The bill H. 5007 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 39-1-100, which mandates that certain manufacturers' warranties on heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems automatically transfer to new owners when the residential property is sold. This provision applies to properties conveyed after June 30, 2026, ensuring that the warranty remains in effect as if the new owner were the original purchaser. The bill also stipulates that the warrantor must honor the warranty terms without charging a transfer fee, and it clarifies that the warranty's remaining term is not extended by the transfer.

Additionally, the bill specifies that a manufacturer's warranty for an HVAC system cannot be contingent upon product registration. This legislation is designed to protect homeowners by ensuring that they benefit from existing warranties on HVAC systems when purchasing a property, thereby enhancing consumer confidence in real estate transactions involving such systems. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/22/2026: 39-1-100
Latest Version: 39-1-100