If you are purchasing any electrical product it is likely you will be offered an extended warranty but it could just be a waste of money. That’s according to this article. It suggests that in many cases there is no reason to buy an extended warranty and that you are often able to purchase cheaper cover elsewhere. Most goods already come with a years guarantee but extended warranties usually cover you for three to five years. However, it is often cheaper to purchase extended cover from another insurer as the in store policy includes a commission for the shop. In many cases when buying cheaper goods taking out extra insurance proves pointless, as it often works out cheaper to purchase a new product should it go wrong.