Rosie on the House

1/6/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #ExteriorWindowTreatments

Weekly To Do on exterior window treatments. Energy Star rated windows meet strict energy efficient guidelines keeping rooms cool in summer and warm in winter. We discuss why its worth the investment along with shading tips. Knight Air Conditioning's Carisa Knight assists with a listener email on a possible heat pump problem on a cold morning. Plus other things happening at Rosie On The House.
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1/6/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! 2024 Paint Colors Of The Year!

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 A simple color change can make dull or outdated spaces look and feel new.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

1/6/24 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh #AZLeafyGreens

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

12/30/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Rosie On The House Home Maintenance App #RosieApp

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

12/30/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Your Top 5 DIY Articles Of 2023

Discussions on the concept of Super Cooling your home to save money and energy. Decking your pool instead of removing it. Hanging drywall. Correct mortar mix for masonry. And replacing a shower head.
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12/30/23 - 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.
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12/23/23 - 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!
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-what-is-a-heat-pump/

12/23/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Your Top 5 Blogs Of 2023!

We discuss our Top 5 Blogs of 2023. These include steps to enhance outdoor lighting, buying a new home versus remodeling in a high interest rate market, tips from an electrician, designing the best bathroom for your needs and painting tips from a pro!
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12/23/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #PlantYourFruitTrees With Farmer Greg Peterson

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

12/16/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #PipeFreezes & Homeowner Questions!

Our Weekly To Do on ways to mitigate pipe freezes. A listener thinks he has a vapor lock issue in his hot water piping system. We call in a lifeline from Day And Night Plumbing for some answers. Plus other questions on damaged tile in a sunken patio and a air conditioner condensate leak solution before the warranty runs out.
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12/16/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Positively Impact Your Community With Habitat For Humanity!

President and CEO of Habitat For Humanity Central Arizona Jason Barlow has grown this chapter of Habitat to one of the best in the country. It's more that building homes for those in need. It's the volunteers, ReStores, De-Construction teams, the first 3D constructed home in Arizona. He talks about it all including the new Construction Training Program featuring classes, on the job training and more!
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12/16/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! #LivingGift

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

12/9/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #FreshenYourCabinets

Refreshing kitchen and bathroom cabinets can be a lot less expensive that purchasing new ones depending on the condition and construction. We give you ideas on making that refresh count. Plus homeowner questions on home noises, fixing a stucco block wall planter and roofing.
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12/9/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! No Excuse For Getting A Permit For The Next Home Project!

There are many reasons why you need a permit for your project. For some, the idea of getting one conjures up emotional fear. But permits are designed to protect your project. We invited John Earhart, plan review manager with the City of Tempe, and Lisa Hertzog, plan review coordinator from the City of Phoenix, to explain the permit process. Even some projects that don't require a permit.
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12/9/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees & Winter Pruning Deciduous Trees

Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner discusses the benefits of the Texas Ebony tree.  A slow growing, dense evergreen tree that thrives in desert landscapes.  The 'anchor trees' of a desert landscape.  What to learn before you prune deciduous and citrus trees in the winter months.  Plus learn about cocktail trees and grafting techniques to potentially create a desired fruit variety.
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-winter-pruning-deciduous-trees-texas-ebony-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/