Rosie On The House

Our Weekly To Do on easy fixes to change the look around the home that won't cost you a bunch of bucks. Rosie gets busted suggesting cutting the emergency release cord on the garage door. Additional homeowner tips on insulation, solar, water filtration 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-5easyupdates/

The origin of Phoenix, Arizona dates back to the Hohokam people 2000 years ago. Why did they think a society can grow and survive in the area? Mayor's Office Official Historian Steve Schumacher and Architect Don Ryden discuss their amazing resourcefulness that grew their society. The story of Jack Swilling, the founding father of Phoenix. Architectural style of the state capital building and how the city came to be in its current location. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-arizona-history-with-don-ryden-steve-schumacher/

The wonders of what can grow in winter! Citrus begins to ripen. Plants for color and edibles with health benefits like pansies as a natural antihistamine. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses other winter wonders including keeping a Christmas tree alive longer with chelated iron and corn syrup, planting during moon phases and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-winter-garden-wonders-with-agriscaping/

Our Weekly To Do on backsplashes. Home security tip about your garage door that you likely never thought about. Bridges Connor of Get Organized With Bridges talks about cleaning out Christmas past for Christmas presents. And answering homeowner questions on fixing squeaky hinges, possible duct leaks, extended warranties on air conditioners and attaching address numbers to stucco. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-uniquebacksplashes/

Rosie is joined by Dr. David Dean, Assistant Professor Of History at Grand Canyon University.  Discussing the day 'that will live in infamy'. Pearl Harbor has a distinct connection to Arizona. Recalling the events that led up to the surprise attack. The history of the USS Arizona prior to the bombing. Maleena Deer talks about the USS Arizona Memorial Gardens At Salt River in Scottsdale that features a relic of the USS Arizona's boathouse. Outside of documentaries, the movie that best emphasizes the event with actors who actually served in World War II. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-pearl-harbor-day-with-dr-david-dean/

Arizona Senator and grain farmer Tim Dunn joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to discuss the essential element for the 30 billion dollar Arizona agriculture industry: Water. Even with farmers producing 'more crops per drop', challenges lie ahead with negotiations and agreements with water usage.  Julie and Senator Dunn discuss those challenges to provide a continued economy for Arizona which produces food for the country. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-and-azwater-with-arizona-farm-bureau-tim-dunn-of-dunn-grain-company/

Holiday tips include organizing your kitchen, fridge and other things around the home before guests arrive with Bridges Connor of Get Organized With Bridges. Electrical check before you hang those outdoor Christmas lights. What is Brown Friday? And homeowner questions on heating a pool and replacing an aged roof. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-securingwindowsdoors/

Arizona travel writer and author Roger Naylor is back with a new book about Arizona National Parks & Monuments. Besides the big 3 National Parks, Arizona is home to the most National Monuments of any state and various historic sites, trails and heritage areas dating back thousands of years. There's plenty to see in Great State 48  and the views are spectacular too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/arizona-hour-arizona-national-park-monuments-with-author-roger-naylor/

CYC Landscaping's Mark Wentland and Linnzy Foster of Think Green Design discuss what to consider for outdoor landscapes, kitchens and comfort features. From plants and trees to appliances.  Cooling misting systems and shade structures to heating and firepits. Whatever you like to have done depends on what you desire for family gatherings and fun. Don't forget your pets too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/landscape-designs-and-considerations/

Miss Becky of Arizona Chimney & Air Ducts assists in the Weekly To Do on chimney care and maintenance. Rosie's daughter Julia talks about her neighborhood gathering she calls 'Friendsgiving' that you might try in your neighborhood. Homeowner questions on a home electrical panel, landscape design, digging a well and a somewhat odd question about a tankless water heater issue. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-chimneycare/

Living in your home for a really long period of time you might not notice areas that need upgrading since the home was built. We talk about 5 fixes to bring the home up to date and make it more livable or if you plan to sell it.  Plus a homeowner asks about adding a second story over a garage as rental property.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-bring-your-aging-home-up-to-date/  

The Urban Farm's 'Farmer Greg' Peterson's guest is Jordan Stejskal. She has an extensive background in the relationships between plants and people. Discussions include edible and medicinal plants, kaos gardening, permaculture design, foraging and bio-regional herbalism. Topics that can take your backyard gardening to another level. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-desertwintergardening-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm-jordan-stejskal/

Weekly To Do on sealing your home with weatherstripping, caulking and other ways to keep the winter cold out. Homeowner questions on foam insulation, dryer vent issue, re-roofing bids, heat pump washer dryer combo, single versus dual stage air conditioners 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-sealyourhome/

Many homeowners turn their attention to landscaping and fall gardening with the friendlier temperatures. One of our favorite resources for mindful planting and water conservation is Water-Use it Wisely Guests Donna DiFrancesco and Victoria Caster discuss the many plants and trees that work well in our climate and the many xeriscape gardens you can visit for ideas in your landscape. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-xeriscape-demonstration-gardens-with-water-use-it-wisely/

V&P Nurseries' Katie Ann Franklin along with Jay Harper discuss the many flowering shrubs and trees to consider planting for color and attracting wildlife. Learn about plant containers from sizes to the proper way to remove from the container to your garden. When to consider rejuvenation pruning and more.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-floweringshrubs-with-jay-harper-vp-nurseries/

We discuss our Weekly To Do among other topics happening around Rosie On The House from the Homeowner Handbook, Staycations to homeowner questions on a mysterious 90 degree angled pipe outside the home and Sentricon versus Termidor for termite control. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-familytraditions/

According to Remodeling Magazine's Cost versus Value Report, the garage door is one of the most cost effective improvements with a very high return on investment. Chris and Peter Brown of Same Day Garage Doors discuss the types of doors, their components, maintenance and when an upgrade could be in order for great curb appeal and proper working order. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-face-of-your-home-the-garage-door-with-same-day-garage-door-services/

Grow your garden by growing it upwards!  Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says raised beds are the best and faster way to grow vegetables and other plants. He discusses the steps to construct a raised structure, what to fill in it besides rich soil, watering techniques and more. The height depends on making it accessible to your comfort level.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-raisedbedgardening-with-agriscaping/

A some what stinky hour discussing sewer type odors in a bathroom from a recent homeowner. Rosie explains a test used to find the source and a possible solution.  Our Weekly To Do on septic tank maintenance. Rosie Certified Realtor Vikki Gorman/Realty Executive talks about the state of the residential home market. Homeowner questions 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-septicsewercare/

While the construction industry has been slow to change, new technologies have emerged. Our curiosity often drives us to investigate these new technologies. Listen to Ty and Wendy Warbington's challenges building a home using steel components over wood. Also Architect Mark Candelaria's experience building and completing a 3D printed home for Habitat For Humanity. Permitting was a real team effort with newer challenges in materials and inspections. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-getting-permits-when-using-new-building-materials/