Rosie on the House

4/8/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-pool-barriers/

4/8/23 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Getting Your Air Conditioning Ready For Summer!

Todd Russo of REEis Air Conditioning breaks down how the air conditioner works to cool your home by transferring heat.  The function of its parts like coils, compressors, motors, air handler and condensate line. What uses the most energy in a unit. Disadvantage of short cycling. All part of the importance of a pre-summer A/C maintenance check.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-getting-your-ac-ready-for-warm-weather-with-reeis-air-conditioning/

4/8/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! #PinkTrumpetTree #Irrigation

Agriscaping Expert Justin Rohner discusses the Tree Of The Month the Pink Trumpet Tree.  A top notch shade tree that produces beautiful blooms, loves the heat and provides some medicinal purposes.  Deep watering tips to address summer heat and avoid root rot.  Core aeration for lawns and natural ways for weed control.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-irrigation-tree-of-the-month-pink-trumpet-tree-with-agriscaping/

4/1/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! #DrowningPrevention & Homeowner Questions!

Lori Stauffer of The Drowning Prevention Coalition Of Arizona discusses how the organization was created to address the excessive number of drowning fatalities in Arizona.  While they've drastically reduced incidents, the public must continue to do their part.  Plus questions about retaining wall crumbling, sunken living room, cooler lower wall and steps to close a home for the summer.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-drowning-prevention/

4/1/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-potential-ban-on-gas-stoves/

4/1/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-top-az-ag-commodities-with-julia-murphree-of-az-farm-bureau-and-dave-dewalt-usda-nass-statistician/

3/25/23 - 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.
 
Original Podcast Page With Expanded Content
https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-living-in-place/

3/25/23 - 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.
 
Original Podcast Page With Expanded Content
https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-homeowners-insurance-vs-warranty-with-phocus-insurance-services/

3/25/23 - 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!
Original podcast page with expanded content:  
https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farm-urban-farm-fun-with-farmer-greg-peterson/

3/18/23 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Landscaping Trends!

We features some of the trends in landscaping from water conservation to smart technology, hard surfaces, outdoor patios and more.  Plus homeowner's have issues with faucets, water heaters, door to door home improvement salespeople and more on solar.
 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-landscaping-trends/

3/18/23 - 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.
 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-tips-for-the-first-time-homebuyer/

3/18/23 - 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!
 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-warm-season-vegetables-with-jay-harper/

3/11/23 - 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!
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-glass-walls/

3/11/23 - 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.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-interior-design-trends-to-inspire-your-home-remodel-with-rosie-right-design-build-remodel/

3/11/23 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! 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?
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-plant-health-care-tree-of-the-month-acacia/