Rosie on the House

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Silvertooth, University Of Arizona Professor & Extension Specialist in Agronomy/Soil Science. Arizona's climate and soil composition gives us a huge advantage in year round crop production. Dr. Silvertooth discusses how pushing for greater efficiency even under climate changes results in high yields and quality crops. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-climate-and-agriculture-with-julie-murphree-of-the-az-farm-bureau-dr-jeffrey-silvertooth-from-u-of-a/

Homeowner questions include fixing damage to a block fence, insulation, termite damage in stucco, #caulking and more. Plus Dr. Sky discusses the April 8th solar eclipse, where totality will happen in Texas, and what to expect in Arizona. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-caulking/

As energy costs rise, solutions to reducing energy consumption and saving money should start with a Home Energy Audit. Sean McGraw of FOR Energy explains the valuable information you get about your home's energy use, where your losing energy and having a clear road map to energy efficiency. Taking the guesswork out with accurate answers. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-create-a-path-to-an-efficient-home-with-a-home-energy-audit-with-sean-mcgraw-of-for-energy/

Commentary on new and trending products from the Kitchen And Bath Industry Show, essential tools for landscapes and yard work, using water wisely and most popular Outdoor Living Hour podcasts. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-lawn-mower-maintenance/

Fulton Homes' Community Resource Director Rosaria Cain joins in on our Weekly To Do on pool safety. 90% of drownings happen in a pool. She discusses why "Two Seconds Is Too Long". Plus a listener asks about trenchless drain line replacement, feedback from our recent broadcast on solar 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-pool-safety/

The demand for outdoor living spaces has hit new highs. A wise investment in a shade structure can greatly enhance your outdoor living experience. Booth Built Patio Products discusses ramadas, porch covers, cantilevers, and more to get you "made in the shade". Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-upgrade-your-outdoor-living-experience-with-tom-booth-of-booth-built-patio-products/

Farmer Greg's representatives Janice Norton, the General Manager of the Urban Farm Nursery, and Ray Jess, the manager of the Urban Farm General Store. They discuss the transformative impact journaling can have on becoming an accomplished urban farmer. Whether you note down the moon cycles, watering times, or the dates of sowing particular seeds, maintaining such records can be exceptionally useful for future reference. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-journaling-new-habits-with-greg-peterson-and-the-urban-farm-team/

Our Weekly To Do with 5 DIY plumbing tips. Discussion of a homeowner's mystery buzzing noise in the home, sound deadening a room and an update on building a Rosie On The House Habitat For Humanity home as we celebrate our #1 Best Contractor Referral Service Award in Arizona for the 15th year in a row! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-5-plumbing-tips/

Considering solar? Rosie Certified Sun Valley Solar Solutions discusses why spring is the right time to look into it. There are many changes worth noting in understanding how solar panels and battery integration actually works for you and your energy bill. We are an advocate of solar. Not the shady sales tactics within the industry. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-third-party-owned-solar-panels-and-battery-pack-integration-with-sam-dunbar-of-sun-valley-solar-solutions/

Spring has sprung! Gardening Expert Jay Harper lists some of the warm season veggies to plant for a nice harvest. Also tips on rye grass lawns known as winter lawns 'sweet spot'. Irrigation, drip emitters, weed control and the benefits of flowers in your spring garden. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-warm-season-vegetables-with-gardening-expert-jay-harper/

Our Weekly To Do on smart home security. Plus questions about fixing dry rot patio beams, caulking around the toilet base, driveway cracks, balcony leaks and pool heating. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-getting-your-homes-air-filtration-right-with-todd-russo-of-reeis-air-conditioning/

Air conditioning failures can be traced to not changing air filters on a regular basis. Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning explains those filters are not only for air quality. They can strain the unit's components leading to costly failure. Learn more about changing your filters for a more comfortable home and the new filter he designed that can last longer than 30 days. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-getting-your-homes-air-filtration-right-with-todd-russo-of-reeis-air-conditioning/

Healthy soil builds a healthy life! Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com gives you the 'how to' using gypsum, organic matter for soil life and other things to hold moist soil from coconut core to sheep's wool? For vegetable gardens and trees, get all the incredible details! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-soil-building-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Our Weekly To Do on the benefits of Ductless Air Conditioners known as Mini-Splits. Introduce our newest partner 'Pigeons R Us'. Better way to insure coverage on sewer lines. Latest feature on our YouTube channel 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-ductless-ac/

Jarod Wright of Harmony Security discusses essential factors you should weight when deciding on a home security system. It can include more than just protection from break-ins. Find out what new situations have homeowner rethink wanting or updating their security system especially if Wi-Fi is involved. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-home-security-in-todays-digital-world-with-jared-wright-of-harmony-security/

Scott Sossaman of Sossaman Farms and Travis Tolmachoff of Grain Research & Development talk about ancient grains they're growing and developing. Grains dating back centuries and eras with customer interest and demand worldwide for these grains grown in Arizona. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-ancient-grains-with-julie-murphree-of-the-arizona-farm-bureau/

Martin Lopez of Omni Pool Builders and Design in Tucson discusses what sets them apart from other pool companies. Wait until you hear some incredible amenities incorporated in a design for a resort style pool in your backyard. Plus we cover remodeling trends in existing pools too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-design-your-dream-pool-with-martin-lopez-of-omni-pool-builders-and-design/

Weekly To Do on what's trending in the bathroom. Hands free toilets, bidets, lighting and more. Plus a follow up on last week's 'New To Arizona' article and questions on whitewashing block walls and things that do and don't need to be sealed. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-whats-new-in-the-loo/

Farmer Greg's guest is Shota Austin, Director of Tank's Green Stuff. Learn how the purchase of a landfill turned into a line of organic material gardening products. Whether in ground or raised garden to creating healthy soil, food tastes better when you grow your own. 'Shota Shows Ya' the way! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-new-garden-soil-prep-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm-and-shota-austin-of-tanks-green-stuff/

If you're new to Arizona, homeownership and living is unlike any other place. We have some things on what you need to know about Great State 48. Plus we answer emails, texts and listener calls with various questions about issues at their homes from ceiling damage to sewer lines, home warranties 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-new-to-arizona-living/

Disaster like fire, flood or wind hits your home. Who ya gonna call first? Jim Kowalski of Kowalski Construction explains why it's very important to have a restoration company on speed dial before you call your insurance company. You are obligated to mitigate the damage first and foremost. We discuss the best ways to pre-prepare for disaster even if you think it will never happen to you. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-restoration-contractor-mitigate-damages-when-disaster-strikes-with-kowalski-construction/

Gardening Expert Jay Harper is joined by Keith Waitmeyer of Treeland Nursery to discuss the many options of subtropical plants, flowers and shrubs grown by V & P Nursery. Lots of options for a beautiful colorful desert landscape. Plus tips on fertilizing, pruning and planting. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-subtropical-plants-with-jay-harper-and-v-and-p-nurseries/

Learn ways to freshen up a room with 'wall candy'. Follow up on recycling. Plus listener questions on sealing slump block homes, utility sink replacement, a warm spot on a ceramic tile floor 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-wall-candy/

For family members or a rental space, casitas can be a great living option and add value to your property. Building one requires a proper feasibility study with rule/code requirements and infrastructure. Bruce Stumbo and Alex Pajic of Rosie Right design.build.remodel. explain the process to build the right casita for your needs. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-backyard-casitas-for-relatives-or-rental-with-bruce-stumbo-of-rosie-right-design-build-remodel/

Hyper Local simply means growing food closer to where its consumed. From nearby farms to growing your own gardens, Justin discusses how and why its important for sustainability, food security and better tasting nutrient rich food. With more gardening tips included! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-hyper-local-food-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Pinal County farmer Paco Ollerton speaks of the value of forage crops grown in Arizona as if our lives depended on them. If our livestock didn't have access to them specifically alfalfa, we would not have the local dairy and beef food supply we do for Arizona. But technology comes to the rescue using less water with more yields. Paco details the story with Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-alfalfa-and-forage-crops-with-julie-murphree-of-the-az-farm-bureau-and-paco-ollertno-of-tierra-verde-farms/

Questions include mystery leaks on a flat roof, drywall ceiling over a patio, possible ceiling stress crack, elastomeric paint, super heating and home warranties versus home insurance riders. Plus the publisher of Green Living Magazine Dorie Morales. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-women-in-construction/

21% of recycling is actually being recycled. Yet over 75% is lost to trash to landfills. Solving this requires education and participation. Featuring guest Jeremy Walters of Republic Services, he talks about some of the gamechanging services they're using to get the correct paper, metal, glass and plastics recycled back to its original packaging. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-recycling-where-we-stand-and-where-were-going/

Questions from homeowners include tempered glass shower door exploding, stains thru a wall, bathroom tile cracking in a one year old home, termites, the Weekly To Do on recycling 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-where-to-recycle-everything/

Small home repairs can refresh the look of your home and you can do them yourself! Dressing up drywall wrapped windows, baseboards, even a single accent wall can turn bland into beautiful. We go over some ideas to get your thoughts started. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-manageable-home-projects-you-can-do-yourself/

Kristin Parsons of Cultivated, LLS joins Farmer Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm to discuss guilds. Guilds are a beneficial grouping of plants around a single tree or plant. The results lead to a self sustaining eco system that can lead to a bountiful harvest. You'll learn about the different kinds of guilds and its components. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-guilds-and-fruit-trees-with-greg-peterson-of-urban-farm-and-kristin-parsons-of-cultivated-llc/

Estate planning is essential to ensure your wishes are carried out to save your family time and distress. It doesn't have to be daunting no matter the amount of assets. We welcome a new handyman partner Response Crew. And homeowner questions from under the sink to the shower. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-document-your-estate/

Neighborhoods evolve through stages of development, growth, maturity, and sometimes revitalization or decline. We discuss considerations that can determine how a neighborhood moves forward or out of favor. Plus listener questions on water leaks, sewer line replacement, plumbing fixtures and when to have the evap coil on the air conditioner cleaned. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-how-neighborhood-life-cycles-shape-resident-experiences/

Landscape lighting used to be installed mainly to light our way. Now, lighting goes far beyond function and adds beauty and ambiance to our landscape. Nick Cervi, owner of Rosie Certified Nite Worx Of Arizona, tells us that if we start with a design in mind, we can take our home from plain to exceptional with the right lighting! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-outdoor-lighting/

Answering follow up listener questions from the On The House Hour with DunRite Windows And Doors. Discussion of our Youtube Channel short video clips of tips from our Certified Partners on everything from pools to painting and more. Weekly To Do on doing an inventory of your home for insurance purposes 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-inventory-your-home/

As part of the Grand Opening of DunRite Windows & Doors Showroom, Sal Sacato discusses what you'll see, feel, touch and operate in their new showroom. Window energy efficiency factors such as U Factor, Solar Heat Gain, Low-E coatings and noise reduction that can add to your summer and winter comfort. Windows and doors are the weakest link in your home's envelope. Get an understanding on better windows and doors. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-showroom-shopping-for-window-upgrade-with-sal-sucato-of-dunrite-windows-doors/

Learn about tips to handle frost damaged vegetable plants and lawns. Why it's the right time to plant bare root fruit trees while dormant. Understanding microclimates and chill hours for success and the Utopian Harvest Model. A way to grow food whether in big or small gardens to contribute produce on consignment; or in other words a "side hustle". Guest Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com guides you through all of this and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-the-ultimate-garden-hour-bare-root-fruit-trees-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Weekly To Do on exterior window treatments. Energy Star rated windows meet strict energy efficient guidelines keeping rooms cool in summer and warm in winter. We discuss why its worth the investment along with shading tips. Knight Air Conditioning's Carisa Knight assists with a listener email on a possible heat pump problem on a cold morning. Plus other things happening at Rosie On 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-exterior-window-treatments/

A new year often brings inspiration to refresh and update our homes. A simple color change can make dull or outdated spaces look and feel new. Sherwin Williams' Senior Designer Account Executive Laurie Clark talks about how Color Marketing Group determines color trends, the Sherwin Williams color of the year called Upward and tools you can use to help find the right colors for your project. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-2024-paint-colors-of-the-year/

90% of the leafy greens you enjoy are grown and shipped fresh from farms in Yuma, AZ. Kami Weddle-Van Horn from Rousseau Farming Company joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to discuss the logistics, technologies and continuing research in food safety to keep those 170 million salad servings per day to your table. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-leafy-greens-with-julie-murphree-of-arizona-farm-bureau-and-kami-weddle-of-rousseau-farming-company/

We talk about some of the things Rosie On The House has planned for 2024. The digital benefits managing your home with the Rosie On The House Home Maintenance App. Romey goes over the features it provides. A listener got two bids for solar that look suspicious in price. Plus how you can help build a Rosie On The House Habitat For Humanity Home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-rosie-app/

Discussions on the concept of Super Cooling your home to save money and energy. Decking your pool instead of removing it. Hanging drywall. Correct mortar mix for masonry. And replacing a shower head. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-your-top-5-diy-articles-of-2023/

A look back at some of our guests including Peggy Sue Sorenson and Mike Clow discussing native edibles. From mesquite bean pods to prickly pear and more. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com features his tips for watering vegetables, bushes and trees plus natural weed control. Jen Millican of Stoltz Dairy talks farm fresh milk, sustainable practices at the dairy and COW JOKES! And Romey discusses what's coming up in this hour for 2024. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-best-of-2023

A heat pump is considered more efficient than traditional ways to heat and cool your space. We go over how it functions and other things you should know. Homeowner questions about a leaky chimney flu, whole home humidifier, recirculating pumps 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-what-is-a-heat-pump/

We discuss our Top 5 Blogs of 2023. These include steps to enhance outdoor lighting, buying a new home versus remodeling in a high interest rate market, tips from an electrician, designing the best bathroom for your needs and painting tips from a pro! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-your-top-5-blogs-of-2023/

You'll be surprised to know what fruits grow well in the low desert. The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson lists the specific fruit and citrus trees to plant. Difference between bare root and potted with the importance of trunk diameter at the tree base. Proper method to plant a tree from digging the hole to creating healthy soil. Watering and fertilizing techniques to get you thru hot summers and cold winters. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-plant-your-fruit-trees-with-farmer-greg-peterson/

Our Weekly To Do on ways to mitigate pipe freezes. A listener thinks he has a vapor lock issue in his hot water piping system. We call in a lifeline from Day And Night Plumbing for some answers. Plus other questions on damaged tile in a sunken patio and a air conditioner condensate leak solution before the warranty runs out. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-pipe-freezes/

President and CEO of Habitat For Humanity Central Arizona Jason Barlow has grown this chapter of Habitat to one of the best in the country. It's more that building homes for those in need. It's the volunteers, ReStores, De-Construction teams, the first 3D constructed home in Arizona. He talks about it all including the new Construction Training Program featuring classes, on the job training and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-positively-impact-your-community-with-habitat-for-humanity/

Jay Harper talks about living gifts! Simple holiday Christmas plants like poinsettia, Christmas cactus, amaryllis, cyclamen and the popular Christmas tree. We give gardener book suggestion gifts and we throw in some pruning tips too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-living-gift-with-jay-harper/

Refreshing kitchen and bathroom cabinets can be a lot less expensive that purchasing new ones depending on the condition and construction. We give you ideas on making that refresh count. Plus homeowner questions on home noises, fixing a stucco block wall planter and roofing. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-freshen-your-cabinets/