Rosie on the House

7/23/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Steps To Big Savings On Your Electric Bill!

During power outages, there's a misconception that solar panels continue to work.  If you're on the grid, 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!

7/23/22 - 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.  

7/23/22 - 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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7/16/22 - 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!

7/16/22 - 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.

7/16/22 - 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.

7/9/22 - 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.

7/9/22 - 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!

7/9/22 - 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.

7/2/22 - 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 forthe 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.

7/2/22 - 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.

7/2/22 - 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.

6/25/22 - 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!

6/25/22 - 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!

6/25/22 - 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’.