qualified repairs

[/ˈkwɑːlɪfaɪd rɪˈpɛrz/]
noun phrase
reparos qualificados
1. Repairs performed by trained, certified, or authorized technicians who meet specific professional standards and qualifications
The warranty only covers qualified repairs performed by certified technicians at authorized service centers.
A garantia cobre apenas reparos qualificados realizados por técnicos certificados em centros de serviço autorizados.
2. Maintenance work that requires specialized knowledge, skills, or official authorization to perform
Qualified repairs on medical equipment must be documented and performed by licensed professionals.
Reparos qualificados em equipamentos médicos devem ser documentados e realizados por profissionais licenciados.
3. In insurance and legal contexts, repairs that meet specific criteria or standards set by regulatory bodies or insurance policies
The insurance claim was approved because the repairs met the definition of qualified repairs as stated in the policy.
A reclamação de seguro foi aprovada porque os reparos atenderam à definição de reparos qualificados conforme declarado na apólice.
In Brazil, the term 'reparos qualificados' is commonly used in warranty documents, insurance policies, and consumer protection regulations. It emphasizes the importance of having repairs done by trained professionals to maintain product guarantees and legal compliance. In the USA, 'qualified repairs' is a contractual term that protects both consumers and manufacturers, ensuring that warranty coverage remains valid only when work is performed by authorized providers.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
certified repairsauthorized repairsprofessional repairslicensed repairsskilled repairs
Antonyms / Antônimos
unqualified repairsamateur repairsunauthorized repairsDIY repairs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reparos qualificados
Standard term used in warranties, insurance documents, and technical manuals
São Paulo
reparos qualificados
Common in commercial and business contexts, especially in automotive and electronics industries
Portugal
reparações qualificadas
Portuguese uses 'reparações' instead of 'reparos', but the meaning remains identical
United States
qualified repairs
Widely used in warranty terms, insurance policies, and manufacturer guidelines

Related Words

warranty coveragecertified technicianauthorized service centermaintenance standardsprofessional certificationrepair documentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

authorized service only
work performed by qualified personnel
meet qualification standards
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