Is a “FREE” warranty worth the extra cost of a Home Inspection? Read the fine print: A 90 Day warranty begins on the day of the inspection, meaning by the time you take possession a full month or more may have already passed. Claims can only be made AFTER possession and WILL NOT be accepted after the 91st day whether it occurred within the warranty period or not. It does not cover appliances or fixtures that are covered by a manufacturer warranty or older than 10 years. A 5 Year Roof Leak warranty only covers the leak, not damage caused by the leak. And that is only after you pay a $500 deductible PER LEAK. You cannot use a contractor of your choice and it doesn’t include replacement shingles. Also, check the reputation of the warranty company on Google. Multiple 1 and 2 star reviews should be a huge red flag. Some Google reviewers reported that claims have taken up to 6 months to resolve if they were even resolved at all.