Rosie on the House

Sewer back ups and clogged drain lines can happen anytime. Brandon Williams of Day And Night Plumbing discusses some of the tools they use to unclogged those drains and inspections to move your wastewater out. We also cover noninvasive techniques for installing new sewer lines that don't require saw cutting. Plus listeners have some plumbing issue we try to tackle. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-plumbing-drain-scoping-cleaning-replacing-with-brandon-williams-of-day-night-air-conditioning-heating-plumbing/

Two types of lawns in Arizona: winter rye grass and summer bermuda. Jay Harper gives you tips for transition to softer winter lawns. Time to plant those leafy greens, root crops and modified stem vegetables and flower gardens. Plus other gardening tips including a unique vegetable you would never think would be successful in the desert. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-overseed-with-jay-harper/

We discuss The National Fire Protection Association's "Cooking Safety Starts With You" campaign with tips on safety and fire prevention in the kitchen. Introducing our newest Certified Partner Mason Pro Services. How to hang a picture on a slump block wall, roof underlay and other homeowner tips. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-fire-protection-week/

Mobility can become more difficult as we age. A formidable obstacle in the home is our bathroom where most accidents happen from slipping and falling. Derek Rogers, Owner of Rosie on the House Certified Aqua Therapy Tubs, discusses the necessary steps to achieve an accessible bathroom. Plus how he got started in his business and his passion for helping Military Veterans. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-improved-quality-of-life-with-a-therapy-tub-with-derek-rogers-of-aqua-therapy-tubs/

Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com featured tree is the Canyon Hackberry. A desert adapted, semi-deciduous shade tree that can sustain growth in rocky type soil. Tips on the best trees to plant right now for fruit and shade. Plus Justin's levels of frost protection ahead of winter including the proper method to cover plants. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-frost-protection-and-the-tree-of-the-month-canyon-hackberry-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

When toilets are flushed, the wastewater goes to a city sewer system or a stand alone septic tank. We touch on how they function. Plus homeowner questions on a inch and a half drop from garage to paver driveway, algae buildup in a solar water heater, casitas, building a garage near a shade tree, why are electric panels outdoors, 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-septic-vs-sewer/

In a period of high interest rates, there could be an option to use your 'home's savings account'. It's called equity. Could you cash out by selling your home or use equity to remodel your existing home? Plus homeowner questions on water pipe hammering, pool waterfall cracks, cooling a hot attic and a listener was surprised to hear what his insurance company will do if he installs a metal roof. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-choosing-between-investing-in-a-new-home-and-renovation-amidst-todays-high-interest-rate-landscape/

Rogers Livestock co-owner Kevin Rogers is joined by Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to talk pork and much more! Kevin is passionate about teaching the fine art of pig showing and teaching Arizona youth the leadership skills that accompany it. Plus more facts about pigs and pork that brings in over 11 million dollars in sales for Arizona. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-pork-with-julie-murphree-kevin-rogers/

Wildfire Research Engineer Faraz Hedayati of The Insurance Institute For Business And Home Safety explains what the institute does thru research to better mitigate structure damage from wildfires. Plus homeowner questions on issues with a converted carport to garage, solar installation, window leak and a follow up from a recent listener who's building a cabin in the high country. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-furniture-flip/

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/on-the-house-functional-elegance-of-night-lighting-with-nick-cervi-of-nite-worx-of-arizona/

Creating or updating your backyard for entertainment takes a plan. Modifications for pools? Outdoor kitchens? Furniture for sitting areas? Audio and visual infrastructure? Grass or artificial turf? Shade trees or structures? Bill Jenkins of Think Green Landscaping, Aaron Merkow of Core Landscaping and Nick Cervi of Nite Worx Of Arizona lighting explains how to get it started. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-outdoor-living-backyard-entertainment-with-jay-harper-and-v-and-p-nurseries/

Updating what's going on at Rosie On The House. A visit with one of our Arizona Staycation participants The Park Hotel & Smelter Town Brewery in Clarkdale, Arizona. Plus homeowner questions on what to consider when deciding on two bids for a painting project and a water pressure regulator. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-choosing-your-adhesive/

Jon Bolenbaugh is a Mighty Electrician! He discusses everything electrical. Electrical panel inspections and proper upgrades especially for electric vehicles, lighting, fire, smoke and carbon dioxide detectors, GFCI circuits and more tips so you can plug in safely. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-common-electrical-system-maintenance-and-improvements-with-jon-bolenbaugh-of-the-mighty-electricians/

Composting makes gardens grow, produces food and scraps from that food for more composting. Its called regenerative design. Farmer Greg Peterson explains different types of composting and other contributors to a compost mix from chickens, worms and soldier flies. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-compost-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

Big winners and new partners open the hour. Weekly To-Do on choosing a service provider/contractor with great advice especially for elderly homeowners who might be sold services they don't need. Plus, homeowner questions on a home addition with an existing attic, tankless water heaters and selecting a roofing material. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-living-in-place-service-providers/

Joe Miller of The Arizona Painting Company shares tips and tricks for the do-it-yourselfer. Starting with proper preparation of the painting area before you paint, we also cover selecting the right paints for ceilings, walls and doors. Joe shares brush and roller application tips, and proper clean up of brushes and rollers for the next project. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-paint-new-buildings-vs-repainting-existing-buildings-with-joe-miller-of-arizona-paint-company/

Jay Harper gets your garden ready for planting! Listing many root, modified stem, and leafy edibles you can put in the ground now. His soil preparation mix for a basic 100 square foot garden. Plus Ray Lopez of Scottsdale Weed Control has what it takes to control or eradicate weeds in gardens and lawns. We also cover proper installation of artificial turf! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-fall-vegetables-and-weeds-with-jay-harper-and-ray-lopez-of-scottsdale-weed-control/

Our Weekly To Do on natural cleaners with ingredients like white vinegar, baking soda, isopropyl alcohol and more that you can make yourself. We welcome a new partner Armored Roofing. We explain why we use 3rd party GuildQuality for real, accurate reviews. Plus a homeowner update on a fire pit issue, increasing electrical amps for home addition, glass block leaks and roofing that reflects heat. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-natural-cleaners/

David Byrnes of Green Integrated Design discusses zoning your air conditioning/heating system in your home. Dividing your home into various heating and cooling areas based on when the spaces are used. Technological advances like zoning dampers and efficient units reduces energy use, lower costs and improved comfort and air quality. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-zoning-your-homes-hvac-system-may-improve-efficiency-and-utility-cost-with-david-byrnes-of-greenid/

Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner talks about a great alternative to oleanders. The Tree Of The Month the Arizona Rosewood. Planting for shade with deciduous trees for summer shade and warmth for winter. How to store seeds and a simple method to test them before planting. Plus we bet you never heard about trampoline gardening, but you will here! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-plant-shade-and-the-tree-of-the-month-arizona-rosewood-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

To get ready for the best season in Arizona, we have tips to clean up and other suggestions for your outdoor space. And homeowners have some questions about a possible line leak to the pool auto fill, how to remove stucco from masonry block and mystery powdery residue on a cement floor. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-planning-for-fall/

No matter how you get your water, the source of that water varies. While municipalities do a great job providing safe water, you can get a test for hardness and natural occurring elements. Especially since the discovery of PFAS or 'Forever Chemicals'. Jon Owens of Kinetico Water Systems discusses what a water test could find and how water treatment can benefit your water quality even more. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-learn-whats-in-your-water-and-how-to-remove-it-with-kinetico-water-systems/

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree joins us to talk Farm Fresh Emerging Crops with special guests Professor Alicia Ellis & husband Justin Perry of Perry Land And Cattle. But their expertise doesn't stop there! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-emerging-crops-with-az-farm-bureau-and-cts-greenwaste-recycling/

Farmers markets have become a primary and sustainable source for fresh, local food in addition to other things you might find. Plus we tackle homeowners questions on window and solar installation issues, water pressure regulators, ceiling cracks and building a casita. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-farmers-market-guide/

Excessive heat has put heavy demands on air conditioners. Especially if you have an older unit. Todd Russo of REEIS Air Conditioning discusses indicators to consider if you need a new system. What to look for in a new system and more recommendations on the types of units, efficiencies and potential savings. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-calculating-when-its-time-to-invest-in-a-new-air-conditioning-unit-with-reeis-air-conditioning/

Farmer Greg Peterson loves growing fruit and citrus trees. He discusses what it takes to set yourself up for successful good eats! From chill hours and root stocks to avoiding areas that can hurt those trees, he lists the varieties that can thrive and those that don't do well. Plus explains why trees are generally sold by pot size and what to look for before you buy. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-desert-fruit-trees-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

The Weekly To Do on room transformations. Simple things you can do to accent a room. Plus tips on dishwashers, cork product that's an alternative to paint, solar scams and Rosie helps a homeowner with choosing a new air conditioning unit that needs replacing. Starting with questions about his home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-room-transformations/

Fred and Freddie Willsher of The WILLSH Corporation are pros with handyman demolition, concrete, drywall repair, framing, painting and more! It's the extra steps they take that have their clients, old and new, calling them back for their services. DIY'ers can learn plenty from their techniques. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-working-smarter-not-harder-on-your-home-improvement-projects-with-the-willsh/

Lawn transition to winter rye grass in your future? Aaron Merkow of Core Landscape discusses getting the best quality seed. Then preparing the ground and checking your irrigation and sprinkler heads before you begin to seed and cover. Ray Lopez of Scottsdale Weed Control has tips for applying pre-emergent to stop weeds. Considering artificial turf? We've got thoughts on that too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-summer-landscape-with-core-landscape-and-scottsdale-weed-control/

We talk with South Mountain Community College about their ACE program for high school students to consider a career and get certified in the building science trades. Demand with great pay is available now and classes learning a trade/skill for DIY-ers of any age is available too! Our Weekly To Do on off site storage facilities. Listener follow up about restoration after a home disaster 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-off-site-storage/

While we hope it doesn't happen, do you know what to do after a fire, flood, or storm damage to your home? When calamities strike, restoration companies are the ones qualified to put our homes back together. Jim Kowalski of Kowalski Construction has crews on the ready to mitigate the initial damage and gives you some valuable information about the restoration process. Don't wait for the insurance company. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-restoration-process-after-a-home-disaster-with-kowalski-construction/

Justin Rohner of Agriscape.com discusses some of the features of our Tree Of The Month the Texas Olive tree. An evergreen that's known as the feminine tree of the desert. Understanding the various types of tree diseases from the roots to the chutes and how to manage them. Thinking about that winter rye grass lawn, now is the time to prepare. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-tree-diseases-and-tree-of-the-month-texas-olive-with-agriscaping/

We share tips to help you make your next yard sale a success. Plus, we welcome Deborah with Atkinson Insurance Team to our certified partner network. We also tackle homeowner questions on tarping a roof, filling a sunken living room, update on preventing home title theft, what is a 'tourron' 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-successful-yard-sale/

Craig O'Grady of Desert Sun Pools says pool design, construction and mechanics have come a long way from cookie cutter shaped pools. He discusses proper planning, filtration, new tech to separate debris from the filter, interior surfaces, when to drain it, efficient pool pumps and more to enjoy your cool pool! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-considerations-for-building-and-remodeling-a-pool-with-desert-sun-pools/

Predicting the future of Arizona Agriculture is a tall task with ever changing resources and technology. Whatever it looks like, it will be a shining example to the rest of the world. Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Curry Farms' Ed Curry to discuss those technologies in mechanics, irrigation, seed genetics and growing crops with natural benefits using less water. Plus Ed is well known for chili genetics. His work is in just about every product using chilies. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-agadvancements-with-arizona-farm-bureau-spokeswoman-julie-murphree-curry-seed-chile-company-farmer-ed-curry/

Pets are a part of the family too! We have tips to keep them safe and comfortable inside and out. Plus we answer some homeowner questions on an addition to a Santa Fe style home and our take on insulating the outside of block structures. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-pets-place/

“The remodeling process began to improve when architects brought engineers and contractors to the design phase”, says Rosie Romero of Rosie Right Design Build Remodel. The need to address the budget from the start became an essential part of the process to set parameters. Joined by Romano Klepec, they explain that 'showroom' is out and design studio is in. Explaining the 'design build' concept with an emphasis to make each process as stress free as possible. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-remodel-vision-into-reality-using-proper-design-with-rosieright-design-build-remodel-live-at-their-design-studio-grand-opening/

Outdoor patios are no longer just a concrete slab with a grill and furniture on it. A majority of the year is spent outside in Arizona. How about a kitchen, BBQ grills, big screen TVs, cabinets and misting systems. Its starts with a plan. Bruce Stumbo with Rosie Right design.build.remodel gives you the insights you need to get started. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-building-your-backyard-paradise-in-the-desert-with-rosieright-design-build-remodel/

A look at outdoor flooring. Some types work better for spaces that are exposed to the weather especially with summer heat. Plus homeowner questions on roof ridge vents, water heater, galvanized plumbing, roof coatings and our favorite way to cool your home and save money: Super Cooling! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-outdoor-floor/

Real estate practitioners tout the ability to sell your home faster and get more money for it. Together with Rosie Certified Vikki Gorman of Realty Executives, we are taking a hard look at what it means to be “buyer centric” as opposed to "seller centric". We introduce the Arizona Home Buying Plan for successful homeownership. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-arizona-home-buyer-protection-with-vikki-gorman-of-realty-executives/

With weeks of extreme heat and morning lows in the 90's, Farmer Greg Peterson says more attention is needed for trees and gardens. Discussion includes hot micro climates, proper watering and mulching, cooling the ground, shade structures, fertilizing and benefits of foliar feeding. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farm-extreme-heat-gardening-with-farmer-greg-peterson/

Bruce Stumbo from Rosie Right Design. Build.Remodel. joins Rosie to answer homeowner questions. We introduce a new partner to our network Vikki Gorman of Realty Executives. Bruce talks about some of the green products he says homeowners are asking for 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-green-living-innovations/

We highly endorse solar. However, we can't say the same for the industry because there's plenty of bad information, installs and sales tactics with little or no knowledge about it. Get straight talk about solar panels, batteries, and more with Sun Valley Solar Solutions' Sam Dunbar and Anthony Weidenfeller. Be smart about cutting your energy bill. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-your-solar-and-battery-solutions-with-sun-valley-solar-solutions/

Aaron Markow of Core Landscape joins Jay Harper to talk about landscape care in excessive heat temperatures. Irrigation controllers you can adjust to watering needs, artificial turf care for pets, landscape lighting and answers some listeners questions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-seasonal-landscape-design-with-jay-harper-aaron-merkow-of-core-landscape/

What does a homeowner need to know about the permitting process to build on your property? What projects do require and don't require a permit? Special guest Lisa Hertzog is the City Of Phoenix Residential Plan Review Coordinator who joins us to shed some light about these and other homeowner questions. Please Note: every municipality can have different codes for permits. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-building-codes-and-permits/

Improved comfort, reduced utility bills, dust and pest control plus noise reduction at price that will surprise you. Dennis Rodenburg of Rosie Certified of Thermal Advantage discusses these advantages of his foam application process for masonry built home and other applications. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-reduce-heat-dust-and-utility-bills-using-foam-insulation-with-thermal-advantage/

Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner gives you the lowdown on the Tree Of The Month the Desert Willow. Plus how plants deal with excessive heat to survive. Learn about plant assassins, the best way to anchor trees for monsoon storms, the benefits of dust storms, and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-desert-plant-survival-and-the-tree-of-the-month-desert-willow-with-agriscaping/

Arizona Senator Wendy Rogers talks about legislation to prevent home titles from being stolen without the homeowner's knowledge. Preparing that 'honey do' list before getting started. And homeowner questions on using LED bulbs in light fixtures, gate locks, misting systems and finding your property lines. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-honey-do-month/

From mounting brackets to displaying, we go over how to show your pride in flying the American flag. Including some of the US Flag code rules and Rosie's recommended books to read about the history of this country. We even add some answers to American homeowner questions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-how-to-properly-fly-the-u-s-flag-for-july-4th/

Arizona Farm Bureau President Stefanie Smallhouse joins Julie Murphree to discuss the current state of water in Arizona Agriculture. A complex issue with other states on less Colorado River water use. And the importance of agriculture to the state and beyond. Plus farm fresh Arizona melons that produce the sweetest fruit found anywhere. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-arizona-melons-with-julie-murphree-and-stefanie-smallhouse-of-the-arizona-farm-bureau/