Rosie on the House: Recent Episodes
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Rosie began remodeling in 1972 and is founder of one of the most successful remodeling companies in the nation. Tune in to KTAR News 92.3 on Saturdays, 7-11 a.m., to hear Rosie and his son, Romey, tackle projects around the house.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #FamilyTraditions - 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.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Face Of Your Home, The Garage Door! - 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.
THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Raised Bed Gardening! - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #SepticSewerCare - 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Getting Permits When Using New Building Materials! - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Arizona Cotton! - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Arizona cotton farmer Todd Rovey. Cotton is one of the 5 C's of the state's economy. Todd discusses what compels him to grow a plant that has many uses besides natural fabric. What it takes to grow cotton. How AI technology is used to weed out the fields. And how the effects of cotton are found in every grocery store aisle.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #LightUpYourLife - Followup on a home energy audit report performed by Green ID's David Byrnes. He talks about problems found that caused the homeowner to loose 1/3 of cooling energy causing high bills. Weekly To Do on lighting with Cory Schneider of Lighting Unlimited. How LEDs have replaced all other bulbs using much less energy with a longer lifespan. And the choices are in the thousands. Plus answer some homeowner questions.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Ways Carpeting Is Being Used Today! - Julie Taylor of Bram Flooring talks about advancements in carpet flooring. Stain resistant fibers, moisture barrier carpet padding, antimicrobial protection against bacteria, mold and mildew. Longer lasting colors and lifespan. Cleaning care to keep the warranty in effect. Sustainability and recycling too. Its nothing like carpeting decades ago.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Seeds And Grains With The Urban Farm & Barrio Bread! - The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson's guest is Don Guerra, award winning baker and founder of Barrio Bread in Tucson. His incredible naturally fermented artisan breads made from heritage grains grown in Arizona. His passion for Community Supported Bakery and education from seed to grains to various healthy breads that's good for you. To Don, bread isn't just a business. Its the bakery of the future.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #ReplaceKitchenFaucet - Our Weekly To Do featuring how to install a kitchen faucet. Rosie introduces you to a tool called a basin wrench that makes replacing and installing a time saving job. What's inside the free 2025 The Rosie On The House Homeowner Handbook and how to get yours. Homeowner questions answered and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Adding Function And Accessibility With Aqua Therapy Tubs! - Derek Rogers' mission at Aqua Therapy Tubs is to allow every person the ability to age in their homes safely, comfortably and with the dignity they deserve. They do that thru expert bathroom remodels designed with accessibility in mind—perfect for seniors, veterans, and individuals with mobility challenges. Learn how you can have an aqua therapy tub installed in your home.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Fall Colors! - Fall leaves are changing and its the absolute time for planting. Take advantage of cooler air temperatures, shorter days and more water retention to establish plants, trees and shrubs. Garden Expert Jay Harper discusses the fine points of potting soil to lawn transition for the 'soft grass' enjoyable outside lawn.
OPEN HOME HOUR! OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #WinterHomeCare - Homeowner questions on proper disconnection and removal of septic tanks. Weekly To Do on preparations before it happens. Habitat For Humanity crew leader Pam Dullum talks about a home build on site. Stories from Hurricane Milton in Florida. And more scams to be aware of.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Tank Or Not To Tank, Water Heaters And More! - Myke Clark of Day And Night Plumbing takes a deep dive into water heaters. The 3 basics: tank, tankless and hybrid heaters. Each have different sizes, advantages, maintenance and lifespan. Get to know about blow molded plastic water heaters. Water treatment softening, water pressure regulators and recirculating pumps for better efficiency too.
THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Inside Out Gardening! - Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner discusses Inside Out Gardening. Simply put, growing your plants from seed inside to plant in your garden outside. Get some seed knowledge, benefits of shifting climates, ways to get rid of caterpillars and grubs, baking the soil and more for a better 'green thumb'.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #ElectricalSafetyCheck - Lead Electrician John Bishop of Mason Pro Services identifies the things you should know to check and keep your electrical system in great, safe shape. Plus other topics on water brick storage, water pressure regulators and other news of the day.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Lesser Known Side Of Your HVAC - David Byrnes of Green Integrated Design discusses Home Energy Audits. It can lead to a more healthy, efficient, and comfortable living space by diagnosing key energy-wasters and insufficiencies. Its the lesser known side of your air conditioning. But knowing where the energy leaks are leads to a more efficient air conditioner and lower energy bills.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Pork With The Arizona Farm Bureau - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Kevin Gary Rogers. Owner of ShowRite Feeds and his own show pig business Rogers Livestock. He talks about his passion for raising show pigs known as 'a beauty pageant for athletes'. And his other passion on pork. Even with its many nutritional benefits still considered under appreciated compared to beef and chicken. Yet price competitive.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: Painting Prep - Weekly To Do with painting tips including Rosie's way to store paint after use. Plus discussion on whole home electric surge protection, water treatment and more great homeowner information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! From Prep To Perfection For A Perfect Paint Job! - Planning to paint? Listen to Rosie's pro Doug Caris of The Arizona Painting Company. The right preparation of color selection, tools, coverings and paint application to help you paint like a pro! Plenty of tips and a trick or two featured in this podcast 'on the house'.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Fall Vegetables! - Nursery expert Jay Harper says its time to plant that fall vegetable garden. Think anything with a leaf, root and part of a stem. Gardening techniques on seed spacing, organic matter & composting, square foot gardening and more for a great harvest. Plant what you enjoy eating!
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: Garbage Disposal Maintenance - Weekly To Do on the most ignored appliance in the kitchen: The garbage disposal. Cleaning, maintenance and why you must run cold water while it running. Homeowner questions about cleaning grout and water softening loop issue. A listener's successful career in welding as part of our support for a career in the construction trades. And lots of doings around 'The House'.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Best Windows, Doors & Skylights For Phoenix's Climate! - Tyler Green of Rosie Certifed FREELITE (as in 'free light') talks about windows, doors and skylights that bring more light into your home. Energy efficiency on window frames, glass, doors and sliding glass doors plus security locking. Plus discussion on skylight construction and installation.
ULTIMATE GARDENING HOUR! Edible Landscapes With Agriscaping! - 'Taste as good as it looks!' That's what Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com says about creating edible landscapes at home. It starts with a design plan. Integrating your water sources, drainage and microclimates in the space. Then decide what food and flowers to plant. For first timers or established gardeners, Justin has the tips, tricks and more to help your area be food secure.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do: Gallery Wall! - Our Weekly To Do on creating a gallery wall. Some great safety tips for elderly homeowner who are aging in place. And homeowner questions on home insurance related to foundation issues, replacing a bathroom exhaust fan, fogger in the attic, crickets in the walls and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! When And How To Hire A Handyman! - Having a relationship with a licensed reliable handyman is a valuable resource. Ryan Hopkins of Handyman Connection discusses the things that a handyman versus a contractor can do. What tasks a handyman can perform. Preparation for handyman appointments. And tips for finding the right handyman for your 'honey do list'
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Tree Nuts With Arizona Farm Bureau! - Guest Harold Payne of The Arizona Pecan Association along with Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree discuss nuts. Specifically pecans, pistachios and some almonds. Thanks to a great climate and technology, these nutrient dense nuts are enjoyed around the country and across the world. Learn about Harold's extensive background in pecan production. And a pecan tree's lifespan can last 100 years!
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do: Tips For Outdoor Lighting - Discussions include the Weekly To Do on outdoor lighting, home security, a Super Cooling record, window replacement versus glass repair, metal french door lock malfunction, least visited (award winning) Arizona State Parks, Habitat For Humanity and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Another Air Conditioning Refrigerant Transition For 2025! - As environmental concerns continue to shape regulations, the HVAC industry is undergoing a significant shift away from R-410A refrigerant. The so called “GWP” (global warming potential) is what the EPA uses as an indicator of the “negative impact” of a gas on “climate change.” Todd Russo of REEIS Air Conditioning discusses what the transition means for new and current units plus the potential costs associated with them. The takeaway is be informed! Avoid potential shady tactics about this transition.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Growing WILD Food With The Urban Farm! - The food is familiar. Its just grows wild to let nature do what is does. 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm brings his 'lazy gardner' way to set up layers for a food forest in your backyard. Seeds, trees, shrubs, veggies and more all part of the plan. Toss in a stacking function with the many benefits of keeping chickens. The key is to think like nature.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do: Fire Prevention - We discuss many topics including proper paint disposal, home security, a roof life extention coating, filling gaps in floor tile, window opening problem, Rosie comments on the state of Maine subsidizing heat pump for an interesting reason that could change his mind and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Foundation Weakness & Solutions With Arizona Foundation Solutions - One thing foundation problems all have in common is that they will only get worse when ignored, leaving you exposed to potential property damage. Any cracks in drywall, stucco or stem wall could be a sign of foundation issues. But Victor Ramirez of Arizona Foundation Solutions has some innovative solutions to repair your foundation and stabilize your home or business building. Learn all about it here!
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do: Water Heater Care - Weekly To Do on maintenance of the tank water heater including the function of the anode rod. Beware of 'knock on the door' roofing scams after storm damage. And our partners from Realty Executives talk about a new Buyer-Broker contract you must sign before touring prospective homes. A good thing for full transparency upfront including negotiating terms for compensation. (Its a nationwide contract)
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! A Sweep Of The Flooring Industry! - Von Payne of Rosie Certified East Valley Floors talks about luxury vinyl plank, the new trend in flooring. Advancements in carpeting with better protection and color sustainability. Plus a deep dive in warranties. Very important to know coverage, maintenance requirements along with labor.
ULITMATE GARDEN HOUR! Gardening Microclimates! - Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner discusses the concept of microclimates in gardening. Focusing on understanding and utilizing microclimates that can lead to successful gardening in small spaces. He goes thru the classification of six major microclimates, each with its own unique characteristics and requirements from A-F
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do #3DeepCleaningHacks - Our Weekly To Do on 3 floor cleaning hacks. Homeowner questions include abating woodpeckers, replacing the casing off a french door, sky high electric bill, non-permitted construction, leaving the A/C fan on consistantly and more.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Advancements In Termite Treatment! - Two types of homes in Arizona: Ones that have termites and ones that are gonna get them. Blue Sky Pest Control's Nate Woolf and Curtis Whalean talk about the evolution of termite treatment in Arizona, how they behave and colonize. And introduce the latest treatment called Always Active that's designed to eliminate termites with less follow up and inspection. Plus how to handle other pests.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Gourds With The Arizona Farm Bureau! - Gourds aren't edible. But they are 'art-able'. Artisans from all over the country have gotten them from Waylon Wuertz at Wuertz Gourd Farm. One of Arizona's unusual crops to desert farming. Waylon talks about how he got into growing gourds along with the annual festival that draws vendors from all over the country. And Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree talks about more 'unusual' crops grown in Arizona that might surprise you.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do #Organizing - Property Risk Control Engineer Bill Cary details what homeowners and businesses can do to make your property more resilient to wildfires. Creating defensible space in 3 zones. Explaining Firewise Communities. Fire resistant materials and products. And our Weekly To Do on organizing lawn tools.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Abating Those Pesky Pigeons! - Pigeons R Us owners Frank and Robbie Zelman discuss the serious problems pigeons can cause homeowners and the humane solutions they provide. Pigeons exhibit a remarkable homing ability returning to their birthplace regardless of location. Leading to unsanitary waste droppings they nest in. In turn can develop into serious damage if not controlled properly.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do #HarnessTheSun - The Weekly To Do on harnessing the sun in other ways besides solar energy. And a myriad of homeowner questions on popping sounds in the walls, super cooling, pesky storm chasers, powered anode rods (?), warm spots in the home and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Changes In Homeowner Insurance Policies! - Yikes! Those spikes in home and car insurance coverage! Relax and let Clay Janson of Phocus Companies explain what you can to do find better rates and coverage. The most important item on home insurance you need to look at first. What homeowners are required to do after a disaster. Why companies leave or stop writing policies. Flood insurance. And more!
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! #WaterSensibly - Nursery expert Jay Harper has some tips to be water sensible during an excessive heat summer. Focus on watering plants and trees with mulch to retain moisture. Maintaining summer lawns to saving water with artificial turf. Irrigation checks especially sprinkler heads watering in the right direction. Not on the sidewalk.
THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Growing Indoors! - Summer is too hot to grow edible plants. So grow them indoors in your home. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com. explains how you can grow year round, no weeding needed, even planting seeds to grow starter plants for fall gardening. Veggies, leafy greens, herbs, planting systems, and lighting. All you need to know to get started!
OPEN HOME HOUR! History Of Independence Day In Arizona And America! - Grand Canyon University Assistant Professor of History Dr. David Dean discusses the history of how Arizona celebrated Independence Day from rodeos to anvil firings. The facinating stories of Presidental residences. How Presidental libraries are built and located. Plus other facts about the 4th.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails I Weekly To Do #HelpfulCabinetUpgrades - Weekly To Do on helpful cabinet upgrades. And homeowner questions on block basement wall efflorescence, single pane windows, energy efficiency, fresh air systems, super cooling and another air conditioner refrigerant change for 2025 units you should know about to avoid sales scams.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Melons, Fruits And More! Connecting Families To Your Food! - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Ashlee Mortimer of Mortimer Farms in Dewey, AZ. Their mission of preserving and honoring the importance of agriculture and community. Inviting the public thru 'agritainment' and direct sales of farm fresh fruits, melons and vegetables in season. But the real story of how Mortimer Farms started is a story in itself.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l #TrendingTopics - Trending topics on artificial turf, pool maintenance during monsoon season and the recent increases in home and auto insurance. Clay Jansen of Phocus Insurance gives you 3 things you can do to reduce your premium. Plus answering homeowner questions.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Elevate Your Outdoor Living Space! - Extending our living spaces to include our outdoor spaces is changing the landscape, literally. To help us explore the implications of this phenomenon, we invited Rosie on the House Certified Partner Mark Wentland of CYC Landscaping to provide us with some insights. From shade structures and plants to patio surfaces, lighting and outdoor kitchen possibilities.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! What You Can Do When You Have No Pool? - Don't have a pool to cool off in? How about a high quality misting/fog system to cool the air. Add well designed landscape lighting of many colors and you have a pleasant, inviting area for your existing/future patio or outdoor kitchen. Craig and Rex Yuhas of Senor Mist along with Nick Cervi of Nite Worx of Arizona explain how it all comes together.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Getting Your Gardens Watered With The Urban Farm! - General Manager of The Urban Farm Janis Norton joins 'Farmer Greg' Peterson discussing more efficient ways to water gardens and trees. Understanding water sources, determining your soil type and preferred irrigation systems with drip tape and drip rings.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do: Care For Your Appliances! - Weekly To Do on care for your appliances with guest Daniel Beyer of Beyer Appliances. Discussion on attic ventilation and why its not good to power evacuate attic heat. More stories from Rosie and Jennifer's recent trip to Europe and we tackle some homeowner questions.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Ways To Pour Life Into Your Aging Pool! - Above & Beyond Pool's owner Michael Sandoval's focus is remodeling pools. Updating with water features, baja beds/steps and splash pads. Added features like automation, LED lighting, variable speed pool pumps and you get a pool that adds value and pleasure to your home. As a former Marine, Michael discusses how he gives back to Veterans.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! #MonsoonYardCare - Monsoon or 'Non'soon, be prepared! It just takes one storm to cause a real mess. Jay Harper discusses what you can do to minimize damage best as you can. Tips for trimming trees, staking new trees, surface water drainage, flash floods, irrigation control and plan for loss of power. Plus storm history from past monsoon seasons.
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THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Surviving Summer Heat With Agriscaping.com. There are some varieties of tomatoes that can grow in summer. Along with eggplant, beans, corn, gourds including pumpkins in time for October. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses other things to grow by understanding microclimates. From full sun to natural or manmade shade, informative tips to grow food and beat the heat.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do #AZ Monsoon. Weekly To Do preparing for another monsoon season. What homeowners can do beside keeping your fingers crossed you don't get hit hard. Homeowner questions include block fencing, insulation materials, options for an unused in ground pool, insulated garage doors, window frames and more.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Decoding A 'Wordy' Roofing Contract! Canyon State Roofing's Jim McLain and Robyn Charland discuss the contract with a roofer. Understanding everything from the beginning. Agreeing on the details of scope of work little or no surprises. Jim talks about his approach to a good contract that can benefit your next roofing install. In addition to homeowner questions about roofing.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #AZDairy With Arizona Farm Bureau! Craig Zinke of Zinke Dairy joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree about Arizona's dairy production. Zinke's fusion of advanced technology and intentional design creates an exceptional environment for dairy operation. With a clear focus on efficiency and cow comfort like a 75 degree enclosed milking operation, rubber mats and sustainability. Cows have it really good!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Roof Care With Johnson Roofing - Was your roof install performed correctly? Is it ventilated properly? Why is flashing important? And are roof repairs done in a timely fashion? Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing has the answers and more to keep that roof over your head in great shape for years to come.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Desert Soil Building With The Urban Farm! - Dirt alone won't grow much. Adding 4 components to it creates healthy soil that make plants and trees thrive. The Urban Farm's Farmer Greg discusses the details. Plus other garden hacks with ants, woody mulch, non-evasive weeds, sheet mulch gardening and more to get you 'grow' on!
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The American Success Story Of V&P Nurseries! #AridShadeTrees - An opportunity from The Farm School Program led Demetrious Valchos from war in Greece to Arizona. His American success story led to V&P Nurseries. With his son Nico, its become a large wholesale grower of drought tolerant and sub-tropical trees and plant in the region. He discusses his story with Jay Harper along with our topic on arid shade trees.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do #DesignAndFlooringTrends - Discussion on flooring trends from tile to planks. Follow up on keeping woodpeckers from tapping on the home. Roof considerations before solar panels are installed. And homeowner questions on a mystery seeping sound from a toilet and ceramic based and green cork spray exterior coatings.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maintaining & Repairing Your Roof For A Long Life! - Get your roof ready for monsoon season or stormy weather year round. Alonso Popejoy of Armored Roofing discusses what maintenance the homeowner can do to extend your roof life no matter what type of roof. From missing tiles to penetration spots around vents, inspections are the key to catching small issues before they become large problems.
OUTDOOR ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Edible Flowers! - Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says 'In most plants the pinnacle of their existence isn't necessarily the fruit, its the flower'. The plant nutrients produced go into creating the flower. Which leads to what flowers are edible and the benefits they provide from natural medicines to delectable toppings. Justin discusses some of those edible flowers and how to use them.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do #ShadeCools - Weekly To Do on shading around your home for summer heat. Things to consider when 'snowbirds' close up the home for the summer. Listener questions water leaking under the edge of a metal roof, wood disintegration under a patio roof and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Should I Hire A Handyman Or Tradesman! - Guests Yigal Lampert and Jennifer Eglin of Rosie Certified Response Crew discuss the basic services a handyman provides. Electrical, plumbing, painting, drywall and more small repairs that make a relationship with handyman services worthwhile. Plus in most cases why a handyman is better that a home warranty.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Keeping Honey Bees! - Would you 'bee-lieve' what it takes to keep honey bees comes from a cricket? Bee expert Cricket Ungvary joins Farmer Greg of the Urban Farm on the benefits of bee keeping. The functions of the hive, how to obtain and care for bees while providing honey, beeswax, essential pollination and a drink called Mead. Plus interesting facts like why do drone male bees have a grandfather...but no father!
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do #WaterConservation - Weekly To Do on water conservation. Wait until you hear how much water is saved by turning off irrigation when it rains. More on lead paint and asbestos. And two items found at the Kitchen And Bath International Show. Interviews with Bilt's 3-D Interactive Instructions using Apple Vision Pro and Free Power WIRELESS chargers. Cool tech!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! All About Air Conditioning With A Knight In Shining Armor! - Chuck & Carisa Knight of Knight Air Conditioning has the answers to longer lasting air conditioning. Using basic physics moving heat out and using it as energy to cool your space. Get the lowdown on what you can do to extend the life of your unit. Plus plenty of homeowner questions to learn more about keeping cool in the summer. Its Air Conditioning 101!
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Plant Installation! - As it gets warmer with the sun rising earlier, Jay Harper has a checklist of 'to do's' like irrigation, summer veggies and melons to plant, mulching materials and options for shade. Plus many text questions from listeners on gardening, trees and landscaping.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call Ins, Texts & E-mails l Weekly To Do: Energy Efficiency - The Weekly To Do on energy efficiency. Steps you can take to stay cool and save money during the summer. How to hang a heavy weighted object outside on stucco. Correct attachment on masonry block. Building a backyard casita and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Preventing Title Fraud And Other Hot Topics! - Discussion of our top picks we liked at the 2024 Kitchen And Bath Industry Show that are pretty incredible. What you must know and what you can do to avoid deed and title fraud. Plus planning and preparing for wildfire season.
ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Planting Your Health With Agriscaping.com! - Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says healthy gardens means healthy life. More than just food, it provides physical activity, exposing yourself to nature, sunlight and wellbeing. So plant your health in the ground and find natural ways to natural remedies and many other tidbits to eat and be healthy.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call Ins, Texts & E-mails l Weekly To Do: Ups & Downs Of Garage Doors - Trevor Leisek of Same Day Garage Doors joins us for our Weekly To Do about the do's and don't on door maintenance. Plus homeowner questions on popping noises in roof rafters, lead paint abatement, a suspicious air conditioning service, roof leak with solar panels, facia wrap, dishwasher dilemma and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Pass Through Windows With Pella Windows And Doors -Arizona gifts us with abundant opportunities to embrace the indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Pass through windows allow us to enjoy that seamless connection bringing fresh air inside and living spaces outside. Adam Homer of Pella Windows Mountain West discusses the impressive designs of pass through windows that could be the perfect fit for your home.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Arizona Climate & Agriculture - The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Dr. Jeffery 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts And E-mails! #Caulking - 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.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! A More Energy Efficient Home With A Home Energy Audit - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-Mails l Weekly To Do #PoolSafety - 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Upgrade Your Outdoor Living With Booth Built Patio Products! - 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 discuss ramadas, porch covers, cantilevers, and more to get you ''made in the shade"
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #JournalingNewHabits With The Urban Farm Team! - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts, Emails #5PlumbingTips - 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Solar Panels & Battery Integration! - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! #WarmSeasonVegetables - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails l Weekly To Do #SmartSecurity - 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.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Getting Your Air Filtration Right - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #SoilBuilding With Agriscaping.com - 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
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Text & Emails l Weekly To Do: Ductless A/C! - 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 You Tube channel and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Home Security In Today's Digital World! - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #AncientGrains With The Arizona Farm Bureau! - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & E-mails l WEEKLY TO DO #Whatsnewintheloo - 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
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Design Your Own Dream Pool! - Martin Lopez of Omni Pool Builders And Design in Tucson. He 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. And remodeling trends in existing pools too!
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #NewGardenSoilPrep With The Urban Farm! - 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!
OPEN HOME HOUR! Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #NewToAZLiving! - 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 e-mails, texts and listener calls with various questions about issues at their homes from ceiling damage to sewer lines, home warranties and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Restoration Contractor Mitigates Damages When Disaster Strikes! - Disaster like fire, flood or wind hits your home. Who ya gonna call first? Jim Kolwalski of Kolwalski 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery #SubtropicalPlants - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #WallCandy & Listener Call-Ins, Text & E-mails - Learn ways to freshen up a room with 'wall candy'. Follow up on recycling. And listener questions on sealing slump block homes, utility sink replacement, a warm spot on a ceramic tile floor and more!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Backyard Casitas for Relatives or Rental with Bruce Stumbo of Rosie Right Design - For family members or a rental space, casitas can be a great 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 explain the process to build the right casita for your needs.
THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! #HyperlocalFood with Justin Rohner of Agriscaping - 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!
OPEN HOME HOUR! #WomenInConstruction & Homeowner Questions - 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.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Recycling: Where We Stand & Where We're Going! - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #AlfalfaAndForageCrops With Arizona Farm Bureau! - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #WhereToRecycleEverything - 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Manageable Home Projects You Can Do Yourself! - Some small home repairs can refresh the look of your home you can do 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #GuildsAndFruitTrees With The Urban Farm! - 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #OutdoorLighting - 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!
OPEN HOME HOUR! #InventoryYourEstate - 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.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! What Happens To Residents When The Neighborhood Grows Up? - 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #InventoryYourHome - Answering follow up listener questions from the On The House Hour with DunRite Windows And Doors. Discussion of our You Tube Channel's 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! New Showroom Shopping For Efficient Windows! - 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.
ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! #BareRootFruitTrees - Learn about tips to handle frost damaged vegetable plants and lawns. Why its the right time to plant bare root fruit tree 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 thru it and more!
ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! #BareRootFruitTrees - Learn about tips to handle frost damaged vegetable plants and lawns. Why its the right time to plant bare root fruit tree 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 thru it and more!
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #AZLeafyGreens - 90% of the leafy greens you enjoy are grown and shipped fresh from farms in Yuma, AZ. Kami 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.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Best 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.
OPEN HOME HOUR! What Is A Heat Pump? - 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!
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Consider Zoning Your HVAC System for Energy Efficiency
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees: #PlantShade & Tree of the Month: #ArizonaRosewood
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! What’s In Your Water & How To Remove It! - 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.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #EmergingCrops - 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!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! #FarmersMarketGuide
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! When Its Time To Invest In New Air Conditioning! 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.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #DesertFruitTrees With The Urban Farm! - 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.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! #RoomTransformations
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Work Smarter, Not Harder With Your Home Improvement!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery #SummerLandscape
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Tips For Utilizing An #OffSiteStorage Unit
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Restoration Process After A Home Disaster
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees #TreeDiseases #TexasOlive
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Successful Yard Sale - Tips on planning your next yard sale for success. We welcome Deborah Adkinson Insurance to our network. Tackle homeowner questions on tarping a roof, filling a sunken living room, update on preventing home title theft, what is a 'tourron' and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Considerations For Building And Remodeling A Pool! - 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!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Agriculture Advancements & Arizona Chilies! - Predicting the future of Arizona Ag is hard 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.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Enhancing Your #PetsPlace In and Outside Of Your Home - 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.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Remodel Vision Into Reality - “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. And working to make each process as stress free as possible.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Updating Outdoor Living Spaces - 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.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Solid Flooring Choices for Outdoor Spaces | #OutdoorFloor - 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!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Arizona Home Buyer Protection Plan - 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.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Extreme Heat Care With The Urban Farm! - 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.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Green Living Innovations & Homeowner Questions - Bruce Stumbo from Rosie Right Remodeling 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!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Solving Your Solar Needs - We highly endorse solar. We can't say the same for the industry. 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.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery: Seasonal Landscape Design - Aaron Markow of Core Landscape joins Jay Harper to talk about landscape care in excessive heat temperatures. Irrigation controlers you can adjust to watering needs, artificial turf care for pets, landscape lighting and answers some listeners questions.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Building Codes & Permits
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Thermal Foam Insulation For Heat Reduction And Lower Energy Bills!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees And Desert Plant Survival
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Honey Do List & Homeowner Questions!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Properly Flying The U.S. Flag!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Agriculture Water & Farm Fresh Melons!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Get Ready For Monsoon Season! - Monsoon Season is tricky. Storms that can dump heavy rain, high winds, flash flooding, power outages and lightning could hit one area and nothing in a nearby area. Weekly To Do is homeowner preparation for whatever happens. Dr. Sky talks about how Arizona has and could see a rare sight: The Northern Lights! And homeowner questions too!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Water Management With Central Arizona Project - Central Arizona Project's Vineetha Kartha & Nolie Templeton discuss the current Tier 2 Water Shortage at Lake Powell and Lake Mead and managing reduced water allocations for Arizona. Even with the recent help from a 'magical snow pack/melt', the long term drought and low capacity lake levels continue. But its not all bad news as you'll hear from Vineetha and Nolie.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Plan Your Water On The Urban Farm - Farmer Greg Peterson's guest is 'Master' Water Harvester Don Titmus of The Bee Oasis. He talks about decades of trial and error capturing, storing and directing rainwater where its needed on his property. Including how he made water flow uphill. Creating his oasis for bees to thrive. And other water sources besides rainwater you can use for plants and trees.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Considerations For Living In Your Home As You Age! - Wondering where you will spend your sunset years? Plan on living them out in your home? Harold Perkins of Galaxy Lending Group discusses some important areas to consider so you or loved ones can comfortably live in your home. Plus tackling homeowner questions.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Reasons Why Roofs Fail! - Debris on the roof, thermal shock, flat roof cracks, loose shingles and tiles can lead to roof failure. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing says the key to a long lasting roof is maintenance. It can even keep the warranty in effect. Pros and cons on synthetic underlay versus regular felt and other signs to look for if the roof needs attention.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Irrigation Schedule Maintenance - Routine maintenance of your irrigation system puts the proper amount and proper place where water is needed. Jay Harper talks about seasonal adjustments of irrigation timers, valve box, sprinkler heads, drip lines and more to save water and money. Plus the most common mistake made in planting.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Avoid Scams! Are You Getting A Technician Or Salesperson? - There's been a big increase in Arizona contractor service businesses bought by private equity firms. Their primary goal is making profits. Todd Russo of locally owned Reeis Air Conditioning talks about the importance of knowing who actually owns the business. Are you getting a reputable technician or a salesperson trying to upsell you something you might not need. Plus homeowner questions answered.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Improving Your Home With A Renovation Loan! - What if you can get a home mortgage and a renovation loan built into a single mortgage? What if you know the home's estimated value after the renovation is complete? Tamara & Ryne Jakubos of 'Team Try'/Fairway Mortgage Corporation details how they can get it done. No matter the interest rate, there are ways to get your investment in home ownership.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Tree Hazards - Professional Agriscaper Justin Rohner's commentary on the cornerstone of desert landscapes the Arizona/Velvet Mesquite tree. Trimming tips to save your trees from uprooting in monsoon storm winds. Raising chickens, melons you can plant in June, controlling pesky weeds and explaining agriscaping.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! National Safety Month & Homeowner Questions - Our Weekly To Do on June is National Safety Month. Introducing our newest Certified Partners Tamara and Ryne Jakubos of 'Team Try' Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. And homeowner questions on permit delays, recirculating pump for a solar water heater, the truth about hard start kits for your air conditioner and can stucco be applied entirely on a home in a few days.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Remodeling Trends With Lasting Value! - Jim Gildea and Rich Allen of Regal Bath & Kitchens discuss what's trending in bath and kitchen remodeling. From cabinets, backsplashes and counters to showers and universal designs, they explain the remodeling process that can lead to good looks and added value.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Dairy! - The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Jen Millican of Stotz Dairy. Jen discusses how she got into dairy farming, cow care, the farm's sustainability resources and why Arizona is the perfect place to produce the best most nutritious milk. With a few cow jokes tossed in too!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Before Its Too Late! - Our Weekly To Do on home maintenance checks around the home. Spotting problem before its too late. Plus homeowner questions on bug intrusion from a skylight, plumbing leak, roofing inspection and estimates, best way to convert a dirt driveway and remembering the fallen on Memorial Day Weekend.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Desert Pest Control! - Rodents, roaches and mosquitos are common homeowner pests to control. Add dealing with desert pests like scorpions and termites takes the right treatment to avoid potential serious problems. Brett Overson of Overson Pest Control discusses his methods to control them and why its best to have year round pest control service instead of a spray bottle
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Native Edibles With The Urban Farm! - Desert trees, cactus, even weeds can be very tasty! From mesquite beans to cactus bearing fruit, learn what you can eat, the preparation it takes and treats you can enjoy from Peggy Sue Sorenson and Mike Clow of The Desert Kitchen. Along with Farmer Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm. Let the foraging begin!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Reverse Osmosis Filters & Homeowner Questions! - Reverse Osmosis water purifying systems are prevalent in Arizona to remove extra materials that produce cleaner tasting water. We discuss the process. And tackle homeowner air condtioning questions too!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Hinged Versus Sliding Patio Doors! - Adam Homer of Pella Windows & Doors discusses the difference between hinged and sliding patio doors. With so many designs from vinyl, fiberglass to woodclad styles, Adam details the functionality of each patio door to give you ideas about bringing the outdoors inside your home.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Mulching! - Jay Harper gives you the lowdown to spread down mulch. The many advantages mulch can do to cool down the ground, maintain moisture and weed control. Difference between mulch and compost. And starting a lawn from scratch.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Pool Facelift & Homeowner Questions! - We welcome a new Rosie On The House partner Regal Bath & Kitchens, talk to the inventor of the Extreme Mist Backpack for hiking, tips on refreshing the pool area, commentary on air conditioning hard start kits, whole home surge protection, window wells and sunscreen installs over dual pane windows.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Roofers, Roofing & Roofs! - Keep that roof over your head in great shape with expert commentary from Jim McClain & Robyn Charland of Canyon State Roofing & Consulting. From the wood, underlay and choice of roofing materials for pitched and flat roofs, Jim's 30 plus years of roofing pinpoints what makes a good roof last longer. And help homeowners with their roofing issues.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees! Desert Ironwood & Landscape Watering! - Certified Agriscaper Professional Justin Rohner has great insight on the keystone species of the Sonoran Desert. The Desert Ironwood is a protector of desert plants while withstanding a lifetime of desert conditions. Plus informative landscape watering tips for deep rooted trees to frequency and length of time ahead of summer heat.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! New Neighbor Welcome Wagon & Homeowner Questions! - It can be hard for new people in a neighborhood to make connections. We have tips for you to be the welcome wagon. Homeowners questions about non-lethal ways to remove burrowing animals (like gophers), weed killing and water heater maintenance.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Identifying Pool Leaks With PinPoint Leak Detection & Repair! - Water leaks waste more than just water. It wastes money on your bill and cause damage costing more money! Ian Henley of Pinpoint Leak Detection And Repair has the tools and knowledge to find leaks in pools and irrigation systems. Plus how a property leak survey of the home, yard and pool can 'pinpoint' leaks you can't see.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #AZBeef With The Arizona Farm Bureau! - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Sarah King of Anvil Ranch. Arizona beef is a top commodity and most sought after for quality and taste. Sarah discusses the ranch history dating back to 1895, her background and the importance of ranch conservation and land preservation that play a role in producing delicious, high protein types of beef.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! RV Ownership And Arizona?s Wide Open Spaces! - Steve Love of La Mesa RV assists with our Weekly To Do on RV ownership. The many Classes of RV's for weekend getaways, vacations or living on the road. Author, Hiker and Arizona/burger lover Roger Naylor talks about the places to consider traveling in an RV throughout Arizona.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Desert Botanical Gardens And Boyce Thompson Arboretum - The Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres. Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest and largest botanical garden in Arizona with desert plants and trees from around the world. Jennifer visited both places and discusses what you'll see on your next visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Sheds Are Not Just For Storage Anymore! - Think sheds are for storing things you don't have room for in your home? Bob and Rachel Oxley of our newest Rosie Certified Partner Urban Shed Concepts talks about other uses they've designed and built for other applications. With valuable advice on how to plan for your shed with ideas you may have never thought of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #RefreshBBQGrill & Homeowner Questions - Whether you use your grill daily, weekly, monthly, this is the time to refresh it so your grilled eats stay delicious. Current events and homeowner questions with an opinion about power factor correction capacitors, vinyl siding and solar install questions, recoating a wood patio and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #Fountains&Pools - Discussion on water features like fountains or living ponds that can make a soothing accent to your home. Our Tucson Partner Omni Pool Builders talks about a water feature design that went to a whole new level. And we visit with our other Tucson partners Pella Windows And Door and Rebath Of Tucson during the SAHBA Home Show.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Plants That Work In The Desert & Those That - What plants, bushes, vines, palms, even fruit bearing trees grow well in the desert while other don't? Think Green's Landscape Architect Angelique Kerbaugh has many suggestions that adapt well to our desert climate and some that are not worth the effort. With added discussion on soil prep, water and fertilizing.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #Lawn Transition With Jay Harper - Its time to begin transitioning your lawn. Or not. Garden/Lawn Expert Jay Harper discusses cutting, watering and fertilizing tips to bring the summer bermuda lawns back from winter rye grass. Especially during the dry period before monsoon season. Plus what is the reason to 'paint' tree trunks.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! #PoolBarriers & Homeowner Questions! - Meghan Chute of The Drowning Prevention Coalition Of Arizona discusses pool barriers to prevent drownings. But that's just one layer of protection. Additional layers to consider because adult supervision is not enough. Dr. Sky talks about the modern day space race back to the moon. Pella's new showroom in Tucson. Homeowner questions including why we don't recommend washable air conditioning filters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #TopAZAgCommodities Arizona Farm Bureau! - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Statistician Dave Dewalt, USDA-National Agriculture Statistic Service. He collects data to show the amount of agriculture commodities (food and fiber) that's available. Dave details what is involved to get those stats. Plus history of the USDA, Arizona's contribution and 'lock up procedures' to release commodities evenly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Potential Ban On Gas Stoves? - A comment from the Consumer Product Safety Commission says they are looking into a possible ban on home gas stoves. But that's not where this topic started. We cut through the facts, hyperbole and things you should already be doing in your home not related to gas stoves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Appliances Making Like Easier! #LivingInPlace - We look at today's appliances with upgraded features that can make cooking easier and create healthy meals in your kitchen. Plus some 'show and tell' tricky homeowner questions based on pictures from our Facebook page regarding a window leak that roofers and window contractors say is not their issue and bathroom fans not exhausting air properly.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Home Insurance Versus Warranties - There's a difference in concept between home insurance coverage and home warranties. Insurance is designed to protect your home on a large scale. Warranties cover repairs on individual items. Phocus Insurance Company's Insurance Counselor Mike Lowry discusses what each coverage entails, what it does not cover and why we are not a fan of warranties.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #UrbanFarmFun Turning Fun Into Profit! - Growing your own vegetables, fruits and herbs should be fun! Over time you could grow even more and become an Urban Farmer like Farmer Greg Peterson! He discusses how everyone everyday participates in the local Food Economy. And how your success can turn your 'fun hobby' into profit!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Appliances Making Like Easier! #LivingInPlace - We look at today's appliances with upgraded features that can make cooking easier and create healthy meals in your kitchen. Plus some 'show and tell' tricky homeowner questions based on pictures from our Facebook page regarding a window leak that roofers and window contractors say is not their issue and bathroom fans not exhausting air properly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #WarmSeasonVegetables - Jay Harper says its time to transition from winter to warm season veggies. Tomatoes, squash, herbs, peppers, melons and more. Starting small is the key for first timers. And the advantages of raised container gardening over typical ground planting. Fertilizing, watering techniques, weed control, all you need to know to grow your own!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Steps For The First Time Home Buyer! - Buying your first home is a huge step toward solidifying your future both financially, physically and achieving the American Dream. Rosie details some aspects of buying your first home and points you may want to consider before you sign on the dotted line. Know what your buying and what you can afford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! #GlassWalls & Homeowner Questions! - Our Weekly To Do on glass walls. A feature that enhances the view small or large. But it requires structural work to install. Plus questions on concrete cost, moisture penetration in stem walls, popping floor tiles, mold and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Interior Design Trends to Inspire Your Home Remodel - Design trends highlighted the annual KBIS show. Homeowners desire to make their home a place of health, rest, recovery, work and exercise. Rosie Right Remodeling's Designing Expert Rochelle Horn discusses working with Rosie and Jennifer's interior design project with things to consider like where to start. Plus a homeowner mysterious collapse of the garage ceiling...for starters.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! : Talking Trees #PlantHealthCare & Tree of the Month #Acacia - Agriscaping Expert Justin Rohner discusses the Tree Of The Month the Acacia. 5 varieties that grow well in the desert. A nice shade tree, non-evasive root system and unless you have a giraffe, pest free. Explains the concept of agriscaping, composting and just what is juglone?
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OPEN HOME HOUR! National Ladder Safety Month! - On location at Tucson Festival Of Books. Guests include:James Robinson/Bookman's Entertainment ExchangeRoger Naylor/Award Winning Writer, Hiker, Arizona Tourism Hall Of FameAnd homeowner questions on foundations, permits, blind repair and vinyl floor buckling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Managing Your Home Library! - Rosie On The House on location from The 2023 Tucson Book Festival. Guest is the past director of The Arizona Registrar Of Contractors Jeff Fleetham. Discussing the best things about State 48, how construction has become a building science and books, books, books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Events, Homeowner Questions & The Truth About The Solar Industry! - We answer homeowner questions on a noisy mini split, cleaning a glass shower door and laminate floor moisture damage. Then a homeowner received 2 bids from solar salespeople on installing a system that are not even close to compatible. That set off a warning you need to know if a solar salesperson knocks on your door and what you should do about it.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Planning Your Spring Cleaning! - Its time to think about that annual ritual spring cleaning. Usual spring cleaning most likely consists of cleaning windows, door or curtains. But our focus is on cleaning tasks most people don't think about. Cluttered kitchen drawers, the cabinet under the kitchen sink, refrigerator coils, laundry room dust and the garbage disposal rubber gasket. Plus a shower safety bar that doesn't require drilling into the wall.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Garden With Jay Harper! Tomato & Peppers Plants! - Jay Harper says now is the time to plant your tomato, pepper and herb plants with tips for a bountiful harvest. He even gives his 'go to' variety of tomato plants and what causes splitting tomatoes as they're growing. Plus listeners have questions concerning frost damage, citrus pruning, shade trees and being pro-active regarding weed control.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! #FeedingTheBirds & Homeowner Call In/Email Questions! - Audubon Arizona Director Of Bird Conservation Tice Supplee joins us for our Weekly To Do on attracting and feeding a bounty of year round and visiting bird species. Plus homeowners have questions on removing a sunken living room, sound proofing, removing existing wallpaper and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Easements And Setbacks! Why They Matter Before You Construct Anything! - When homeowners decide to start a project, they can discover their new structure or building has created an issue going forward due to easement and setback requirements. We're shedding light on the differences between these two aspects, why it matters and how you can access information before you make a costly mistake. Plus a Live Worth Living In Place segment on bidets.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees #TheBenefitsOfTrees & Tree of the Month #EvergreenPear with Agriscaping - Sarah Maitland and Gary Peterson of SavATree is joined by Liberty Wildlife's Laura Hackett. Discussing the Tree Of The Month the Evergreen Pear. Improper pruning and cutting can affect a tree's health. Proper pruning tips for trees and shrubs to promote spring grown and protect nesting birds this time of year. Laura talks about Liberty Wildlife's rehabilitation of Arizona wildlife from the smallest birds to the biggest owls.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Pantry Organization And Lots Of Homeowner Questions! - Pantry stuffed with half-empty cereal boxes and duplicates of items because you couldn?t see what you already had before grocery shopping? Are your spices falling all over each other? Having trouble finding what you need when you need it? It?s time to organize the pantry. Plus homeowner have lots of questions and we get them answers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Architectural Styles Of #YourAzHome! Homeowner Questions Too! - Arizona have a unique charm. Mixture of architecture ranging from ultra-modern and contemporary to traditional, southwestern, country, and territorial. All brought into settlements by early residents. Plus answering questions about cast iron pipes, roof replacement, gas tankless water heaters and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm! Growing A #BodaciousGarden - Farmer Greg Peterson discusses the best and worst directions of sunlight in placing your garden, water sources and irrigation besides your garden hose, building healthy life into the soil because just dirt ain't gonna cut it. His proven techniques can lead to a beautiful BODACIOUS garden!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery #Roses - Time to prune back those rose bushes even if they're full of blooms. Jay Harper explains why its important to cut them back for future growth. After recent rain, tips to control weeds before they get out of hand. Maintaining and thoughts on keeping the winter lawn all year long. And ways to enjoy fruit tree harvest by planting varieties that ripen at different times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Determining Your Project?s Cost Versus Value! - The Cost Versus Value report is the 'Kelly Blue Book Of Remodeling'. Averaging the cost of the project, immediate value to the home and return on investment. A realistic guideline that helps you envision what you want to have done, budgeting and more. You might be surprised at the most and least return on investment projects. Plus answering homeowner questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Cheers To A Colorful 2023! - There's a method in creating the many colors of paint. Sherwin Williams' Senior Account Design Consultant Laurie Clark explains it starts with a group of color consultants that determines and names the many colors on the pallet leading to the 2023 Color Of The Year. Great tools to try different colors without painting a wall section. Rosie details his method of a great paint job on walls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR/#Cleaningyourcar & Homeowner ... - Tips on keeping your car looking nice and clean. Homeowner question concerning cracked driveway and walkways, building a room on an existing patio slab, a 2x4 in the attic not properly connected, air conditioner making a 'door spring like noise' and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The History Of Paint! - Where did today?s paint come from and how much has its composition changed over time? From its earliest forms used in ancient drawings, Roman and Greek pigments to binding agents in the Renaissance period, paint has an interesting history with many different mixing agents that might surprise you. Joined by Arizona Painting Company's Doug Caris, we 'paint' the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #AZLeafyGreens - The leafy greens consumed by the US and Canada are grown year round and shipped from Yuma, Arizona. Paul Brierley, Executive Director of Yuma Center Of Excellence For Desert Agriculture discusses the processes and challenges in keeping this Billion dollar Arizona industry moving. And how the Yuma Center connects science and agriculture to become more productive with less resources. Joined by Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Arizona Grown Food & Drink For... - New Years Eve is usually centered around food and drink. With the help of the Arizona Farm Bureau, we're featuring wine from Cove Mesa Winery, dates from Date Pac/Natural Delights and pastas around the world using the unique Desert Durum Wheat. Farm fresh, grown in Arizona!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! From Our House To Yours: Christmas Eve Traditions! - Rosie, Romey and Jennifer share some of their Christmas Eve family traditions and stories over the years as kids and when their kids had kids! Including a special reading by Rosie's Dad and Mom, Dr. Romero and Baby Kay, of the Cajun Night Before Christmas. A taste from Rosie's south Louisiana roots. And we help some homeowners with their questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm! Planting Fruit Trees For Success! - Farmer Greg has the tried and true methods to grow your own fruits and citrus. Areas to avoid planting those trees, digging the proper hole, the formula for creating healthy soil because dirt by itself won't work. Explains his 6/6 rule to insulate the ground from heat and cold. Deep watering advice, fertilizing and more for great results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR - Keeping Your Christmas Tree Fresh All Season Long! - Simple but important tips to keep your Christmas tree fresh from drying out becoming a fire hazard. Stucco looks great on a home but its not waterproof. Over time it can be a source for leaks unless you have the right paint for its 'raincoat'. Steps to take for your next remodeling project. And discussion of protecting pipes and irrigation for freezing weather.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Arizona’s Christmas Traditions! - Guest Steve Schumacher, the Phoenix Mayor's Office Official Historian, shares some of Arizona's holiday traditions that evolve around the outdoors because you can't shovel sunshine. Parades, Desert Botanical Gardens, Zoo Lights, The legend of Scrubby the Christmas tree and more area festive traditions. And you don't have to drive far for Arizona snow if you want it.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR - Giving The Gift Of Plants! - Garden and Plant Expert Jay Harper discusses gifting plants for the holidays. Poinsettias are popular and can live past the holidays with proper care. But are the compostable? Edible plants like dwarf citrus, rosemary or other herbs. Giving a living Christmas tree to plant. Jay talks about his family tradition of making tamales. And Jennifer's other gift suggestions related to outdoors.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR - Giving The Gift Of Plants! - Garden and Plant Expert Jay Harper discusses gifting plants for the holidays. Poinsettias are popular and can live past the holidays with proper care. But are the compostable? Edible plants like dwarf citrus, rosemary or other herbs. Giving a living Christmas tree to plant. Jay talks about his family tradition of making tamales. And Jennifer's other gift suggestions related to outdoors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR - Keeping Your Christmas Tree Fresh All Season Long! - Simple but important tips to keep your Christmas tree fresh from drying out becoming a fire hazard. Stucco looks great on a home but its not waterproof. Over time it can be a source for leaks unless you have the right paint for its 'raincoat'. Steps to take for your next remodeling project. And discussion of protecting pipes and irrigation for freezing weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees! Winter Pruning Deciduous Trees! - Certified Arborist Richard Adkins discusses the Tree Of The Month: The Texas Ebony. Native to the Chihuahuan desert, a thorny drought tolerant tree that maintains its dark green color all year. That's just for starters. Plus careful attention to detail on pruning winter deciduous trees including Richard's '3 cut method'. And could you plant and grow your own Christmas tree?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN HOME HOUR! Get A Grip With Things Around Your Home! - There are things around the house that if not equipped with the appropriate grips, can cause you to gripe. Or worse cause injury. We discuss some of those things to consider. And other homeowner questions on converting electric stoves to gas, kitchen countertop remodeling, why you should not put coffee grounds down the disposal and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! 5 More Questions Arizona Homeowners Should ... - What are some simple water conservation tips? How often should you replace a fire extinguisher? Does a high efficiency air filter restrict air flow? How to budget for home maintenance? How to make your aging parent's home more livable as they age in place? Plus homeowner questions that might help your future home maintenance projects.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Feasts & Traditions With The ... - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Farm Bureau President and Rancher of Carlink Ranch Stefanie Smallhouse. Stefanie talks about her background, the diverse operations at the ranch, Christmas traditions and feasts on the farm. Plus the challenges Arizona farmers face with a priority on water resources.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Holiday Lights, New Laws For Short Term Rentals, Cutting Your Own Christmas Tree And More! - Our 'How To' on holiday lights! So many styles, colors and themes for any budget. It just take your imagination. How you get a permit to cut your own Christmas tree in the Tonto National Forest. Arizona Representative John Kavanagh discusses the new laws regarding short term rental owners, renters, municipalities and homeowners in the neighborhoods. Homeowner questions and proper pronunciations of Arizona cities and sites answered!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Five Questions That Should Be Answered More Often! - We get a lot of different homeowner questions. But we feature five questions that should be asked more often than others. Is it safe to power wash a wood deck? Proper way to apply caulk? Should you replace or refinish cabinets? How to protect yourself from 'gypsy' or traveling contractors who show up at your door? And yes...Rosie makes a killer steak! We tell you the secret. Plus other homeowner questions answered.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Winter Gardening With The Urban Farm! - Farmer Greg's decades of experience growing in the low desert is vast leading to nearly year round gardening in Arizona. From fall to early spring, he details what you can plant for a great harvest from brassicas to tomatoes, peppers and vining crops like melons. Garden placement, hydroponics, water sources, building healthy soil and more keys to good eatin'!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Making Workspace Lighting Work For You! - Our 'How To' may be able to “see just fine” when working on projects or studying. But you don’t know what you’re missing until you have proper workspace lighting. We give you some ideas to brighten your space! APS customers need to know about 'Super Off Peak' Time Of Use rates with the Director of Customer To Grid Solutions Kerri Carnes. Plus Thanksgiving traditions over the century and can you paint roof flat shingles?
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On THE HOUSE HOUR! Don’t Let Your Holiday Plans Go Down The Drain! - Nothing spoils home gatherings during the holidays like backed up drains. In the kitchen and bathroom, what you throw down the drain matters and lead to an embarrassing mess. With some simple preventative maintenance, you can avoid that as best as you can. From sinks to garbage disposals and rubber gaskets, we have some tips to keep your holidays merry!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Planting Trees And Shrubs In Your Yard! - From ground planting to containers, Jay Harper says its the 'most wonderful time of the year' in the low desert to plant citrus, stone fruit and shade trees to establish roots while the ground is still warm. Annuals for beautiful landscape colors. Your choice and care of winter rye lawns, summer bermuda or convert to artificial turf. Even plant or prune roses for that spring push of new blooms.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Fireplace Care, Use And Precautions! - The Weekly To Do on fireplace maintenance. Whether wood or gas, a good cleaning and maintenance check is in order. We explain why we prefer one over the other. How to pronounce some of Arizona's desert names and cities. Helping homeowners with the right interior door, expansion joint issue and all the things that make us the NUMBER ONE Arizona Homeowner Resource in the state!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Recycle Or Reuse Building Materials For That One Of Kind Project! - Construction materials can be hard to come by or take too long to deliver. Consider your next remodel project recycling or reusing materials. Gino Ochoa of Habitat For Humanity ReStores says you can find some great buys at a fraction of the cost while helping build homes for families in need and reducing items in the landfill. Plus other ways and stories on recycling and 'thinking green'.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees With Arborist John Eisenhower! - From a previous broadcast, John Eisenhower discusses the advantages of the Tree Of The Month the Arizona Rosewood. A pretty much bulletproof evergreen tree that makes a good alternative to oleanders for a privacy fence. Fall fertilization for spring push growth, pruning for winter and listener tree questions on sissoo and pecan trees, shade trees, and solutions for a damaged lemon tree.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Should You Buy A New HVAC With Tax Credits And Rebates? - We discuss an real accurate trend in kitchen remodeling. Todd Russo of Rosie Certified Reeis Air Conditioning updates the tax credits and rebates for new systems. Deciding if it’s worth buying this year or next year? Homeowner questions on a DIY project gone wrong, water supply line leak and Rosie explains the reasons why some companies are charging for an initial inspection service call.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Get Your Ghost Fix At Arizona Ghost Towns! - From mining camps to military posts, Arizona’s frontier past is featured in Arizona Highways Managing Editor Noah Austin's book Arizona Ghost Towns.Featuring 50 sites with fascinating history, detailed driving directions, GPS coordinates and more for each featured ghost town. Rosie, Romey and Noah have a 'spirited' discussion of their favorite places and how to prepare for your adventure to see these ghost towns.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Cotton With The Arizona Farm Fresh Bureau! - Arizona is known for The Five C's. One of them is cotton. The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Cassy England of Sierra Farming. A generational family cotton farmer producing the 6th leading crop in the state. Cassy explains the challenges growing this 'fruit', the lifecycle from planting, bolls to harvest and the farming operations that exports delta pine cotton around the country.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Should I Really Do These DIY Landscaping Projects? - A DIY project boils down to three things: Time, Desire and Skill Level. We help you give it some thought before you get started. Plus we answer homeowner questions.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Turning Your Property Into A Short Term Rental! - The vacation rental market has exploded on the real estate scene over the last several years. If you're thinking about making your property a short term rental, you must know the steps to follow to avoid problems and violations. What's expected from you as a landlord, the jurisdictions in your city, avoiding complaints from neighbors and the HOA rules on short term rentals.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Book Reviews On Desert Landscaping! - Donna DiFrancesco of Rosie Certified 'Water Use It Wisely' features some of her favorite books on plants, flowers and more on landscaping in dry climate deserts that can yield beautiful colors and blooms. Greg Starr of Starr Nursery in Tucson discusses his book 'Cool Plants For Hot Gardens'.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! The Difference Between Fountains And Living Ponds! - Adding a soothing, relaxing feature of a fountain or living pond to your home? Know the difference between them. Plus learn about the latest homeowner scams. A follow up on adding antifreeze to concrete or mortar in colder climates. Homeowner questions on earthship homes (we explain what they are), insulation, recaulking shower corners and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Many Advantages Of Roof Maintenance With Johnson Roofing! - The secret to a long lasting roof is maintenance. It's the primary barrier to the elements and one of the homeowner’s largest investments. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing explains in detail the importance of maintenance to ensure that small items don’t become big and expensive issues. With a focus on flat roofs, Tyler answers other homeowner's roofing questions.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farmer Greg On Container Gardening For Patios, Balconies And Window Sills! - No space to plant gardens and flowers? No problem! Farmer Greg and Master Gardener and Farmer Kari Spencer discuss container gardening. The things you'll need from the proper size containers to avoid root bounding, soil mix to materials for proper watering and drainage. Plus learn about 'hardening off', 'hydrophobic' and many more tips for success in containers.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Stud Finders And Homeowners In Need Of... - Our Weekly To Do on stud finders. A must have tool in your toolbox. Plus what to do if you bought a home without a home inspection, leaf filter gutters, recourse for an unfinished bathroom remodel, woodpeckers, 'screaming' toilet, crumbling section of a block home, timber strand studs over traditional studs and fixing a home with copper and aluminum wiring.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Projects You Should And Should Not Tackle! Plus... - Its important to know your limits on do-it-yourself projects. We discuss a few from this week's blog. Plus homeowner questions on caulking after window installation, chimney damage from high winds, winter lawns and a contractor job left unfinished and frustrated.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Fall Season Flowers... - Arizona greets fall with 'Happy Spring!' After a long hot summer, Jay Harper gets you in the flower planting mode with plenty of plant type suggestions for color. Prime time for over seeding winter lawns and creating garden beds for cool season veggies. Shane Cook from Treeland Nursery has fall flower tips for planting in pots.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Building Permits And Homeowner Questions! - Tackling some local and out of state events, football, home warranties, winter lawns and sealing outdoor cracks around the home. Weekly To Do on building permits. And Jennifer interviews the creator of Get Set Up.org. A place for 55 and older to learn useful skills and explore their interests with many different classes to live their best Life Worth Living In Place!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Managing a HYBRID Do It Yourself Project! - What if you hire a professional contractor for part of your Do It Yourself project? That's called a Hybrid DIY Project. Hiring a professional for parts of the project you may not feel comfortable taking on yourself. Rosie explains the steps to hiring a professional for the entire part of the project. Plus some of the things you should not do before getting a professional. Homeowner questions on ponding on a cement slab and installing a water treatment system.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees with SavATree! Canyon Hackberry & Frost Protection! - SavATree's Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland is joined by Arborist Richard Adkins to discuss the Tree Of The Month the Canyon Hackberry. Rather scraggly when young but matured has surprising benefits including shade. Tips on frost protection from proper use of frost cloth to watering for winter. Fall fertilizing, learning about 'Forest Bathing' and a surprise call from the originator of the Talking Trees hour John Eisenhower!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Seasonal Servicing Of Septic Systems & Homeowner Questions! - A properly maintained septic system is a must. We have some do's and don't's to consider. Plus homeowner questions on wall insulation, moisture buildup below stucco, shower leak, pool decking and draining and a sink glued to a granite bathroom countertop. (Broadcasting From The SAHBA Home Show in Tucson)
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Planning, Preparation And Precautions for your D-I-Y Project! - Before you tackle a home project yourself, learn about the 3 P's: Planning like your skill set and budget. Preparation includes securing the items needed and time to commit to the project. Precautions on accessing the projects you should tackle and ones to avoid. Plus more of Rosie's 'think abouts'! (Live Broadcast From The SAHBA Home Show)
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Green Valley Pecans! The Arizona Farm Bureau! - Growing pecans in Arizona? Growing pecans in Arizona? Yes, since the mid 1960's! Julie Murphree's guest is Deborah Walden-Ralls of Green Valley Pecan Company. Deborah talks about the family farm history, what it takes to grow the most sought after pecans worldwide, changes in the industry and the many ways to enjoy pecans besides pie! Yes, since the mid 1960's! Julie Murphree's guest is Deborah Walden-Ralls of Green Valley Pecan Company. Deborah talks about the family farm history, what it takes to grow the most sought after pecans worldwide, changes in the industry and the many ways to enjoy pecans besides pie!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Kitchen Maintenance And Homeowner Questions! - We discuss our latest video 'Tarping A Flat Shingle Roof'. A homeowner question on removing a fiberglass pool that leads to another issue with the backyard elevation higher than the home. Plumbing question with a focus on pex pipe. What type of flange for a toilet? Our Weekly To Do on kitchen maintenance.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maximizing Small Spaces In Your Home! - “Where can I store this??” We discuss how you can maximize your smaller spaces for storage and living. From small home offices combining seating and drawers to storage ideas for a small laundry room. Designing elements into small spaces to make it even more functional. Plus another pesky woodpecker problem for a homeowner.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Growing Successful Citrus In The Desert... - Growing your own citrus and fruit? September/October is the perfect time to plant them. Farmer Greg gives you the tips that can produce oranges, lemons and more for years, even decades to come. Starting with a square hole percolation test, 5 components of healthy soil, his 6/6 basin rule, fertilizing tips and some patience before your first of many delicious harvests.
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OPEN HOME HOUR SPECIAL EDITION! Water! Use It Wisely! - Water saving experts at Water-Use It Wisely explain ways to make your home more water friendly. Salt River Project and Central Arizona Project discusses the current state of Arizona's water supply. City Of Goodyear, AZ explains how to do your own water audit to check for possible leaks. And the City Of Glendale talks about water conservation with the right plants in the right place to create beautiful landscapes and xeriscapes.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Selecting The Right Window & Door Company! - Windows and doors are the weakest link in your home's envelope. Selecting the correct windows and doors can save you huge headaches in the future. Sal Sucato of DunRite Windows And Doors explains what a customer should know about how the right window materials, glass and proper install can improve energy efficiency, comfort and sound reduction. At a fair price and ample warranty too!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Fall Vegetable Gardening With Jay Harper! - Start tilling, preparing the soil and spacing out what you enjoy eating! Jay Harper discusses getting it in the ground from seed to plants. Need to save water by considering edible landscapes and xeriscapes instead of bermuda lawns. Two times per year for weed control. Tips on attracting pollinators to your landscapes and much more!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Selecting the Right Window Treatments for Your Home! - Our Weekly To Do on selecting the right window treatments for more than just looks but for functionality. Homeowner questions on house fly infestation, roof replacement from shingles to tile, mesquite tree damaging a block wall, cracks on a mobile home ceiling and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maximizing Space In A Tiny House! - With housing costs going crazy everywhere, folks are taking a hard look at alternatives to a conventional home. We take a look at how a tiny home can become your house, home, castle, or cabin. You can even stay in a tiny house! Daren Dinsmore of TinyCamp.com in Sedona talks about renting them for your next adventure. Plus homeowner questions on insulation and foundation cracking.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees: Arizona Rosewood & Holiday Tree - Its a shrub? Its a tree? Its both!! SavATree's Certified Arborists Scott Calabrese and Mathew Noriega talk about a good alternative to oleanders, the Arizona Rosewood. SavATree's complete holiday decoration service from design, install, removal and storing. Tasks to consider before transitioning to rye grass winter lawns including the two types of rye grass. Fall fertilizing citrus, tree planting the right way and more!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! BBQ Grill Maintenance And Homeowner Questions! - If you haven't fired up the grill in a long time or use it on a regular basis, we recommend some maintenance tips to keep grilling all year long. Senator Sina Kerr talks about preservation ideas for agriculture under the water supply bill. Plus homeowner questions on supercooling, replacing grass for landscaping, kitchen remodeling, batt insulation, killing those sticker weeds and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! 5 Home Projects To Tackle Before Autumn Approaches! We discuss our recommendations every Arizona homeowner should consider before temperatures begin to drop into fall and winter. Tackling homeowner questions on a sticky garage door, water heater maintenance, roof shingle issue, removing a non-load bearing wall and more!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Fresh Medjool Dates! - The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Juan Guzman, producer of Natural Delights Medjool Dates. Juan explains how Arizona became a producer of the 'king of dates' enjoyed worldwide. Discusses the unique care of the date palm trees and health benefits of this low glycemic, potassium rich fruit.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! What Is Efflorescence? And Homeowner Questions! - Our Weekly To Do explains that white, crusty stuff on concrete and stucco called efflorescence. Plus homeowner questions on pool excavation, pool shotcrete, rotten wood feature, window leak, doors not closing flush and the best way to maintain your home with the Rosie On The House Home Maintenance App powered by Home Zada.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Rosie’s Water Resource Guide! - We put together a comprehensive list of the sources of Arizona's water supply, how its used, the regulations surrounding its use and most importantly how to conserve it. We discuss some of the many resources that can benefit the homeowner. Plus questions on flagstone repair, lawn grubs and helping an elderly widow with a no longer functioning solar system.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Planning An Edible Landscape With Fruit Trees And Gardens! - Growing the fruits and veggies you enjoy eating starts with observing the space where you're placing the garden. From the year round direction of the sun, microclimates and water sources to creating healthy soil, composting and mulching. The Urban Farm's Farmer Greg explains how you can create a bountiful edible landscape.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Fall Gardening Preparation With Jay Harper! - Before you know it, fall will be here. Its the right time to prepare your garden soil to plant what you enjoy eating. Jay gives you the recipe for great soil. Drew Ullberg of the Tonto National Forest discusses what you need to know about collecting edibles, cactus and other plant species from the forest that may require permits. And what to do about Kissing Beetles.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Installing & Maintaining Flagstone And Homeowner Questions! - One way to improve the look of your outdoor hardscapes is with flagstone. We discuss its many advantages. Arizona Senator Sina Kerr breaks down the recently signed investment bill dealing with Arizona's future water supply. And listener questions on slab repair, replacing wind turbine vents, replacing or repairing air conditioners with R-22 refrigerant, doors not closing properly and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Is Your Pool Wasting Water And Money? - Don't assume your pool is losing lots of water from evaporation. It could be leaking in places that are not obvious wasting money and water. Ian Hanley of Pinpoint Leak Detection And Repair discusses common and uncommon places they've found trouble spots, some of the signs of a leak and the most intriguing aspect is the techniques they use to detect AND REPAIR leaks without draining the pool.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Tree Diseases And Texas Olive Tree With SavATree - SavATree's Gary Peterson is joined by Certified Arborist Scott Calabrese. Discussing the Tree Of The Month the Texas Olive Tree. Lots of advantages to this hearty tree. Avoiding monsoon tree damage or uprooting. Discussion on palms tall and small from lightning strikes to pruning tips to avoid messy seeds falling. And a deep dive into Texas Root Rot. Are there ways to avoid it from killing your trees?
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Crickets And Caller’s Homeowner Questions -
Discussion on controlling crickets inside and outside your home. Listener questions include flickering lights, a waxy water filter issue, musty outdoor smell coming for the air conditioner, what to do about an abandoned septic tank, concrete shortage and more Arizona homeowner information.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! As If You Need More Honest Facts For Water Treatment! - We've covered the abundance of minerals in Arizona’s water in depth. But something else in our water and the water all over the planet that you should know. Jon Owens of Rosie Certified Kinetico Water Systems explains something known as 'forever chemicals'. While cities to a great job providing safe water, Jon gives you straight talk on improving water quality in your home if you're considering it. Plus listeners have their water treatment questions.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Perfect Climate, Great Soil Means More Crops With The Arizona Farm Bureau! - Dr. Jeff Silvertooth is a renowned specialist in Agronomy and crop production management strategies in soil-plant systems. Joined by the Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree, he explains why Arizona's year round climate and unique soils benefits many crops grown year round, high quality seed production and the myths about plant genetics and GMO's. All combined to make Arizona a key state for agriculture.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions Galore! - We tackle electric panel replacement, mold odor from a leaking spa, broken toilet tank top, pilot light issue on a water heater, irrigation, gutters, soundproofing windows, showerhead installation and more!!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Truth And Myths About Solar Energy! - There are many misconceptions surrounding residential solar panels and systems. It can be difficult to decipher the truth from the myths. Randy Cole, owner, Fox Valley Electric and Solar, a Rosie-Certified Partner, gives you the straight talk! Explains the truth behind some of the most common myths. And the recommendations you must consider when your considering solar for your home.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Jay Harper On August Gardening! From Monsoon Season To Fall! - Plants and trees are loving the monsoon rain and sticky dewpoints. Jay Harper says the trick is backing off watering depending on how much rain you got in your area. August is a good time to re evaluate your landscape. And begin to plan your fall vegetable gardens. Tips on maintaining house and potted plants. And should you water plants with swamp cooler water?
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Steps To Big Savings On Your Electric Bill! - During power outages, there's a misconception that solar panel continue to work. They're actually designed to shut down for good reason. However Randy Cole of Fox Valley Electric And Solar explains ways you can continue to have power when you lose it. Plus ways you can save big bucks on your electric bill. And more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Difference Between Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy! - It can be confusing. Energy efficiency versus renewable energy. On the surface, they seem to be the same. But we explain the difference and the advantages to the homeowner. Arizona Game And Fish explains how they fill many water catchments for wildlife when rain is scarce. Homeowner questions on slab repair, pipe rattling and follow up on a door to door scammer selling solar products.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm/The Worms Crawl In, The Worms Crawl Out! - Farmer Greg's guest is Zach Brooks of Arizona Worm Farm. A sustainable farm on a mission to take sunshine, rainwater and other people's garbage to breed and grow worms and insects. Creating rich, nutrient compost and soil for gardens and trees that produce sustainable food. Zach explains everything about worms, his farm and how 'idiot simple' it can be.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Proper Passive Attic Ventilation And Homeowner Questions! - Exhausting hot attics with fans and radiant barrier is a waste of money. Rosie explains why natural passive venting is the way to go! Listener questions include a mystery water leak, mounting a flagpole on stucco, popcorn ceiling removal, paver sealing and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Beware Of Door To Door Unlicensed Solicitations! - Arizona Registrar Of Contractors President Jeff Fleetham implores be extra careful of door to door scam artists offering repair services that take your money and run. Ask questions before you sign a contract, using a licensed contractor, and checking the Registrar's website for that information. Rosie discusses the most popular things people are splurging on for their remodeling project.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Agritopia And Summer Lawn Care! - Kelly Saxer of Agritopia Farms in Gilbert, AZ grows certified organic produce. She explains how you can support this CSA (Community Supported AG) farm thru Farm Box Memberships and even grow your own produce. Ray Lopez of Scottsdale Weed Control shares tips to control and manage weeds on summer lawns.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Choosing The Right Home Generator! - Power outages happen. We discuss what to consider when purchasing a backup generator. APS Customer Technology Manager Kerri Carnes gives us an update on the customer conversion to the new Time Of Use plan. The many ways you can cut your water consumption. And with monsoon season, know about the Stupid Motorist Law.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Buying Or Selling A Home With Existing Solar Panels! - Before you see existing solar panels and systems on a home means lower electric bills, we discussed the questions you should consider like age of the panels, who installed it, lease or buy system. Where did the the recent infestation of tiny beetles come from? And questions on supply line insurance, a remodeling trend called 'reselection experience', cleaning air conditioning coils yourself and more!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees with SavATree! - SavATree's Gary Peterson and Certified Arborist Mathew Noriega discuss the benefits of The Tree Of Month: The Desert Willow. How to keep girdling roots from killing your tree. Keeping your trees trimmed properly from monsoon winds and proper shade for the trunk. Tree tips for stressed out trees, holding moisture at the base and staking techniques.
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ROSIE ON THE HOUSE 4th OF JULY SPECIAL! History Of The Constitution! - 13 years after The Declaration Of Independence, The US Constitution was ratified as a necessary replacement for the Articles Of Confederation. This document establishes and explains how government is supposed to function while allowing the states its own separate control. A discussion about George Washington's strategy of retreating and his yearning to become Continental Army General. Plus The Weekly To Do on installing and displaying the flagpole to fly Ol' Glory.
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ROSIE ON THE HOUSE 4th OF JULY SPECIAL! History Of The Declaration Of Independence! - Grand Canyon University's Dr. David Dean discusses the Declaration Of Independence. Specifically the frustration the colonies had with England's King George III and his monarchy rule. The demands made to become a separate country influenced by English philosopher John Locke. How this document led to the next one: The Constitution.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Fresh Peppers & Melons! - The genetic origins for nearly 90 percent of the chilis grown commercially in the U.S. can be tracked back to Ed Curry. His base chili paste alone is featured in over 80 percent of products. He talks with The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree about his latest chili research: extracting all natural flavors and many health benefits of chilis. Ed developed the Arizona 20, the standard of the green and red chili.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Advanced Care Planning, A/C Extended Warranties Plus Homeowner Questions! - Topics from the real estate market to a monsoon season checklist. Interview with My Directives.com, a digital wallet card that has all your directives in case of life threating emergencies. Rosie's take on A/C extended warranties especially on labor. And homeowner questions on carbon monoxide, soundproofing and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Women In Construction And Homeowner Questions! - A career in the construction sciences for women has never been better. The opportunities for learning and demand for skilled services are even greater. Rosie On The House Staff Writer Susan Kregar discusses how her involvement with construction trade associations lead to her career. Rosie Right Remodeling's Project Manager Sefora Onye and Design & Sales Consultant Rochelle Horn discuss what lead to their careers in remodeling construction. Plus homeowner questions!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm! Rainwater Harvesting To The Max With Brad Lancaster! - Farmer Greg's guest is Tucson's Brad Lancaster! Award Winning Author of ‘Rainwater Harvesting For Dryland And Beyond’. With cities asking residents to reduce water use, harvesting rainwater is more that just collecting in a tank. Brad discusses various methods about how you can capture every drop and move rainwater from the street to the roof! ‘Planting the rain to grow abundance’.
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A Century Celebration For Our Flagship Station KTAR, Orangeburg Pipe & Other Homeowner Questions! - Rosie On The House broadcasts from KTAR/Phoenix. Ryan Hatch discusses the history and plans to celebrate KTAR's 100th Anniversary. Weekly To Do on Orangeburg Pipe. What is it and if you have a home built from the 1950's thru early 1980's what to do if you have it. Plus homeowner questions on smoke detectors, roofing and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Flooring Installations And Warranties! - Mission Hardwood Flooring talks about the various types of hardwood floors that can be installed in your home. Bram Flooring discusses floor warranties. From small to large installation issues, some ways you might be surprised to know that can void the warranty.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Garden & Saving Water Notes With Jay Harper! - Jay Harper discusses ways to reduce water use. From drought tolerant plants to replacing grass with artificial turf. Evaluating and maintaining irrigation sprinklers, drip hoses and the controller. Replacing rock landscapes with mulch to retain moisture. Protecting tree trunks from sunburn to pruning for monsoon winds.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Life Changing Documents You Should Never Be Without! Renovation Loans And More! - Having your affairs in order are key to making sure your wishes are followed in case of accident or death no matter your age. Mick and Sam of Phocus Law detail the documents you should have to carry out those wishes legally. Ryne Jakobus of Fairway Mortgage explains what a renovation loan can do for remodeling your home. Plus homeowner questions and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Removing Different Types Of Flooring! - Before you decide to DIY removing your old floor for a new one, Mitch & Aaron Taylor of Bram Flooring discuss the challenges you're going to face from different types of tile to carpet and more. Plus the popular and best selling floor types being installed today.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees With SavATree! - SavATree's Gary Peterson and Kevin Salamandra of Avid Zone Trees discuss the Tree Of The Month: The Velvet Mesquite. Also getting your trees ready for monsoon season. The proper way to stake younger trees from tie down cables to a Duckbill System or stapling. June means the return of Palo Verde Beetles!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Dairy With Arizona Farm Bureau - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guests are Wes and Bill Kerr of Kerr Family Farms in Buckeye, AZ. They discuss the history of the family farm, the technology and genetics used from tracking to nutrition and sustainability that keep their dairy cows producing Arizona milk. Plus how to get their beef products direct from the farm.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions And Answers! - Homeowner topics and some solutions including fixing an interior door that won't stay open or closed, an inground plastic water tank leak, a DYI question on painting cabinets, plumbing noises, why we don't recommend elastomeric paint on stucco surfaces, cleaning oil and grease stains on concrete and more!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Extreme Fruit Tree Care With The Urban Farm! - Farmer Greg details how to grow fruit trees from planting to fully grown. His 6/6 rule of creating healthy soil. Planting in a square hole with the proper mix of dirt and nutrients. Ground cover to cool the soil. The four times per year to fertilize, finding the correct root stock for success and more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Ceiling Fan Selection And How Often Should You Really Have Air Ducts Cleaned! - We discuss choosing the right ceiling fan for your home from blade selection, type of motor to CFM rating. And how often should you really have your air ducts cleaned? Not as often as you think provided other maintenance to consider. Plus caller questions on cracks in the ceiling (not fan related) and recourse for using an unlicensed painter.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Honoring Memorial Day And Homeowner Questions - We discuss some of the events honoring Memorial Day. And answer questions on using a portable swamp cooler, misting systems, getting a lawn back after broken irrigation, proper cover for sun damaged fascia, homemade tile cleaner and what steps to take in closing up a home during the summer.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Window Talks! The Best Windows You Can Install! - LIVE FROM SANDERSON FORD! - Special Guest the Legendary Announcer For The Phoenix Suns Al McCoy joins the broadcast to talk about the Suns playoff season and highlights of his 50 years of broadcasting Suns games. Sal Sucato of DunRite Windows & Doors details the pros and cons of vinyl and fiberglass windows. What windows give you more bang for your buck!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! A Free For All With Special Guests From Sanderson Ford?s Live Broadcast! - Tim Hattrick from KNIX's Tim, Ben And Brook In The Morning along with Brady Bogan from KUPD's Morning Mess join in with lots of stories including home improvement talk, scorpion control, Garth Brooks, favorite music growing up and more!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions! - Upcoming event to protect your catalytic converter. Homeowner questions include an air conditioner that seems to be running when its completely turned off, 2 questions concerning a different home soft water system issue and a wet closet next to a shower after use.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Current State Of Arizona?s Water Supply From The Ground Up! - Laura Grignano, Manager of Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District and Vineetha Kartha, Manager Colorado River Programs discuss how Arizona has been able to manage, conserve and store water with the Tier 1 Shortage in Lake Mead. With decades of water management, they explain in detail what will keep the water flowing to homes and agriculture. Plus what Tier 2 and Tier 3 shortage could mean for Arizona.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR/Arizona Farm Bureau! Farm Fresh Beef From Apache County! - Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Hayley Andrus of Andrus Cattle Company. After moving from Idaho to Apache County, she discusses ranch operations and family life in the northeast corner of Arizona. The standards and production for their beef. The challenges from weather to wolves. And the life lessons learned around the farm.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! What ?Newbies? To Arizona Need To Know From Home Ownership To Extreme Weather! - Are you one of Arizona?s newbies? If so, welcome! Being new to the Grand Canyon State, there are some important things you need to know. We discuss air conditioning, hard water, monsoon season and the Stupid Motorist Law. Plus homeowner questions on low toilet water levels, sewer smell coming from the sink p-trap and how to replace 90 degree metal corners to rounded corners for drywall.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Pros And Cons Of Buying A Flipped Home & Homeowner Questions! - When it comes to a flipped home, buyer beware! There a chance permits were never pulled and unlicensed contractors performed the work. Rosie has tips to consider when buying a flipped home. Plus various homeowner questions about tile and coatings on roofs, expansion joint repair, mystery liquid seeping thru the floor and more!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions & More! - Weekly To Do on Hammers and Nails. Upcoming events. And homeowner questions about does soft water cause no suds in the washing machine, insulating an aluminum frame, funny smell from the bathroom only at night, sealing ductwork yourself and spraying PAM on the air conditioning filter.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Benefits Of Hardwood Floors! - With all the innovations in flooring, its easy to forget that wood floors have been around for centuries. Wood has withstood the test of time as a flooring material. Bobby Serafin of Rosie Certified Mission Hardwood Floors explain the benefits and installation process of solid and engineered flooring. Including maintenance and repairing floors that could be the only floor you'll ever want.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! - Preserving Your Fruit & Vegetable Harvest With The Urban Farm! - The Urban Farm's Farmer Greg and Micro Farm Project's Kari Spencer gives you inspiration to preserve food. From canning to fermentation, pickling and freezing. Two types of canning, health benefits of fermentation, dehydrating for tasty snacks and the methods to get it done!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions & More! - Weekly To Do on Hammers and Nails. Upcoming events. And homeowner questions about does soft water cause no suds in the washing machine, insulating an aluminum frame, funny smell from the bathroom only at night, sealing ductwork yourself and spraying PAM on the air conditioning filter.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! APS Time Of Use Changes, Kitchen Faucets, Woodpeckers And More! - Kerri Carnes and Jill Hanks from APS has great news for customers about a reduction of On Peak power hours coming soon. They discuss what to do to get ready especially for Super Coolers. Weekly To Do on kitchen faucets. Most Asked Question on keeping woodpeckers from tapping on your home. And more!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Challenges For Your Air Conditioning Before The Summer Heat! - Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning discusses why this is not the year to ignore air conditioning maintenance or replacement of worn out parts. Supply chain issues continue to hamper the necessary parts or a new unit. The importance of establishing a relationship with your local A/C company. Home Energy Audits. Plus air conditioner questions from listeners.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Lawn Transition With Jay Harper! - Transitioning to summer lawns is all about timing. Jay discusses the things to consider on bringing bermuda grass back to life. The best way to remove bermuda if you're done with summer lawns or replacing with artificial grass. The benefits and challenges of indoor house plants. And swimming pool talk too!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Challenges For Your Air Conditioning Before The Summer Heat! - Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning discusses why this is not the year to ignore air conditioning maintenance or replacement of worn out parts. Supply chain issues continue to hamper the necessary parts or a new unit. The importance of establishing a relationship with your local A/C company. Home Energy Audits. Plus air conditioner questions from listeners.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! APS Time Of Use Changes, Kitchen Faucets, Woodpeckers And More! - Kerri Carnes and Jill Hanks from APS has great news for customers about a reduction of On Peak power hours coming soon. They discuss what to do to get ready especially for Super Coolers. Weekly To Do on kitchen faucets. Most Asked Question on keeping woodpeckers from tapping on your home. And more!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Lawn Transition With Jay Harper! - Transitioning to summer lawns is all about timing. Jay discusses the things to consider on bringing bermuda grass back to life. The best way to remove bermuda if you're done with summer lawns or replacing with artificial grass. The benefits and challenges of indoor house plants. And swimming pool talk too!
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Drywall Repair, Homeowner Mistakes And More! - LIVE FROM THE SAHBA HOME AND PATIO SHOW IN TUCSON! - Event Manager Alex Porta discusses the Southwestern Arizona Home Builder's Association's Spring show featuring just about everything for the homeowner. What homeowners get wrong about the water heater. And Rick Thompson of Thompson's Drywall Services teaches you how to repair drywall damage if you're inclined to do it yourself.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The ’Un-Reality’ Of Home Improvement TV Shows - LIVE FROM THE SAHBA HOME AND PATIO SHOW IN TUCSON! - Shows on HGTV and other home improvement channels are good for inspiration. But the reality is there's more to a remodel or upgrade they don't show you. Rosie points out those things you need to know that help or hurt your project. Plus common mistakes homeowners make with the air conditioning system, homeowner questions on a hot water issue and solution to a sewer smell that didn't work.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees! A New Pest Found On Aspen Trees! - Gary Peterson and Jordan Orwig of SavATree discuss a fairly new infestation found on Aspen trees called Oystershell Scale. They describe what it looks like, the life cycle and the challenges to control it. Including some interesting facts about Aspens. Plus those large mosquito looking Crane Flies, understanding irrigation requirements for lawns and less toxic uses for plant care.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Air Conditioning Maintenance Before The Summer Heat Hits! - It is important to get your air conditioning system ready for summer. A little maintenance and preparation now will ensure your home is not only comfortable but free of costly breakdowns and high energy bills. Todd Russo of Reeis Air Conditioning talks about the difference between maintenance and some of those low offer inspections. Plus other news of the day!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! All Things Roofing! Including Metal Roofing! - Jim McLain and Robyn Charland of Canyon State Roofing are serious about roofing. Besides traditional shingles, they discuss the advantages and myth about metal roofs and concrete tile. The importance of the underlaying material. Why they don't install synthetic underlay. And what's with the peel and stick underlay. Plus explaining roof pitch in regards to installation.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Arizona BEEF! - The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Stefanie & Andy Smallhouse of Carlink Ranch. Producing over 100 years of quality beef. Discussing the history of the ranch, managing the natural resources is key to ranch operations, beef nutritional benefits and how consumer education can benefit farmers to produce some of the best beef in the country!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! All Things Roofing! Including Metal Roofing! - Jim McLain and Robyn Charland of Canyon State Roofing are serious about roofing. Besides traditional shingles, they discuss the advantages and myth about metal roofs and concrete tile. The importance of the underlaying material. Why they don't install synthetic underlay. And what's with the peel and stick underlay. Plus explaining roof pitch in regards to installation.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! What You Should Know About Replacing Windows & Homeowner Questions! - You maybe surprised to know the top reason to replace your home's windows. Plus homeowner questions about filtering out salt in water, replacing a older concrete tile roof and the different underlays being used, a sewer type smell from the dishwasher, roof venting and duct cleaning.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Properly Directing Stormwater, Life Worth Living In Place And More! - It rains in Arizona. And it can be very heavy causing flooding around your property. Jim Kolwalski of Kolwalski Construction, who specializes in water damage restoration, talks about ways to avoid that stormwater from damaging your property and the environment. Jennifer discusses the many things she found at the KBIS Show to assist the elderly and their challenges. And more!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Effective Garden Watering With The Urban Farm! - Whether your water source comes from the tap, flood irrigation, graywater and rain, Farmer Greg discusses effective ways to get that water to where its needed. How woody mulch, ground cover and drip tape can lead to good results. Removing chlorine from tap water and gopher proofing your gardens.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Oranges & Agriscaping! The Best Edible Botanical Gardens You Need To Know About! - Talking about oranges ready for picking while not disturbing new blossoms blooming for next year's fruit. SavATree's John Eisenhower has suggestions on juicing and storing that juice in various ways. Justin Rohner of Queen Creek Botanical Gardens talks about Agriscaping and the many things to see at the gardens. What it takes to have a beautiful garden and eat it too!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees With SavATree! - A packed group of guests discuss the Tree Of The Month the Pink Trumpet Tree (or as our panel calls it the Tabebuia). A tree you should consider for your landscape. Plus proper ways for caring for plants. Featuring John Eisenhower and Peter Conden from SavATree and Horticulturist Arborist Steve Priebe.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Benefits Of Replacing Your Windows! - Adam Homer of Pella Windows And Doors discusses the benefits of upgrading to better engineered windows. More than just energy efficiency, homeowners are looking for aesthetics, low maintenance, dust and noise reduction. Windows and doors can be the weakest link in your home's efficiency.
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Bureau! Farm Fresh Arizona Grown Grains! - Sossaman Farms is known for producing heritage grains used in baking bread, brewing beer, and by distillers. Steve and Caroline Sossaman join Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to talk about the incredible history of the farm in its 103rd year. The many types of ancient grains grown and sold thru Hayden Flour Mills. And Steve explains why they're not just making a living but making a life!
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Keeping Painted Surfaces Clean, Trends From The KBIS Show and MYSTERY SOLVED! - Tips on keeping recently painted areas clean. Some of the trends found at the Kitchen And Bath International Show. The mystery sound coming from a newly built home is SOLVED. The homebuilder explains what it is and how they repaired it. Plus caller questions on a backyard fountain pump problem and what it takes for a drywall finish level 5.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Caller Questions And Answers! - Listener questions include radiant barrier attic install, moisture under a tile floor with no damage to the slab, troubleshooting a jet tub motor problem, overcoating a flat roof and installing a macerating toilet in a laundry room. Plus what is biophilia?
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Lead And Asbestos Testing! The State Of Construction With Arizona?s Registrar Of Contractors! - Head of the Arizona Registrar Of Contractors Jeff Fleetham discusses the hot construction market. Every construction project is facing challenges in labor, supply and time of completion. Jeff talks about those issues. The importance of lead and asbestos test before remodeling especially if your home was built before 1978. Plus learn about 'pre-loading'. The reason tiles are stacked on the roof of a new home build.
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OPEN HOME HOUR! Knocking Out That ?Honey Do? List And Homeowner Questions! - The weather is great! So is that 'Honey Do' list. We go over some of those tasks and how to tackle them. Rosie and Jennifer talks about some takeaways from the International Kitchen And Bath Show. Plus homeowner questions on lifting sheet vinyl flooring, tank versus tankless water heaters and Rosie's tips for a successful Super Bowl/Valentine's Day Weekend!
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OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Bureau Talking Citrus And Alfalfa Hay! - Julie Murphree of The Arizona Farm Bureau's guest is Trevor Bales of Bales Hay Farm & Ranch Feed Store. Trevor's family farm dates back 6 generations. He discusses the history of the farm and the significance of hay farming in Arizona from production to feed. Plus citrus is one of Arizona's '5 C's that benefits the entire country.
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ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Choosing Paint Colors Is A ?Snap?! - Before you paint, choosing the right color used to be a chore. Thanks to Sherwin Williams, peel and stick sample colors and their Colorsnap Visualizer App can visualize the many different shades of color to help make your decision and avoid color mistakes after its done. Plus listener questions on building a storage shed, neighbor's leaking planter on a block wall, painting estimates on HOA homes and more mystery home sounds!
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There are neighbors who own or rent in your neighborhood. And short term neighbors in rentals (Vrbo, AirBnB) which can pose challenges. We tackle the topic while answering homeowner questions on water and mold damage, vinyl siding peeling, shower pan damage, metal roof issue and hanging pictures on a block wall.
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Thinking of volunteering your time to a favorite cause? We provide some good tips to find the right organization that fits your interest. David Weedman of Arizona Game And Fish talks about using Christmas trees to build fish habitats in state lakes. Plus homeowner questions on exposed nails on a new roof and home value of walk in showers versus a walk in and tub shower.
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Arizona is a major producer of 15 types of leafy greens. Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Kami Weedle who oversees food safety at Rousseau Farms. She discusses how Arizona has been in the forefront for food safety, the process of harvesting, packing and marketing greens and more! Plus why you should includes leafy greens in your diet.
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Permaculture is the art and science of working in the flow of nature to create self sufficient, sustainable landscapes. But let Farmer Greg explain it in simpler terms that can work to your advantage for trees and gardens. Learn about regeneration, stacking functions, circular composting and the fruit you can grow in the low desert!
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We discuss what's going on at Rosie On The House. A listener lets us know about a 'too good to be true' story with lots of red flags. Gift ideas made in Arizona. John Junker of St. Vincent dePaul talks about how they feed, clothe, house and heal those in need and how you can help.
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John Eisenhower is joined by Branch Manager Gary Peterson to discuss our Tree Of The Month: the White Mulberry Tree. A study on an endless water supply called Primary Water. Tips on protecting your trees and plants from frost. And reasons to might have to remove a tree completely.
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Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is General Manager of Arizona Milk Producers Tammy Baker. The dairy industry is a near billion dollar business. Dairy farmers keep a clean farm and land to produce nutritious milk found locally in stores. Tammy discusses the importance of milk in your diet, farm's commitment to sustainability, how the expiration date is determined and 'moooo'ore!
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Farmer Greg gives you the scoop on things to consider placing your garden or landscape in your yard. Observing your space, direction of the sun, which direction works best. Sources of water to use. Creating an 'old growth food forest', explaining the 7 layers of a food forest. Lasagna gardening and more tips to grow your own!
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We discuss a little known topic called Primary Water. Where water is constantly created near the earth's crust and released thru fissures. Three times the amount of water of all the oceans combined! Gardening suggestions include healthy food producing plants, seed spacing tips and the steps to constructing and planting a garden. Plus we discuss plants that can naturally deter mosquitos.
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Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland of SavATree is joined by Aimee Esposito of Trees Matter. Who's mission is to promote increased tree canopy as part of the benefits of tree growth. Discussing the Tree Of The Month: The Chinese Elm. From composting to mulching, trees add value to your home. Plus the proper way to hang holiday lights on your trees without damaging them.
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Move Over California! Arizona grown grapes, wine and beer has become a big deal! We talk Emil Molin of Cove Mesa Vineyards in Cottonwood, Arizona joined by Julie Murphree of The Arizona Farm Bureau. How a course in winemaking led to opening Cove Mesa. Brian McKean of Old Ellsworth Brewing talks about brewing The Arizona Farm Bureau's Centennial beer 'Cien'. And what it takes to produce excellent wine and beer in Arizona!
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Ray Lopez of Liberty Greens and Scottsdale Weed Control discusses everything you should know about artificial turf for your yard. From preparation of the foundation to proper installation of turf and maintenance. The reason to install turf made in the USA, not internationally. Water saving! Safety factor for kids and dogs. Plus handling odor issues from dog urine.
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Farmer Greg's vision to help you become food secure starts with growing your own citrus trees. Planting and maintaining the height for easy harvesting, creating healthy soil when you plant, and key points/tips on keeping your citrus thriving year round.
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Perfect time to plant! For edible gardening, Jay gives you tips on what to plant for things you like to eat. Also the perfect time to reassess your landscapes like trees and water tolerant plants. Overseeding for winter lawns this year has some challenges. But Jay has some tips to keep that lawn lasting longer. Discussion of battery powered lawn tools. And keeping pests like caterpillars from chomping up your garden.
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Sarah Maitland of 'SavATree' is joined by Dave Jernigan of 'The Gardner's Touch'. Discussing the Tree Of The Month the Chinese Pistache and the reasons you should consider this tree for the right space. Dave goes thru the steps of overseeding for winter rye lawns, the pros and cons of a winter lawn, irrigation tips and explains how plant growth regulators are used in lawns and trees.
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The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree discusses Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). With the pandemic and food supply chain issues, there's a re-awakening of the local food movement. Getting the freshest produce direct from local farms while helping farmers stay in business. Plus Arizona Farm Bureau President Stephanie Smallhouse talks about the importance of CSA's in smaller communities and the effect record monsoon rain has had on Arizona farming.
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Growing your own food produces seeds you can plant for a regenerative harvest. Farmer Greg explains how to save and store seeds from the produce so you can creative a thriving, resilient garden! Explains the differences between GMO, hybrid and organic seeds. And you'll be surprised how long saved seeds can last until you plant them.
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Fall gardening tips from soil preparation to raised planter ideas including hay bales, horse troughs and square food gardening. Explaining planting from seed the leaf, root and modified stem type of vegetables. Advantage of frost cloth besides protection from frost. Rule of thumb for watering. And the benefits of pollinators.
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We look back at 9/11 by focusing on 9/12. How Americans became unified in their resolve to stand strong. Grand Canyon University Historian Dr. Dean joins us to recall what Americans did to show their resolve and what makes historic US war events different from 9/11. And listeners share their stories about that day. Its a conversation worth your time.
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Follow up on monsoon prep clarifying the difference between surge protection and lightning protection. APS Solar Buyback rates decreasing October 1st. What you need to know. Plus the Weekly To Do with Steve Berens, CEO of the Clear Comfort pool system. An innovative, alternative way to treat pools for healthier, cleaner water, with little maintenance producing chlorine amounts less than tap water.
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Its it worth insulating a hot garage? Rosie explains insulating alone isn't enough. Seal or need to replace a 3 year old tile shower leak? Cause of a window leak could be from stucco or roof leaks? Weekly To Do with Water Use It Wisely for simple ways to save water. And our Life Worth Living In Place segment on making your medical wishes known.
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Our certified roofers have been very busy after storm damage. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing discusses the things you should do if you can't get a roofer in a timely manner. Our 'Aging In Place' segment on elderly fall prevention around the home and a great product we found that can help. Plus homeowner questions on dust in the home, water heater draining and air conditioner condensate problem.
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While our long hot summers have some homeowners wondering if vinyl windows are durable enough to be a smart choice for Arizona homes, they’re one of the most popular choices that Rosie-Certified partner DunRite Windows & Doors installs. Sal Sacauto explains why they can be more bang for your buck. Plus if you think you don't need flood insurance in Arizona, Rosie has some things to consider.
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What is a Vortex Vault? Home elevators. And listener questions on ductless air conditioners or mini-splits, woodpeckers damaging stucco, grass around a fruit tree and drain pipe install in a new built home that called for cutting into the slab. (There is a difference between the foundation and the slab) Weekly To Do on preparing and avoiding Flash Floods.
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Tips on how to repair drywall stains caused by roof leaks. The Weekly To Do on showerheads that are more than just water thru some holes. And listener questions about air in the hot water line and finding a water leak that's increased the homeowners water bill.
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A great 'Aging In Place' segment on how scammers prey on the elderly and how to avoid being scammed. The Weekly To Do on pool maintenance during monsoon season with Desert Sun Pools' Craig O'Grady. ABC 15 Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo explains why the storm that hit Scottsdale was so intense with rain, near hurricane force winds and constant lightning. Plus why you should keep your A/C fan motor on 'auto'.
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We discuss some of the common issues not found during a home inspection whether you're buying or selling. Weekly To Do on easing senior citizens into smart tech to enjoy it rather than being scared of it. Some features we discovered this week. And helping a homeowner on finishing a concrete floor.
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Bob Ross of Rosie Certified Lightning Busters explains how this system installed at your utility box can stop damaging electrical surges before they get in the home. Plus lightning strike protection all at a reasonable cost. Listener questions on new flooring, evap coolers and air conditioners, mini-splits and insulating block homes
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Discussion of cabinet lighting, solar to power home electronics, mistakes during home inspections. Joanna Lawson and Sefora Onye continue with their story of leaving tyrannical regimes in their home country to make it to America. Plus their takeaways about what it means to be an American!
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Checking your roof before the monsoon rains fall. Most Asked Question Of The Week on the pros and cons of cool deck, acrylic deck and pavers. Weekly To Do on Summer Shade with a pergola structure. And a Rosie On The House Staycation winner talks about their trip to Prescott.
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Most Asked Question Of The Week: What sized grab bars are best for the bathroom?Weekly To Do with Deckover! Retiring a pool, put a deck over it and repurpose your outdoor space. And questions on floating a new floor, gutter install against stucco, mini-splits and more!
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Monsoon Season is June 15th-September 30th. We discuss some preparation tips to be ready inside and out. How to avoid wasting water with a hot water recirculating pump. Listener questions on a fire retardant for a home near a wildfire area, a cork roof coating and more!
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