Rosie on the House

10/8/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Building Permits And Homeowner Questions!

Tackling some local and out of state events, football, home warranties, winter lawns and sealing outdoor cracks around the home.  Weekly To Do on building permits.  And Jennifer interviews the creator of Get Set Up.org.  A place for 55 and older to learn useful skills and explore their interests with many different classes to live their best Life Worth Living In Place!

10/8/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Managing a HYBRID Do It Yourself Project!

What if you hire a professional contractor for part of your Do It Yourself project?  That's called a Hybrid DIY Project.  Hiring a professional for parts of the project you may not feel comfortable taking on yourself.  Rosie explains the steps to hiring a professional for the entire part of the project.  Plus some of the things you should not do before getting a professional.   Homeowner questions on ponding on a cement slab and installing a water treatment system.

10/8/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees With SavATree! Canyon Hackberry & Frost Protection!

SavATree's Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland is joined by Arborist Richard Adkins to discuss the Tree Of The Month the Canyon Hackberry.  Rather scraggly when young but matured has surprising benefits including shade.  Tips on frost protection from proper use of frost cloth to watering for winter.  Fall fertilizing, learning about 'Forest Bathing' and a surprise call from the originator of the Talking Trees hour John Eisenhower!
Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-canyon-hackberry-frost-protection-with-savatree

10/1/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Seasonal Servicing Of Septic Systems & Homeowner Questions!

A properly maintained septic system is a must.  We have some do's and don't's to consider.  Plus homeowner questions on wall insulation, moisture buildup below stucco, shower leak, pool decking and draining and a sink glued to a granite bathroom countertop.  (Broadcasting From The SAHBA Home Show in Tucson)

10/1/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Planning, Preparation And Precautions For Your D-I-Y Project!

Before you tackle a home project yourself, learn about the 3 P's:  Planning like your skill set and budget.  Preparation includes securing the items needed and time to commit to the project.  Precautions on accessing the projects you should tackle and ones to avoid.  Plus more of Rosie's 'think abouts'!  (Live Broadcast From The SAHBA Home Show)

10/1/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Green Valley Pecans! The Arizona Farm Bureau!

Growing pecans in Arizona?  Yes, since the mid 1960's!  Julie Murphree's guest is Deborah Walden-Ralls of Green Valley Pecan Company.  Deborah talks about the family farm history, what it takes to grow the most sought after pecans worldwide, changes in the industry and the many ways to enjoy pecans besides pie!
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-green-valley-pecans-with-arizona-farm-bureau/

9/24/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Kitchen Maintenance And Homeowner Questions!

We discuss our latest video 'Tarping A Flat Shingle Roof'.  A homeowner question on removing a fiberglass pool that leads to another issue with the backyard elevation higher than the home.  Plumbing question with a focus on pex pipe.  What type of flange for a toilet?  Our Weekly To Do on kitchen maintenance.

9/24/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maximizing Small Spaces In Your Home!

“Where can I store this??”  We discuss how you can maximize your smaller spaces for storage and living.  From small home offices combining seating and drawers to storage ideas for a small laundry room.  Designing elements into small spaces to make it even more functional.  Plus another pesky woodpecker problem for a homeowner.

9/24/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Growing Successful Citrus In The Desert With The Urban Farm!

Growing your own citrus and fruit?  September/October is the perfect time to plant them.  Farmer Greg gives you the tips that can produce oranges, lemons and more for years, even decades to come.  Starting with a square hole, percolation test, 5 components of healthy soil, his 6/6 basin rule, fertilizing tips and some patience before your first of many delicious harvests.
Original broadcast archive page https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-success-with-growing-citrus-in-the-desert-with-urban-farm/

9/17/22 - OPEN HOME HOUR SPECIAL EDITION! Water! Use It Wisely!

Water saving experts at Water-Use It Wisely explain ways to make your home more water friendly.  Salt River Project and Central Arizona Project discuses the current state of Arizona's water supply. City Of Goodyear, AZ explains how to do your own water audit to check for possible leaks. City Of Glendale talks about water conservation with the right plants in the right place to create beautiful landscapes and xeriscapes.
Original broadcast page with expanded content rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-water-use-it-wisely.

9/17/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Window & Door Upgrade Selections For Your Home!

Windows and doors are the weakest link in your home's envelope.  Selecting the correct windows and doors can save you huge headaches in the future.  Sal Sucato of DunRite Windows And Doors explains what a customer should know about how the right window materials, glass and proper install can improve energy efficiency, comfort and sound reduction.  At a fair price and ample warranty too!
Original broadcast page with expanded content roiseonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-window-door-upgrade-selections-for-your-home.

9/17/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Fall Vegetable Gardening With Jay Harper!

Start tilling, preparing the soil and spacing out what you enjoy eating!  Jay Harper discusses getting it in the ground from seed to plants.  Need to save water by considering edible landscapes and xeriscapes instead of bermuda lawns.  Two times per year for weed control.  Tips on attracting pollinators to your landscapes and much more!
Original broadcast archive page rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-fall-vegetable-planting/

9/10/22 -OPEN HOME HOUR! Selecting the Right Window Treatments for Your Home!

Our Weekly To Do on selecting the right window treatments for more than just looks but for functionality.  Homeowner questions on house fly infestation, roof replacement from shingles to tile, mesquite tree damaging a block wall, cracks on a mobile home ceiling and more!

9/10/22 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maximizing Space In A Tiny House!

With housing costs going crazy everywhere, folks are taking a hard look at alternatives to a conventional home.  We take a look at how a tiny home can become your house, home, castle, or cabin.  You can even stay in a tiny house! Daren Dinsmore of TinyCamp.com in Sedona talks about renting them for your next adventure.  Plus homeowner questions on insulation and foundation cracking.

9/10/22 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees: Arizona Rosewood & Holiday Tree Prep With SavATree!

Its a shrub? Its a tree?  Its both!!  SavATree's Certified Arborists Scott Calabrese and Mathew Noriega talk about a good alternative to oleanders, the Arizona Rosewood.  SavATree's complete holiday decoration service from design, install, removal and storing.  Tasks to consider before transitioning to rye grass winter lawns including the two types of rye grass.  Fall fertilizing citrus, tree planting the right way and more!