Rosie on the House

Budget too tight to replace kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities? Consider refinishing, repainting or staining for an affordable price compared to new. Mike Stutte of Smith Painting talks you thru it along with other painting tips. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-cabinet-refinishing-for-a-fresh-new-look-with-smith-painting-services/

Treeland Nursery's Keith Waltemeyer and City Of Phoenix Environmental Program's Tricia Balluff discusses native plants. Which plants are adapted to year round desert conditions and what room is need for them to grow. Plus plants that attract pollinators. Tricia talks about September is Monarch Butterfly Month with tips on creating an environment for Monarchs https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-and-soilprep4peakproduction-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Weekly To Do on checking your caulking and weatherstripping. Discussion about Constitution Week with history about some of the signers of the most important document that states 'We The People'. Homeowner questions on cool deck surfaces, cleaning and sealing pavers, wood treatment, air conditioner refrigerant and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-inspectcaulkingandweatherstripping/

Love your pool? Great! But if there comes a time when its no longer in use, it becomes expensive and time consuming maintaining it. Jeff Getz of Freedom Decks has a solution: put an attractive deck over it and have usable outdoor space. Cheaper than removing it and easier to reactivate the pool. He explains the process. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hourwhat-to-do-with-your-unused-pool-with-freedom-decks/

Soil preparation is the foundation of a productive garden. Especially in the desert Southwest. Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner talks about avoiding common mistakes, food for the soil with organic matter and more tips for peak garden production. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-and-soilprep4peakproduction-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Our Weekly To Do features Rosie's Consumer Guides for homeowners. We welcome 4 Sons Garage Doors to the Certified Partner Network. Homeowner questions on drywall repair, water heater adjustments, sealing pavers and discussing 9/11 National Day Of Service. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-rosiesconsumerguides/

Weed control is not a one and done project. It takes several steps and different procedures used at different times of the year. Scottsdale Weed Control and Fertilization's Ray Lopez explains to be effective, it takes different pre-emergent and post-emergent treatments controlling weeds before they grow. Some more difficult than others. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-best-practices-of-weed-control-with-scottsdale-weed-control-fertilization/

The Arizona Farm Bureau's spokesperson Julie Murphree's guest is a delightful cotton farmer Dean Wells. Dean is passionate about growing cotton and preserving family farm history. He has his own family stories to tell too. Cotton, wheat and alfalfa (hay) generate $700 million to Arizona's economy. Dean explains why he enjoys growing cotton for its fiber and seed. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-and-traditionalazcrops-with-arizona-farm-bureau-dean-wells/

Weekly To Do on Aging/Living In Place with spokespersons from the Pima Council On Aging. Resources for those who want to stay in their homes as time goes by. And questions on desalination plants, window replacement, spray foam insulation, home energy audits and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-aginginplace/

State Senator Tim Dunn joins the show to discuss Arizona's water conservation efforts. Managing groundwater usage, reuses thru reclamation and other water sources today and for the future. Plus we explain the concept of 'water without borders' and a fresh water source 2 to 3 times more than the oceans combined near the center of the Earth. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-resources-for-water-use/

Jon Riep of Think Green Design Build Landscape discusses storm recovery. How a properly designed landscape and maintenance can mitigate potential storm damage. Principals for water retention. And a look at one of the most unique desert trees the ocotillo. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-storm-recovery-ocotillos/

Weekly To Do on trim work for floors, walls and doors that can brighten up your home. We welcome a new partner Epoxy Strong. And seems we always get questions on super cooling, electric cooling bills and other A/C tidbits. Plus something we've never heard of: an Air Conditioning/Water Heater? Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-trimworktransformations/

Nate Crain of Mason Pro Services focuses on one component of the air conditioning unit you might not think about. The condensate drain moves moisture from the evaporative coils away from the unit. Its crucial to keep the line free from clogs and uses for condensate around the home. Plus other general questions about air conditioning worth noting. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-open-phone-lines-with-mason-pro-services/

Time to think about planting your fruit trees! The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson knows a thing or two from growing fruit trees on a third of an acre. He explains the keys to success understanding chill hours and root stocks that are climate appropriate. Digging that square hole, what goes in that hole, protection at its young stage and more tips for a future harvest of fruit. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-selectingfruittrees-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

Our Weekly To Do on keeping the dust out of you home. Arizona Chimney & Air Ducts discusses one way is a full cleaning of your A/C and air duct system. Plus a listener has an unusual bug issue and other topics around the house! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-keepingthedustout/

What if you could upgrade to a state-of-the-art, energy-saving HVAC system? Plus other crucial home performance improvements for a fraction of the expected cost? Todd Russo of REEIS Air Conditioning explains the thousands of dollars in substantial rebates and tax credits for energy saving improvements. And not just for air conditioning. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-energy-and-rebate-savings-in-air-conditioning-with-reeis/

Jay Harper discusses some of the signs of plant stress. What a 'signal plant' can show requiring attention before it affects other garden plants. Plus tips as fall approaches on vegetable garden planting, lawn transition and smart irrigation technology that makes for watering where its needed without wasting a drop. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-and-topsignsofastressedplant-with-jay-harper/

Weekly To Do on simple things to do to be more energy efficient and save money. Homeowner questions on air conditioning mismatch, concrete coating floors, introducing a new partner that's actually been in business since 1947 and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-energyefficientliving/

High water bill? Likely some leaks you can't see or hear. Ian Handley of PinPoint Leak Detection discusses what they can find with a property survey of your supply lines, irrigation systems and sonar detection for pools. Pinpoints the problems without the guessing. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-spot-a-leak-before-it-costs-you-with-pinpoint-leak-detection/

Biggest secret to fall gardening? August is the best time to get started. Growing vegetable plants from seed to plant in the fall. Even with the summer heat, other good eats you can put in your rich, healthy soil. Weed control tips and more from Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-fall-gardening-secrets-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Weekly To Do on glass showers and doors. A nice step up from old fashioned tub and shower curtains. Plus homeowner questions on a drywall patio ceiling, cathedral ceiling and wall insulation, solar batteries, driveway slab curing and why you should consider home surger protection at your electrical box to protect everything inside your home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-showerglass/

Mike Krpata of Bumble Bee Home Services is 'plumb' happy about new ways to fix old plumbing problems. Camera inspections, trenchless drain repair, water supply line leak detection and we get asked a lot about tankless water heaters. Mike explains what you need to know before you invest for the long run. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-plumbing-new-ways-to-fix-old-problems-with-bumble-bee-home-services/

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Ashley Mortimer of Mortimer Farms in Dewey, Arizona. A working farm that showcases how farms function and where their food comes from. They do it thru plenty of fun events for the kids and adults alike. Part of a trend to shopping local, right off the farm! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-smallfarms-with-julie-murphree-of-arizona-farm-bureau-ashley-mortimer-of-mortimer-farms/

Outdoor entertainment means bar-b-q with some of our favorite receipes you can try for yourself. Homeowner questions on electric tankless water heaters, modular home floor issue, electrical panel replacement and shady sales tactics to be aware of regarding air coditioning. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-outdoorentertainment/

From stand alone grilling to outdoor kitchens, many options can cook up some great meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The various cooking, grilling, smoking, and griddling options have taken the outdoor kitchen a long way from charcoal briquettes. Stainless steel over aluminum grills. Depends on what your inner chef wants to whip up! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-all-things-bbq/

Growing food in your gardens starts with rich, nutrient dense healthy soil. The foundation for that soil is composting. 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm breaks down the 'greens and browns' of composting along with other contributions from worm castings, chickens and soldier flies. Plus the added benefit composting has for the environment and food security. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-and-beginnercomposting-with-the-urban-farm/

A conversation with the Director of the Arizona Registrar Of Contractors Tom Cole. The ROC is a cabinet-level agency dedicated to consumer protection and contractor regulation. Plus homeowner questions on super cooling, electric panel replacement and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-readingblueprints-2/

If one room or a part of your house is warmer than another, the cause is not necessarily the mechanics of your air conditioning unit. Unit sizing, duct work and distribution of cool air could be the issue along with other A/C tips with Brady Whitlock of Integrity Air Conditioning. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-keys-to-gaining-consistent-efficient-hvac-with-integrity-air-conditioning-heating/

Never too late to plan ahead for planting your favorite trees. Nursery Expert Jay Harper discusses the things to consider and be ready to plant in the fall. Choosing the right tree for the right place is key to a functional and beautiful landscape. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-and-propertreeplanting-with-jayharper/

Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336 mile engineering marvel that supplies some of the state's water supply. Darrin Francom explains how it works. How one of our Certified Partners help the Arizona Humane Society keep their animals cool and comfortable. Plus homeowner questions on window tinting and water heater issues. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-countertopcare/

Monsoon season brings high winds and at times heavy rainfall. It can do some serious damage to trees from broken limbs to uprooting. The Tree Amigos discuss the best practices for your trees to weather the storm and keep your shade, citrus and fruit trees standing tall. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-preparing-your-trees-for-monsoon-with-the-tree-amigos/

Desert summers means peak water usage. But don't let the heat translate into wasted water. Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner educates those 'green thumbers' on smart watering strategies to keep gardens and landscapes looking healthy without draining the well. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hoursummerwateringwisdom-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Tom Babbage is a writer for the Casa Grande Dispatch newspaper. He has since become Arizona's Presidential Historian. He discusses stories about hidden Presidential historical accounts that might surprise you or likely never knew about from 1776 and beyond that were downright dangerous. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-talking-history-and-the-4th-of-july-with-arizonas-presidential-historian-tom-babbage/

Weekly To Do on homeowner work you should never do yourself. We help a listener with building a backyard shade structure. And since its 4th Of July, some little known facts about America's Independence Day! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-diyfollies/

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Mandy Kirkendall of Apple Annie's U Pick It Farm in Willcox, Arizona. Mandy discusses their history starting in the 1980's planting 6000 apple trees. Its evolved growing different fruits, vegetables and other specialties in their General Store. Creating an authentic farm experience! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-and-summerveggies-with-arizona-farm-bureau-apple-annies/

Arizona is seeing an increase of data centers. They consume much more power than a typical office building. APS Representatives Anne Carlton and Jill Hanks discusses how the power company is planning ahead for the future. Along with a discussion on Artificial Intelligence and a followup from a listener who is growing successful gardens while keeping pests and other critters out. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-entrydoorrefresh/

We've been reflecting on the various types of projects landscape companies undertake. From pavers, walkways, plants and shade structures to lighting, pools and fire features. You envision your build then create a design that builds your vision. Todd Walker of Think Green Design Build Landscape takes you thru the many options to create a 'staycation' in your own outdoor space. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-beyond-the-lawn-landscape-projects-with-think-green-design-build-landscape/

Brad Lancaster of Tucson wrote the book on rainwater harvesting. With 11 inches of annual rainfall, he has harvested about 100,000 gallons of rainwater on his one-eighth of an acre property. He joins 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm to explains the system moving, storing and regenerating all natural rainwater, creating food forests while lowering his water bill big time. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-and-waterharvesting-with-the-urban-farm/

Our Weekly To Do on protecting yourself against fraud with ways to identify potential scams by e-mail, text and calls. Jeff Buchanan from Arizona Game & Fish discusses Pollinator Month and how you can help. Suggestions and feedback on the topic of backyard patios and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-fraudprotection/

Whole house energy home audits are the best way to determine how your home is performing in the hot and cold months. Rosie Certified Partner Sean McGraw of FOR Energy shares with us the typical findings of an energy audit and offers ways to fix them for a more efficient confortable home and lower energy bill. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-plug-the-leaks-energy-audits-for-a-more-efficient-home-with-for-energy/

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Its National Homeowners Month! We tackle some homeowner questions on window leaks, water treatment, private equity companies buying local contractor businesses, pests that sting and bite, vinyl plank flooring and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-patioparadise/

Guests ACP Painting's Russ Byers and Shell Abbott discusses tips and tricks to interior and exterior painting. Improvements in exterior paint allows for application in 100 plus degree summer heat. A big improvment in painters tape. And other tools for a good paint job from the pros or for the Do-It-Yourselfers, Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-arizona-house-painting-prep-weather-what-to-expect-with-acp-painting/

Yes, there is gardening activity in the summer. Harvesting certain fruits and vegetables, cooling the ground with other edibles like sweet potatoes, beans and types of peas. But the best thing is preparing healthy soil and planning irrigation for the fall. Including irrigating with graywater. Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner has the tips for summertime gardening. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-and-summergardening-with-agriscaping/

Discussion includes how to care for mini-splits, more attempted scams on air conditioning, important tips on home window tinting and films, super cooling and other homeowner questions. Plus commentary on the state of home ownership and thoughts on what to consider when renting. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-caringforminisplit/

Rosie Certified Partner Tyra Wade of Pro Solutions Air educates us on how to maintain our HVAC, electricity, and solar systems to stay comfortable and efficient during the hot summer and year round. She shares tips on what to expect from a thorough professional review of these systems. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-pro-advice-for-efficient-home-cooling-with-pro-solutions-home-commercial-services/

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree special guest is Tammy Baker, General Manager for Arizona Milk Producers. Julie and Tammy discuss the many nutrition benefits of dairy for every stage in life. Even as synthetic milks have developed over the decades, 3 servings of dairy per day holds more nutritional value as part of a healthy diet. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-and-azdairy-with-arizona-farm-bureau-arizona-milk-producers/

Get a head start for Father's Day with suggestions to do for Dad. Author, Writer & Arizona Hiker Roger Naylor adds his suggestions for outdoor fun with Dad. Answering questions about A/C filter sizes, installing outlets in a block home and more things to know about the house! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-daywithdad/

Home appliances play a critical role in everyday life. Until they stop working. Daniel Beyer of Beyer's Appliance Service discuss options available to either repair, replace or recycle those appliances. Plus great tips on detergents, cleaning maintenance, sanitizing and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-old-appliances-new-tricks-with-beyer-appliance/

The Saguaro stands tall in Arizona's Sonoran Desert. Its adaptability to survive and thrive for decades, even centuries is facinating. It even produces Arizona's Official State Flower. Yet many have been in decline due to climate changes. Guests Dr. Tania Hernandez, Research Scientist at The Desert Botanical Gardens and Children's Author of the book 'Desert Giant' Barbara Bash talk more about its identity to Arizona and the census collecting data to find why saguaros are in decline. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/outdoor-living-hour-saguaros-with-dr-tania-hernandez-of-the-arizona-botanical-garden-and-author-barbara-bash/