Check to see exactly what parts or services the contract covers, whether you will have to pay a deductible, where you must take the product to get service, and whether the service contract duplicates coverage already provided by the manufacturer's warranty. As with any major purchase, you should visit two or more appliance dealers to become familiar with the choices and to compare prices. Be sure to ask about additional charges for delivery and installation, and don't be pushed into an extended warranty. Sources Federal Trade Commission. Federal Trade Commission.
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