Rosie on the House

8/28/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm! Planting Fruit Trees!

Farmer Greg Peterson has the lowdown to ultimate fruit tree success.  Digging the proper hole, dirt and planting mix proportions for the hole, mulch, fertilizing, watering, shade, root stocks, chill hours and more.  The varieties that work in the low desert and the 3 things that can kill your fruit trees.

8/21/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! What’s Next When Your Roof Is Leaking Or Damaged? And Other Homeowner Questions!

Our certified roofers have been very busy after storm damage. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing discusses the things you should do if you can't get a roofer in a timely manner. Our 'Aging In Place' segment on elderly fall prevention around the home and a great product we found that can help. Plus homeowner questions on dust in the home, water heater draining and air conditioner condensate problem.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-monsoon-prep/

8/21/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Thinking ’Outside The Box’ About Water!

A different perspective on water conservation. Water is a finite source but infinitely renewable. We only see it at the point of use. We discuss how you should 'think outside the box'. Water is used for creating products from electricity to plastics. In some cases more water to make one product! And with the recent record rainfall, it doesn't mean reducing conservation efforts.  
 
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-record-rainfall-doesnt-mean-reducing-water-conservation-efforts/

8/21/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Gardening With Jay Harper! Fall Prep And Planting!

Record monsoon rainfall has softened the ground making it easy to start tilling a place for your fall garden. Jay has a time saving way to prepare your garden soil over 3 weekends for 30 minutes each week. Seed tips including spacing and a simple way to plant using seed tape. Root and leaf edibles to plant now and establish a harvest thru spring. Plus thoughts on lawn transition to fall rye grass.
Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-fall-garden-prep-with-jay-harper/

8/14/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Vinyl Windows And Flood Insurance!

While our long hot summers have some homeowners wondering if vinyl windows are durable enough to be a smart choice for Arizona homes, they’re one of the most popular choices that Rosie-Certified partner DunRite Windows & Doors installs.  Sal Sacauto explains why they can be more bang for your buck.  Plus if you think you don't need flood insurance in Arizona, Rosie has some things to consider.

8/14/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Water! Use It Wisely And Still Have A Beautiful Landscape!

Donna DiFrancesco of Rosie Certified Water,Use It Wisely  joins us to talk landscaping.  Specifically the ways to be water conscience and still have a lovely yard.  Whether installing a new landscape, renovating an existing one, or just looking for ways to conserve water in an urban environment, proper planning and design are essential to creating a water wise landscape!

8/14/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talking Trees! Your Favorite Trees Can Help Wildlife!

Sarah Maitland of SavATree is joined by special guest Laura Hackett of Liberty Wildlife Rescue who care for injured wildlife.  The bird population in North America has drastically decreased over decades.  We explain how trees in your landscape can help wildlife and improve co-existence with birds and other wildlife.  Plus the Tree of the Month for August the Weeping Acacia!

8/7/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Homeowner Questions & Answers!

What is a Vortex Vault?  Home elevators.  And listener questions on ductless air conditioners or mini-splits, woodpeckers damaging stucco, grass around a fruit tree and drain pipe install in a new built home that called for cutting into the slab.  (There is a difference between the foundation and the slab)  Weekly To Do on preparing and avoiding Flash Floods.

8/7/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Arizona's Water Supply, Usage And Conservation Techniques!

Since 1957, Arizona's water consumption has been about the same or less.  With the largest consumer being agriculture.  Yet it is leading the charge with improved water use practices and conservation technologies.  The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree and Chelsea McGuire discuss those technologies being used in Arizona farming and the continuing research to use even less water with more results!

8/7/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Bureau! Organic Versus Traditional Farming!

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by John Boeltz of Desert Premium Farms in Yuma.  For the 20th Anniversary of the USDA's Organic Certification Rules, we discuss the standards farmers need to grow organic produce.  What John is growing year round on his farms.  The differences between organic and traditional farming.  And explaining why organic 'is not a statement about food safety, nor is organic a value judgement about nutrition or quality' (Dan Glickman)

7/31/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Showerheads, Drywall Stains From Roof Leaks And Homeowner Questions!

Tips on how to repair drywall stains caused by roof leaks.  The Weekly To Do on showerheads that are more than just water thru some holes.  And listener questions about air in the hot water line and finding a water leak that's increased the homeowners water bill. 

7/31/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Maintaining Your Pool Or Hiring A Pool Service, Loving Condensate And Drainage Issues!

Tips to stay on top of your pool maintenance yourself.  Or considering hiring a pool service.  The reasons to love air conditioner condensate and why you should collect every drop of it.  Plus drainage issues in your backyard or landscape during and after a heavy rainfall.  Including a listener who has a drainage problem.

7/31/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Action Needed In The Yard After Monsoon Rains!

With an active monsoon season, excessive moisture can bring issues.  Weeds sprouting, lawn management from fungus to pests and insects like termites, mosquitos begin to appear.  We have some tips to consider.  Plus we break down some numbers on the potential of harvesting rainwater.  A responsible option to collect and save water.

7/24/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Scams On The Elderly, Monsoon Storm & Pool Care!

A great 'Aging In Place' segment on how scammers prey on the elderly and how to avoid being scammed.  The Weekly To Do on pool maintenance during monsoon season with Desert Sun Pools' Craig O'Grady.  ABC 15 Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo explains why the storm that hit Scottsdale was so intense with rain, near hurricane force winds and constant lightning.  Plus why you should keep your A/C fan motor on 'auto'.

7/24/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Monsoon Monsters Flooding With Scams!

An active monsoon means heavy storms that can damage your home.  That brings out scammers or 'travelers' with high pressure tactics and asking money in advance performing little to no work.  Director of The Arizona Registrar Of Contractors Jeff Fleetham joins the conversation on the importance of hiring licensed, bonded and insured contractors, what recourses a customer has for projects gone bad and the best advice to save money and nightmares:  patience.