Rosie on the House

9/9/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #NaturalCleaners

Our Weekly To Do on natural cleaners with ingredients like white vinegar, baking soda, isopropyl alcohol and more that you can make yourself. We welcome a new partner Armored Roofing. We explain why we use 3rd party GuildQuality for real, accurate reviews. Plus a homeowner update on a fire pit issue, increasing electrical amps for home addition, glass block leaks and roofing that reflects heat.
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9/9/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Consider Zoning Your HVAC System for Energy Efficiency

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

9/9/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees: #PlantShade & Tree of the Month: #ArizonaRosewood

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

9/2/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #PlanningForFall

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

9/2/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-learn-whats-in-your-water-and-how-to-remove-it-with-kinetico-water-systems/

9/2/23 - 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! 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-emerging-crops-with-az-farm-bureau-and-cts-greenwaste-recycling/

8/26/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #FarmersMarketGuide

Farmers markets have become a primary and sustainable source for fresh, local food in addition to other things you might find. Plus we tackle homeowners questions on window and solar installation issues, water pressure regulators, ceiling cracks and building a casita.
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8/26/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-calculating-when-its-time-to-invest-in-a-new-air-conditioning-unit-with-reeis-air-conditioning/

8/26/23 - 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.
 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-desert-fruit-trees-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

8/19/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #RoomTransformations

The Weekly To Do on room transformations. Simple things you can do to accent a room. Plus tips on dishwashers, cork product that's an alternative to paint, solar scams and Rosie helps a homeowner with choosing a new air conditioning unit that needs replacing. Starting with questions about his home.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content
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