.
Never subcontracted
Our own certified, W-2 licensed technicians handle every job personally.
Never a copay
No deductibles and no surprise service fees on covered repairs.
Unlimited service calls
Call as many times as you need. Your plan covers the visit and the repair.
One provider for the whole home
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair under one contract and one team.
Home Warranty Comparison FAQs
Is Total cheaper than American Home Shield, Cinch, or Choice?
In most cases, yes, once you count the per-visit fees. Total has a $0 deductible and no service fee on covered repairs, from about $1 to $2 a day. The national brands charge a service fee of roughly $75 to $150 every time a technician comes out, on top of the monthly premium, so a couple of repairs a year can erase any difference in monthly price.
What makes Total different from a national home warranty company?
Structure. The national brands are claims-adjudication businesses: you call a center, a subcontractor inspects the problem, and a separate authorization department decides coverage. Total is a repair-first company with its own W-2 licensed technicians, four local offices, no authorization middle-layer, and no per-visit fees. The technician who sees your unit is the one who fixes it.
Do I pay a deductible or service fee with Total?
No. Total charges no deductible and no per-visit service, trip, or diagnostic fee on covered repairs. Your monthly plan covers both the visit and the covered repair.
Is a home warranty worth it in South Florida?
For most homeowners, yes. AC runs most of the year here and coastal conditions wear systems faster, so a single major repair can cost more than a year of coverage. A plan with no deductible and unlimited service calls usually pays for itself the first time something breaks.
Are Total’s technicians employees or subcontractors?
Employees. Every Total technician is a W-2 employee working under Total’s own Florida contractor licenses. Total does not subcontract your repair to an outside vendor.
How much does a Total home warranty cost?
Total plans come with a $0 deductible and unlimited service calls, from about $1 to $2 a day depending on the coverage you choose. You can cover appliances, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical, or customize to just the systems you want. See current options and exact tiers on our home warranty plan pricing page.
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