Rosie on the House

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/

Dr. Sky discusses recent spectacular celestial events visible in the dark sky and sky watching apps and star maps to identify what you see. Homeowner questions on securing patio shades on windy days, recirculating pump issue, patio flat roof, landscape drainage question and more. Including listeners honoring their military hero on Memorial Day Weekend Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-furniturerefresh/

A Memorial Day Weekend special about Arizona's special memorials. The Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza downtown Phoenix is the site of various memorials honoring prominent figures, wars, and events in Arizona history. Included is the USS Arizona Memorial . The plaza features actual war artifacts with the story of how they were obtained. But its the detailed design of these memorials that's well thought out. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-make-it-a-meaningful-memorial-day/

Explore the abundance of the desert with The Urban Farm's 'Farmer Greg' Peterson's special guest Cactus Kelly. She teaches thru foraging walks identifying edibles from bean trees, cacti, plants and weeds in the urban desert environment. And explains how she mills and extracts these edibles into juices, flour and powders. Take a audio walk with her describing and harvesting these native desert edibles. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-and-nativeedibles-with-the-urban-farm-cactus-kelly/

Our Weekly To Do on landscape drainage. It can present challenges on where water needs to flow as to not impede on a home's foundation or neighboring properties. Plus explaining what the term '100 Year Flood' really means about potential flooding in your area. And homeowner questions on insulation, air conditioning units 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-landscapedrainage/

Misting systems allow you to spend more time enjoying the outdoors in the summertime or anytime. Craig, Shane and Tim from Señor Mist explain how misting works from the pump to the nozzles, the cooling effect, the different types of misting systems and the options determining the most effective system for the patio or other outdoor space. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-desert-cool-beating-the-heat-with-senor-mist/

Nursery Expert Jay Harper talk about transitioning from spring to summer seasonal flowers and plants. Potting plant tips, irrigation check, to have or not to have summer lawns, fertilization, weed and spurge control and other practical planting tips for summer. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-and-flowersforallseasons-with-jay-harper/

Our Weekly To Do on flying the American flag properly. Jeff Kozloski of The National Training Institute is an industry leader in fast, high-quality vocational training. He discusses how you can be trained as an HVAC technician, electrician, or plumber in as little as four months for jobs in demand and very good pay. Plus we talk about new AI scams to be aware of especially on the elderly, local events 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-flyingoldglory/

In the past, it may have been enough to know that your contractor was licensed, bonded and insured. But you must do your homework for every contractor's background to ensure trust and a project well done. We provide some critical steps to follow in hiring not only the right contractor for the job. But a reliable one! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-steps-you-need-to-know-in-hiring-a-reliable-contractor/

When looking to design your garden, there is ultimately the question of which plants should go where? Debating between edible or elegant, entertaining or edible, elegant or entertaining, beauty or productivity. Fortunately, you can choose what you like. Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner tells you how including what can be planted now before the summer months hit. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-and-gardenplantselection-with-agriscaping/

Planning a big vacation during the summer heat? Here are some new and old ideas about securing your Arizona house against intruders and preventing other problems that might occur while you’re away. Plus more insight about our You Tube Channel. Homeowner questions and other items of interest. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-readyyourhomeforvacation/

Rosie and Jennifer discuss some of the innovative and design products found at the 2025 Kitchen And Bath Industry Show. From this years textures and colors to hammock tubs, unique stacking garage doors, floating stairs, steam showers and more. Plus a homeowner question on rerouting an air conditioning duct system thru the roof of a remodeling project. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-a-designers-take-on-the-kbis-show/

Beef is a top Arizona commodity. Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guests are Tina and David Thompson of YY Ranch. Every Arizona ranch story is unique and rich in history. Tina Thompson’s story is no exception. A ranch family that settled in Arizona in 1879, this family’s commitment to the environment, quality beef and family are the common denominators you’ll discover when reading about other ranch family operations in the state. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-azbeef-with-arizona-farm-bureau-and-c-bar-ranch/

Our Weekly To Do on window coverings from shutters to shades and blinds. Commentary and homeowner questions on hard start kits and other important things to be aware of about air conditioning. Hanging things on stucco. And other current events 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-windowwonders/

We introduce you to our Rosie On The House You Tube Channel. A catalog of video short clips on numerous homeowner topics from our broadcasts. Featuring our Certified Partner contractors, service providers and other guests with information about your house, home, castle or cabin. Includes the audio of video clips of some of the most watched topics like tankless water heaters, security cameras, electrical and vinyl plank flooring. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-new-ways-to-learn-from-rosie/

‘Farmer Greg’ Peterson’s guests are The Tempe Garden Girls, Erin and her mother Elise. They run a family urban farm nestled in the heart of Tempe. Established during the pandemic, their urban farm journey began as a way to provide homegrown food for the family. Along the way they discovered a community of backyard gardeners and local farmers sharing knowledge to get others to grow their urban farm. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-and-creatinganurbanfarm-with-the-urban-farm-tempe-garden-girls/

Utility companies offer a variety of plans to help reduce demand and cost on your cooling bill. We discuss it along with homeowner questions. Door replacement when closing in a carport or garage, saltillo tile in a bathroom, removing a roof evaporative cooler, driveway slope issue and a insulation issue between the garage and home. Plus we ponder what Arizona cities could you live in with a monthly Social Security check. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-knowyourproperty/

A well functioning air conditioning system isn't a luxury. Its a necessity in the hot desert months or any other place where cooling is needed. Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning discussed the importance of regular maintenance, airflow and proper installation are key for a longer lasting unit. Plus a rising A/C industry trend you should be aware of before making any decisions on repairs. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-considerations-to-keeping-your-a-c-healthy-all-summer-long-with-reeis-air-conditioning/

Have your shade and eat it too! We take a deep dive into citrus with Citrus and Nursery Expert Jay Harper. With proper planning and variety selection you can harvest nearly year round. Tips for planting citrus trees and shrubs. Pruning and fertilizing techniques. Plus more uses for citrus besides eating and juicing. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-citrus101-with-jay-harper/

Our Weekly To Do on monitoring your water consumption. Lesser known state nicknames for Arizona you might never heard of. Homeowner questions about air conditioners and air handlers, foam insulation, flickering lighting, leak detection 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-waterconsumption/

A well maintained air conditioner can last longer than its initial lifespan. Go with the pros in the know with Steve Mason and Challen Hansen of Mason Pro Services. They explain why buying an air conditioner on line is never a good idea. Maintenance tips for lasting A/C units. The single important calculation when checking a unit's efficiency. And the increase of technicians turned commissioned salespeople suggesting work you might not need. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-purchasing-acs-online-know-the-dangers-with-mason-pro-services/

Why plant gardens at ground level when you can raise them up! Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner tells you how to construct a raised bed garden. From outside barriers of wood and metal containers to interior linings and layering materials from the bottom to the top of your planting soil. Tips on keeping pests out and a watering system with proper drainage. Raised beds can go easy on your knees and back too. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-and-raisedbedgardening-with-agriscaping/

Our Weekly To Do on getting a head start for Mother's Day with suggestions to make her day special. Great information for Aging In Place. Can you install pavers over concrete? Plus covering other topics of interest besides home maintenance. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-diyformom/

Dustin Walker of Rosie Certified Walker Plumbing talking tasks to keep your plumbing humming along. How to flush your water heater, the function of the anode rod and testing the temperature relief valve. Maintaining water pressure into your home to avoid plumbing problems. The location of the main shutoff valve, twisting every internal shutoff valve monthly and more plumbing tips! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-understanding-your-homes-plumbing-with-walker-plumbing/

Arizona's year round climate and fertile soils make great conditions for farming. But the factor that makes it all work is water. Professor & Extension Specialist, Agronomy & Soil Science Jeffery Silvertooth joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree for a deep dive into Arizona's contribution to the global economy by producing 'more crops per drop' with consistent water management. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-azsoilclimatewater-with-arizona-farm-bureau-dr-jeffrey-silvertooth-of-university-of-arizona/

The best state publication in the country is Arizona Highways. Editor Robert Stieve talks about the Centennial Issue featuring 100 years of stories, brilliant photography and history of State 48. The Arizona Memory Project digitizing every issue including one issue from 1930 that was missing for decades. Even though wildflower season was a bust, the state is a visual feast year round. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-wildflowers-with-robert-stieve-of-arizona-highways/

Our Weekly To Do on checking your irrigation from the timer to the sprinklers and drip lines. Homeowner questions from listeners include the source of dust collecting in a home, surface moisture on a cement slab, patio sloping water and mildew toward the home, a solution to deflect a neighboring tree's leaf drops, emergency pendant battery check for the elderly, texting scams and more things 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-checkyourirrigation/

Solar is more than panels generating energy on your roof. The focus is on energy storage solutions. Our guests from Rosie Certified Sun Valley Solar Solutions discuss how batteries have evolved into storing energy. Each system must be tailored to specific needs and not by square footage. Homeowners can store clean sustainable energy for changing utilities rate plans, peak energy hours or overnight use. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-when-it-comes-to-solar-in-2025-its-really-about-the-batteries-with-sun-valley-solar/

Our Weekly To Do on drain care including some devices to maintain a clog free drain. Homeowner questions on repairing a spalling travertine floor, backfilling a pool, cracking and pop noises in a home, attic and cathedral insulation, parapet repair 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-draincare/

Paint quality has improved so much the warranties can range from 7 to 15 years. Interior paint that reduces paint vapors that can bother homeowners. For DIY painters, some cool tools for cleaning brushes and rollers. Correct tool for opening paint cans and proper storage of unused paint. Sam Hettinger of The Arizona Painting Company discusses all of this and more for a perfect paint job by a pro or by yourself. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-making-your-paint-job-last-with-arizona-painting-company/