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Goodman warranty for heating & cooling

40/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 4 of 25 brands
The short version

Goodman doesn't cover everything, but keeps compressor and parts covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 25 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. Some of this coverage only applies if you register the product.

From Goodman's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
  • Partial coverageCompressorOnly if you registerLifetime
  • Partial coveragePartsOnly if you register10 years
  • Partial coverageUnit replacementOnly if you register10 years
Good to know before you buy
  • Register online within 60 days of installation or the longer coverage may not apply (not required in California).
  • Claims go through your installing Goodman dealer.
  • Coverage varies by model; check your unit's warranty certificate.

How other brands compare for heating & cooling

  • 1. Daikin60/100 · Full: 12 years
  • 2. Carrier56/100 · Full: 3 years
  • 3. Portacool45/100 · Full: None
  • 5. Ruud40/100 · Full: None
  • 6. York40/100 · Full: None
Compare all 25 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for heating & cooling.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. SupplyHouseMost items365 days
  3. WalmartMost items90 days
  4. Northern Tool + EquipmentMost items60 days from delivery
  5. Ace HardwareMost items30 days
  6. Do it BestMost items30 days
Show all 12 stores
  1. FergusonMost items30 days
  2. WayfairMost items30 days from delivery
  3. SutherlandsSouth Central storesMost items30 days
  4. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  5. The Home DepotAir conditioners, dehumidifiers, pumps, portable evaporative coolers and portable heaters7 days
  6. Lowe'sAC units and evaporative coolers48 hours from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for heating & cooling where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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