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Extended warranties: what you need to know before you buy

What extended warranties are and how you can decide whether you need to buy one.

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Extended warranties are a way of getting extra protection for a new product in addition to the standard warranty. However you don’t need to buy one – for example, you might already be covered by your home insurance. Our guide explains what you need to know if you are considering buying an extended warranty.

Published 5 November 2019
Last updated 26 March 2021 + show all updates
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