Wholesalers sponsor great debate on results of extended warranties

A majority of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment (hvac) manufacturers appeared to disapprove of extended warranties programs for hvac equipment following a debate on the subject featured at the Northamerican Heating, Refrigeration and Airconditioning Wholesalers Assoc. meeting in Orlando, FL. Proponents claimed extended warranties fend off competition from utilities and private consumer demanded services. Opponents denounced warranties as unnecessary expenses and opportunities for customers to seek free services.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Extended warranties for hvac equipment and parts are either: A curse on the industry, stealing service-work profits from contractors, robbing wholesalers of profits on in-warranty parts, and [...]