Rosie on the House

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.

Our Weekly To Do explains that white, crusty stuff on concrete and stucco called efflorescence. Plus homeowner questions on pool excavation, pool shotcrete, rotten wood feature, window leak, doors not closing flush and the best way to maintain your home with the Rosie On The House Home Maintenance App powered by Home Zada.

We put together a comprehensive list of the sources of Arizona's water supply, how its used, the regulations surrounding its use and most importantly how to conserve it. We discuss some of the many resources that can benefit the homeowner. Plus questions on flagstone repair, lawn grubs and helping an elderly widow with a no longer functioning solar system.

Growing the fruits and veggies you enjoy eating starts with observing the space where you're placing the garden. From the year round direction of the sun, microclimates and water sources to creating healthy soil, composting and mulching. The Urban Farm's Farmer Greg explains how you can create a bountiful edible landscape.

Woodpeckers can be a nuance around the home. We explain why they peck and what you can do to stop them. Senator Sina Kerr discusses how you can present ideas for the future of water in Arizona. Plus questions on keeping bugs out of your home, where to start on building a guest house, air conditioners and tankless water heaters.

Some important information you need to know! The Inflation Reduction Act includes some attractive tax credits and rebates for upgrades from new units, insulation to ductwork. Depending on your annual income and timing, the incentives for improving energy efficiency in your home are worth looking into. Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning dives into the details on the possible value of installing a new system this year or hold until next year.

Before you know it, fall will be here. Its the right time to prepare your garden soil to plant what you enjoy eating. Jay gives you the recipe for great soil. Drew Ullberg of the Tonto National Forest discusses what you need to know about collecting edibles, cactus and other plant species from the forest that may require permits. And what to do about Kissing Beetles.

One way to improve the look of your outdoor hardscapes is with flagstone. We discuss its many advantages. Arizona Senator Sina Kerr breaks down the recently signed investment bill dealing with Arizona's future water supply. And listener questions on slab repair, replacing wind turbine vents, replacing or repairing air conditioners with R-22 refrigerant, doors not closing properly and more!

Don't assume your pool is losing lots of water from evaporation. It could be leaking in places that are not obvious wasting money and water. Ian Hanley of Pinpoint Leak Detection And Repair discusses common and uncommon places they've found trouble spots, some of the signs of a leak and the most intriguing aspect is the techniques they use to detect AND REPAIR leaks without draining the pool.

SavATree's Gary Peterson is joined by Certified Arborist Scott Calabrese. Discussing the Tree Of The Month the Texas Olive Tree. Lots of advantages to this hearty tree. Avoiding monsoon tree damage or uprooting. Discussion on palms tall and small from lightning strikes to pruning tips to avoid messy seeds falling. And a deep dive into Texas Root Rot. Are there ways to avoid it from killing your trees?

Discussion on controlling crickets inside and outside your home. Listener questions include flickering lights, a waxy water filter issue, musty outdoor smell coming for the air conditioner, what to do about an abandoned septic tank, concrete shortage and more Arizona homeowner information.

We've covered the abundance of minerals in Arizona’s water in depth. But something else in our water and the water all over the planet that you should know. Jon Owens of Rosie Certified Kinetico Water Systems explains something known as 'forever chemicals'. While cities to a great job providing safe water, Jon gives you straight talk on improving water quality in your home if you're considering it. Plus listeners have their water treatment questions. Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-water-filtration-water-purification-and-water-softening/

Dr. Jeff Silvertooth is a renowned specialist in Agronomy and crop production management strategies in soil-plant systems. Joined by the Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree, he explains why Arizona's year round climate and unique soils benefits many crops grown year round, high quality seed production and the myths about plant genetics and GMO's. All combined to make Arizona a key state for agriculture. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-az-farm-bureaus-farm-fresh-monthly-topic-azclimateagriculture

We tackle electric panel replacement, mold odor from a leaking spa, broken toilet tank top, pilot light issue on a water heater, irrigation, gutters, soundproofing windows, showerhead installation and more!!

There are many misconceptions surrounding residential solar panels and systems. It can be difficult to decipher the truth from the myths. Randy Cole, owner, Fox Valley Electric and Solar, a Rosie On The House Certified Partner, gives you the straight talk! Explains the truth behind some of the most common myths. And the recommendations you must consider when your considering solar for your home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-common-solar-myths-and-facts/.

Plants and trees are loving the monsoon rain and sticky dewpoints. Jay Harper says the trick is backing off watering depending on how much rain you got in your area. August is a good time to re evaluate your landscape. And begin to plan your fall vegetable gardens. Tips on maintaining house and potted plants. And should you water plants with swamp cooler water?

During power outages, there's a misconception that solar panels continue to work. If you're on the grid, they're actually designed to shut down for good reason. However Randy Cole of Fox Valley Electric And Solar explains ways you can continue to have power when you lose it. Plus ways you can save big bucks on your electric bill. And more!

It can be confusing. Energy efficiency versus renewable energy. On the surface, they seem to be the same. But we explain the difference and the advantages to the homeowner. Arizona Game And Fish explains how they fill many water catchments for wildlife when rain is scarce. Homeowner questions on slab repair, pipe rattling and follow up on a door to door scammer selling solar products.

Farmer Greg's guest is Zach Brooks of Arizona Worm Farm. A sustainable farm on a mission to take sunshine, rainwater and other people's garbage to breed and grow worms and insects. Creating rich, nutrient compost and soil for gardens and trees that produce sustainable food. Zach explains everything about worms, his farm and how 'idiot simple' it can be. Original broadcast archive page rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-kitchen-yard-scrap-composting-with-urban-farm/