Since its establishment as the house brand for Sears in 1927, Craftsman tools and appliances has earned a reputation for reliability and durability. This reputation was supported by generous lifetime warranties on many products.
In 2017, Sears sold the Craftsman brand to Stanley Black & Decker. Craftsman products are now available at a range of national retailers, but many consumers have questions about how the company’s warranty policies have changed. Here’s all the warranty information you need to know to help you repair your Craftsman appliances.
Despite the sale of the Craftsman brand, owners of Craftsman products can still take advantage of generous warranty policies.
A substantial number of Craftsman products are backed by lifetime warranties. These include hammers and demolition tools, finishing tools, pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, knives, hex keys, nut drivers, ratchets, tape measures, and other assorted hand tools.
If any of these tools cease to function for any reason, consumers can exchange them for free. Craftsman does not require a proof of purchase, but note that some retailers might. Lowe’s, for example, now sells Craftsman products, but may not honor the lifetime warranty without proof that the item was purchased at a Lowe’s store.
Other Craftsman products have more limited warranty coverage. Drills, sanders, grinders, vacuums, saws, and some other power tools, for instance, are backed by a three-year warranty. Compressors have a one-year limited warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. A proof of purchase is required to take advantage of these policies.
Note that some products may have more complex warranty coverage. A gas-powered pressure washer, for example, has a three-year warranty on the frame, but a two-year warranty on the engine.
Fortunately, Craftsman provides detailed warranty information for all of their products on their website.
With Craftsman’s warranty policy, it’s unlikely that you’ll need to pay to replace your hand tools. Power tools and other high-ticket items are another matter, however. Once the warranty expires on your Craftsman lawn mower, you’ll need to pay out of pocket to repair or replace it.
An extended warranty from Liberty Home Guard can insure against those costs. Call our team today at (866)-225-7958 to learn more about our protection plans for tools and appliances made by Craftsman and other popular brands. Our plans can help you repair your Craftsman appliances at a fraction of the market cost.