10 Things to NOT Keep in Your Refrigerator This Holiday Season November 14, 2018 The holidays are almost here, and with them come a lot of hungry mouths to keep fed! While many people believe that all food items belong... Read More
10 Tips for Maintaining Your Oven This Holiday Season November 12, 2018 This is the time of year for holiday parties with friends and family. Most get-togethers involve food – lots of food. And if you’re the o... Read More
THIS is the Reason Why You Might Want to be Using Natural Gas Appliances November 07, 2018 Natural gas is dependable, clean, and efficient, three qualities that make it a great fuel source for appliances in your home, including ... Read More
Prevent Disaster With These 4 Halloween Safety Tricks! October 30, 2018 Halloween is one of the most-loved holidays for all ages. However, with many festivities happening after dark on this day, it’s also one ... Read More
Furnace Repair vs. Furnace Replacement. Which Do You Need? October 24, 2018 Is your home’s furnace on the fritz? A functional furnace is of the utmost importance during the heating season. Your family depends on t... Read More
Understanding the Difference Between Homeowners Insurance and Home Warranties October 23, 2018 As a homeowner, you have invested a lot of time and money into your property. Yet the problem with any investment is that you’re always o... Read More
Cold Rooms? Here are 5 Ways to Warm Up! October 15, 2018 Now that the weather is getting chillier, you may have noticed that one or more of your rooms aren’t as comfortable as you’d like. There ... Read More
Why Home Warranties are Worth the Cost October 09, 2018 Buying a home is a huge investment. So, it’s understandable that you might be looking for any and every way to save some money. For insta... Read More
“If I had to rate PHS on a scale of 1-10, they’ve been a 10!” October 09, 2018 Ask any homeowner and they’ll tell you that problems can and will pop up when you least expect them. Instead of worrying about what’s goi... Read More
How Home Warranty Plans Save Homeowners Money October 02, 2018 There are many ways homeowners can make small changes to save money. They might install energy-efficient appliances, use programmable the... Read More
What are the Pros & Cons of Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters? October 01, 2018 On average, a standard water heater will need to be replaced after a decade. Some units may last longer with proper maintenance, and some... Read More
Check Out These 4 Post-Summer AC Maintenance Tasks September 25, 2018 With fall officially here, you’ll likely be turning your air conditioner off soon. Before you get into cold weather mode, there are a few... Read More
Here's How Spray Foam Insulation Can Prevent Air Loss September 18, 2018 Air leaks in your home can result in energy loss, hot or cold spots, drafts, and poor indoor air quality. Here's how adding spray fo... Read More
"Oh boy, we're on a roll..." September 14, 2018 The old saying goes, “When it rains, it pours…” and that was precisely the situation with Judy N.’s appliances in Crestwood, IL when seve... Read More
Don't Forget to Schedule Heating Maintenance! September 12, 2018 While it may not be chilly outside just yet, it’s only a matter of time before cold weather is here to stay. Even though it may be diffic... Read More
5 Reasons Why Your HVAC System Stinks! September 05, 2018 Every homeowner wants to have a comfortable, clean, and fresh-smelling environment inside their living space. If your home smells less th... Read More
5 Tips for Staying Safe This Labor Day Weekend August 31, 2018 For many people, Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of the summer season. Typically, kids are back in school by this time, or they a... Read More
5 Signs That it's Time to Replace Your Electrical Outlets August 28, 2018 The average homeowner tends to not give much thought to his or her electrical outlets unless there’s a problem. They may realize that the... Read More
How Does Indoor Humidity Effect My Air Conditioner? August 21, 2018 You depend on your air conditioner to create a cool and refreshing environment for your family during hot weather. However, when the humi... Read More
“I highly recommend your warranty plans, especially for older people who are my age.” August 14, 2018 When Wilse’s water heater wasn’t producing enough hot water, he knew there was a problem. Later, he shared with us an observation with wh... Read More
Why is My Air Conditioner Running Constantly? August 08, 2018 While it’s great that your air conditioner is running and helping to keep your family cool during the summer, it’s not such a wonderful t... Read More
Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency With This Thermostat August 01, 2018 It’s safe to say that most homeowners have one thing in common – the desire to save money and energy whenever and wherever possible in th... Read More
Save Time This Winter and Schedule Heating Maintenance Now! July 25, 2018 With the weather as warm as it is, the last thing on your mind is worrying about how well your furnace will work this fall and winter. Re... Read More
Give Your AC a Break This Summer July 18, 2018 Odds are likely that your family depends heavily on your air conditioner to keep cool during the summer. So, you may be wondering if ther... Read More
7 Easy Ways to Stay Cool This Summer July 11, 2018 While summer has its perks – school is out, it stays light outside longer, swimming can be your main form of exercise, and meals seem to ... Read More
5 Tips for a Safe Independence Day June 29, 2018 The time has finally come to celebrate everyone’s favorite summer holiday – Independence Day – more often referred to as the “4th of July... Read More
5 Reasons Why Your AC is Blowing Warm Air June 27, 2018 Picture this: you’re dreaming about being on a tropical island. Warm breeze is blowing through your hair. Palm trees are swaying to and f... Read More
3 Simple Ways to Cool Your Older Home June 20, 2018 If you live in an older home, you already know about the challenges that come with trying to do any updates to make your living space mor... Read More
“Let me tell you a little story about Pivotal Home Solutions…” June 18, 2018 Check out what James H. of Streamwood, IL said about our home warranty services! “Let me tell you a little story about Oncourse Home Sol... Read More
What Experts Know About Your AC June 13, 2018 At Oncourse Home Solutions, we receive numerous phone calls every spring from homeowners wanting to know whether or not they can switch t... Read More
AC Repair is NOT a Job for Amateurs! June 06, 2018 While you may consider yourself fairly handy when it comes to do-it-yourself projects around the house, fixing your broken air conditione... Read More
This Hidden Reason May Be Why Your Filter is Always Dirty! May 29, 2018 It’s important to regularly change your HVAC filter during both the heating and cooling seasons as this is when your furnace and air cond... Read More
Tips for a Safe Memorial Day Weekend May 24, 2018 Memorial Day is just around the corner. While you may be excited about having an extra day off work to celebrate the unofficial start of ... Read More
"I started with one little item..." May 23, 2018 According to Larry of Rockford, IL, “Stuff happens!” Larry has been enrolled in our home warranty plans for over 15 years. “I started o... Read More
5 Signs Your AC is Leaking Refrigerant May 15, 2018 Refrigerant plays a huge role in your air conditioner’s cooling process. Essentially, its job is to cool the warm air from inside your ho... Read More
Thinking About "Beautifying" Your AC? Think Again! May 09, 2018 You may have seen numerous pictures and ideas circulating around the internet with suggestions for “beautifying” and adding your own pers... Read More
