Rosie on the House

12/10/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR! How To Choose And Properly Use The Correct Ladder!

From fixed to folding, there's a ladder for any task, but safety is paramount when using a ladder in order to avoid a trip to the emergency room. We discuss the proper ladder setup and safety precautions to get your job done right. With 3G cell service shutting down, Victor Krstec of Affordable GPS Tracking discusses updating to 4G service before your tracking stops completely.

12/10/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Turning Your Home Into A Smart Home!

Millions of people have some sort of smart technology in their homes. But piecemealing each function with its single controller isn't the way to go. We discuss the best way with integration.  And the best technology to control and receive alerts from hard wiring, internet access to Wifi and cellular protection. Jared Wright from Tekna Security explains what works to your advantage.  

12/10/22 - 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".  Plus, could you plant and grow your own Christmas tree?

12/3/22 - 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!

12/3/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! 5 More Questions Arizona Homeowners Should Ask Most Often!

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.

12/3/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Feasts & Traditions With The Arizona Farm Bureau!

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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11/26/22 - 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!

11/26/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Five Questions That Should Be Asked 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. 

11/26/22 - 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'!

11/19/22 - 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?