Rosie On The House

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/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-windowwonders/

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/

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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/

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/