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Consumer Reports warns that home warranties may exclude coverage for specific components or issues, leading to denied claims. The article highlights that poor maintenance, preexisting problems, and scams can undermine these plans, advising homeowners to verify existing protections and consider self-insurance alternatives.

Home warranties may not cover as much as expected, with exclusions leading to denied claims. Consumer Reports advises checking existing protections and scrutinizing coverage details before purchasing. Scams involving fake warranty expiration notices are also warned against.