Rosie on the House

Discussion about load bearing walls and expanding the space in a home. Turning your property into a short term rental. The pros and cons of buying a 'flipped home'. Things to think about when pruning your trees. And seven features you should have on your security door.

Farmer Greg has the tried and true methods to grow your own fruits and citrus. Areas to avoid planting those trees, digging the proper hole, the formula for creating healthy soil because dirt by itself won't work. Explains his 6/6 rule to insulate the ground from heat and cold. Deep watering advice, fertilizing and more for great results.

Simple but important tips to keep your Christmas tree fresh from drying out becoming a fire hazard. Stucco looks great on a home but its not waterproof. Over time it can be a source for leaks unless you have the right paint for its 'raincoat'. Steps to take for your next remodeling project. And discussion of protecting pipes and irrigation for freezing weather.

Guest Steve Schumacher, the Phoenix Mayor's Office Official Historian, shares some of Arizona's holiday traditions that evolve around the outdoors because you can't shovel sunshine. Parades, Desert Botanical Gardens, Zoo Lights, The legend of Scrubby the Christmas tree and more area festive traditions. And you don't have to drive far for Arizona snow if you want it.

Garden and Plant Expert Jay Harper discusses gifting plants for the holidays. Poinsettias are popular and can live past the holidays with proper care. But are the compostable? Edible plants like dwarf citrus, rosemary or other herbs. Giving a living Christmas tree to plant. Jay talks about his family tradition of making tamales. And Jennifer's other gift suggestions related to outdoors.

From fixed to folding, there's a ladder for any task, but safety is paramount when using a ladder in order to avoid a trip to the emergency room. We discuss the proper ladder setup and safety precautions to get your job done right. With 3G cell service shutting down, Victor Krstec of Affordable GPS Tracking discusses updating to 4G service before your tracking stops completely.

Millions of people have some sort of smart technology in their homes. But piecemealing each function with its single controller isn't the way to go. We discuss the best way with integration. And the best technology to control and receive alerts from hard wiring, internet access to Wifi and cellular protection. Jared Wright from Tekna Security explains what works to your advantage.

Certified Arborist Richard Adkins discusses the Tree Of The Month: The Texas Ebony. Native to the Chihuahuan desert, a thorny drought tolerant tree that maintains its dark green color all year. That's just for starters. Plus careful attention to detail on pruning winter deciduous trees including Richard's "3 cut method". Plus, could you plant and grow your own Christmas tree?

There are things around the house that if not equipped with the appropriate grips, can cause you to gripe. Or worse cause injury. We discuss some of those things to consider. And other homeowner questions on converting electric stoves to gas, kitchen countertop remodeling, why you should not put coffee grounds down the disposal and more!

What are some simple water conservation tips? How often should you replace a fire extinguisher? Does a high efficiency air filter restrict air flow? How to budget for home maintenance? How to make your aging parent's home more livable as they age in place? Plus homeowner questions that might help your future home maintenance projects.

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Farm Bureau President and Rancher of Carlink Ranch Stefanie Smallhouse. Stefanie talks about her background, the diverse operations at the ranch, Christmas traditions and feasts on the farm. Plus the challenges Arizona farmers face with a priority on water resources. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-farm-feasts-and-traditions/

Our 'How To' on holiday lights! So many styles, colors and themes for any budget. It just take your imagination. How you get a permit to cut your own Christmas tree in the Tonto National Forest. Arizona Representative John Kavanagh discusses the new laws regarding short term rental owners, renters, municipalities and homeowners in the neighborhoods. Homeowner questions and proper pronunciations of Arizona cities and sites answered!

We get a lot of different homeowner questions. But we feature five questions that should be asked more often than others. Is it safe to power wash a wood deck? Proper way to apply caulk? Should you replace or refinish cabinets? How to protect yourself from 'gypsy' or traveling contractors who show up at your door? And yes...Rosie makes a killer steak! We tell you the secret. Plus other homeowner questions answered.

Farmer Greg's decades of experience growing in the low desert is vast leading to nearly year round gardening in Arizona. From fall to early spring, he details what you can plant for a great harvest from brassicas to tomatoes, peppers and vining crops like melons. Garden placement, hydroponics, water sources, building healthy soil and more keys to good eatin'!

Our 'How To' may be able to “see just fine” when working on projects or studying. But you don’t know what you’re missing until you have proper workspace lighting. We give you some ideas to brighten your space! APS customers need to know about 'Super Off Peak' Time Of Use rates with the Director of Customer To Grid Solutions Kerri Carnes. Plus Thanksgiving traditions over the century and can you paint roof flat shingles?

Nothing spoils home gatherings during the holidays like backed up drains. In the kitchen and bathroom, what you throw down the drain matters and lead to an embarrassing mess. With some simple preventative maintenance, you can avoid that as best as you can. From sinks to garbage disposals and rubber gaskets, we have some tips to keep your holidays merry!

From ground planting to containers, Jay Harper says its the 'most wonderful time of the year' in the low desert to plant citrus, stone fruit and shade trees to establish roots while the ground is still warm. Annuals for beautiful landscape colors. Your choice and care of winter rye lawns, summer bermuda or convert to artificial turf. Even plant or prune roses for that spring push of new blooms.

The Weekly To Do on fireplace maintenance. Whether wood or gas, a good cleaning and maintenance check is in order. We explain why we prefer one over the other. How to pronounce some of Arizona's desert names and cities. Helping homeowners with the right interior door, expansion joint issue and all the things that make us the NUMBER ONE Arizona Homeowner Resource in the state! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-fireplace-care-use-precautions/

Construction materials can be hard to come by or take too long to deliver. Consider your next remodel project recycling or reusing materials. Gino Ochoa of Habitat For Humanity ReStores says you can find some great buys at a fraction of the cost while helping build homes for families in need and reducing items in the landfill. Plus other ways and stories on recycling and 'thinking green'. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-recycle-or-reuse-building-materials-to-create-a-one-of-a-kind-project/

From a previous broadcast, John Eisenhower discusses the advantages of the Tree Of The Month the Arizona Rosewood. A pretty much bulletproof evergreen tree that makes a good alternative to oleanders for a privacy fence. Fall fertilization for spring push growth, pruning for winter and listener tree questions on sissoo and pecan trees, shade trees, and solutions for a damaged lemon tree.

We discuss an real accurate trend in kitchen remodeling. Todd Russo of Rosie Certified Reeis Air Conditioning updates the tax credits and rebates for new systems. Deciding if its worth buying this year or next year? Homeowner questions on a DIY project gone wrong, water supply line leak and Rosie explains the reasons why some companies are charging for an initial inspection service call.

From mining camps to military posts, Arizona’s frontier past is featured in Arizona Highways Managing Editor Noah Austin's book Arizona Ghost Towns. Featuring 50 sites with fascinating history, detailed driving directions, GPS coordinates and more for each featured ghost town. Rosie, Romey and Noah have a 'spirited' discussion of their favorite places and how to prepare for your adventure to see these ghost towns.

Arizona is known for The Five C's. One of them is cotton. The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Cassy England of Sierra Farming. A generational family cotton farmer producing the 6th leading crop in the state. Cassy explains the challenges growing this 'fruit', the lifecycle from planting, bolls to harvest and the farming operations that export delta pine cotton around the country. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-cotton-with-arizona-farm-bureau

A DIY project boils down to three things: Time, Desire and Skill Level. We help you give it some thought before you get started. Plus we answer homeowner questions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-should-i-really-do-these-landscape-diy-projects/

The vacation rental market has exploded on the real estate scene over the last several years. If you're thinking about making your property a short term rental, you must know the steps to follow to avoid problems and violations. What's expected from you as a landlord, the jurisdictions in your city, avoiding complaints from neighbors and the HOA rules on short term rentals. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-turning-your-property-into-a-short-term-rental/

Donna DiFrancesco of Rosie Certified 'Water Use It Wisely' features some of her favorite books on plants, flowers and more on landscaping in dry climate deserts that can yield beautiful colors and blooms. Greg Starr of Starr Nursery in Tucson discusses his book 'Cool Plants For Hot Gardens'. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-landscape-and-outdoor-living-book-review/

Adding a soothing, relaxing feature of a fountain or living pond to your home? Know the difference between them. Plus learn about the latest homeowner scams. A follow up on adding antifreeze to concrete or mortar in colder climates. Homeowner questions on earthship homes (we explain what they are), insulation, recaulking shower corners and more! Original broadcast archive page: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-fountains-and-ponds-should-not-be-treated-the-same/ with expanded content.

The secret to a long lasting roof is maintenance. It's the primary barrier to the elements and one of the homeowner’s largest investments. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing explains in detail the importance of maintenance to ensure that small items don’t become big and expensive issues. With a focus on flat roofs, Tyler answers other homeowner's roofing questions. Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-advantages-of-roof-maintenance

No space to plant gardens and flowers? No problem! Farmer Greg and Master Gardener and Farmer Kari Spencer discuss container gardening. The things you'll need from the proper size containers to avoid root bounding, soil mix to materials for proper watering and drainage. Plus learn about 'hardening off', 'hydrophobic' and many more tips for success in containers. Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farmer-greg-on-container-gardening-for-yards-patios-balconies-and-window-sills

Our Weekly To Do on stud finders. A must have tool in your toolbox. Plus what to do if you bought a home without a home inspection, leaf filter gutters, recourse for an unfinished bathroom remodel, woodpeckers, 'screaming' toilet, crumbling section of a block home, timber strand studs over traditional studs and fixing a home with copper and aluminum wiring.

It's important to know your limits on do-it-yourself projects. We discuss a few from this week's blog. Plus homeowner questions on caulking after window installation, chimney damage from high winds, winter lawns and a contractor job left unfinished and frustrated.

Arizona greets fall with 'Happy Spring!' After a long hot summer, Jay Harper gets you in the flower planting mode with plenty of plant type suggestions for color. Prime time for overseeding winter lawns and creating garden beds for cool season veggies. Shane Cook from Treeland Nursery has fall flower tips for planting in pots.

Tackling some local and out of state events, football, home warranties, winter lawns and sealing outdoor cracks around the home. Weekly To Do on building permits. And Jennifer interviews the creator of Get Set Up.org. A place for 55 and older to learn useful skills and explore their interests with many different classes to live their best Life Worth Living In Place!

What if you hire a professional contractor for part of your Do It Yourself project? That's called a Hybrid DIY Project. Hiring a professional for parts of the project you may not feel comfortable taking on yourself. Rosie explains the steps to hiring a professional for the entire part of the project. Plus some of the things you should not do before getting a professional. Homeowner questions on ponding on a cement slab and installing a water treatment system.

SavATree's Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland is joined by Arborist Richard Adkins to discuss the Tree Of The Month the Canyon Hackberry. Rather scraggly when young but matured has surprising benefits including shade. Tips on frost protection from proper use of frost cloth to watering for winter. Fall fertilizing, learning about 'Forest Bathing' and a surprise call from the originator of the Talking Trees hour John Eisenhower! Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-canyon-hackberry-frost-protection-with-savatree

A properly maintained septic system is a must. We have some do's and don't's to consider. Plus homeowner questions on wall insulation, moisture buildup below stucco, shower leak, pool decking and draining and a sink glued to a granite bathroom countertop. (Broadcasting From The SAHBA Home Show in Tucson)

Before you tackle a home project yourself, learn about the 3 P's: Planning like your skill set and budget. Preparation includes securing the items needed and time to commit to the project. Precautions on accessing the projects you should tackle and ones to avoid. Plus more of Rosie's 'think abouts'! (Live Broadcast From The SAHBA Home Show)

Growing pecans in Arizona? Yes, since the mid 1960's! Julie Murphree's guest is Deborah Walden-Ralls of Green Valley Pecan Company. Deborah talks about the family farm history, what it takes to grow the most sought after pecans worldwide, changes in the industry and the many ways to enjoy pecans besides pie! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-green-valley-pecans-with-arizona-farm-bureau/

We discuss our latest video 'Tarping A Flat Shingle Roof'. A homeowner question on removing a fiberglass pool that leads to another issue with the backyard elevation higher than the home. Plumbing question with a focus on pex pipe. What type of flange for a toilet? Our Weekly To Do on kitchen maintenance.

“Where can I store this??” We discuss how you can maximize your smaller spaces for storage and living. From small home offices combining seating and drawers to storage ideas for a small laundry room. Designing elements into small spaces to make it even more functional. Plus another pesky woodpecker problem for a homeowner.

Growing your own citrus and fruit? September/October is the perfect time to plant them. Farmer Greg gives you the tips that can produce oranges, lemons and more for years, even decades to come. Starting with a square hole, percolation test, 5 components of healthy soil, his 6/6 basin rule, fertilizing tips and some patience before your first of many delicious harvests. Original broadcast archive page https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-success-with-growing-citrus-in-the-desert-with-urban-farm/

Water saving experts at Water-Use It Wisely explain ways to make your home more water friendly. Salt River Project and Central Arizona Project discuses the current state of Arizona's water supply. City Of Goodyear, AZ explains how to do your own water audit to check for possible leaks. City Of Glendale talks about water conservation with the right plants in the right place to create beautiful landscapes and xeriscapes. Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-water-use-it-wisely.

Windows and doors are the weakest link in your home's envelope. Selecting the correct windows and doors can save you huge headaches in the future. Sal Sucato of DunRite Windows And Doors explains what a customer should know about how the right window materials, glass and proper install can improve energy efficiency, comfort and sound reduction. At a fair price and ample warranty too! Original broadcast page with expanded content roiseonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-window-door-upgrade-selections-for-your-home.

Start tilling, preparing the soil and spacing out what you enjoy eating! Jay Harper discusses getting it in the ground from seed to plants. Need to save water by considering edible landscapes and xeriscapes instead of bermuda lawns. Two times per year for weed control. Tips on attracting pollinators to your landscapes and much more! Original broadcast archive page rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-fall-vegetable-planting/

Our Weekly To Do on selecting the right window treatments for more than just looks but for functionality. Homeowner questions on house fly infestation, roof replacement from shingles to tile, mesquite tree damaging a block wall, cracks on a mobile home ceiling and more!

With housing costs going crazy everywhere, folks are taking a hard look at alternatives to a conventional home. We take a look at how a tiny home can become your house, home, castle, or cabin. You can even stay in a tiny house! Daren Dinsmore of TinyCamp.com in Sedona talks about renting them for your next adventure. Plus homeowner questions on insulation and foundation cracking.

Its a shrub? Its a tree? Its both!! SavATree's Certified Arborists Scott Calabrese and Mathew Noriega talk about a good alternative to oleanders, the Arizona Rosewood. SavATree's complete holiday decoration service from design, install, removal and storing. Tasks to consider before transitioning to rye grass winter lawns including the two types of rye grass. Fall fertilizing citrus, tree planting the right way and more!

If you haven't fired up the grill in a long time or use it on a regular basis, we recommend some maintenance tips to keep grilling all year long. Senator Sina Kerr talks about preservation ideas for agriculture under the water supply bill. Plus homeowner questions on supercooling, replacing grass for landscaping, kitchen remodeling, batt insulation, killing those sticker weeds and more!

We discuss our recommendations every Arizona homeowner should consider before temperatures begin to drop into fall and winter. Tackling homeowner questions on a sticky garage door, water heater maintenance, roof shingle issue, removing a non-load bearing wall and more!

Julia Murphree is an native Arizonan who grow up on her father's cotton farm in Pima county. Today, she is the spokeswoman for Arizona Farm Bureau and joins Rosie On The House the first Saturday of every month for our #FarmFresh hour connecting Arizona residence with local agriculture commodities coming our of our farms and ranches. Agriculture in Arizona is a 23 billion dollar industry and our focus this wee is Arizona’s #MedjoolDates with special guest, joining us for the second time, Juan Guzman of Natural Delights.