Rosie on the House

5/15/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Lawn & Garden Notes With Jay Harper!

May is the time to transition to summer bermuda lawns (or not).  Jay explains scalping, dethatching, aeration and irrigation adjustments for that summer lawn.  Garden transition to summer vegetables, melons and flowers.  And plants to attract those hard working, very important pollinators.

5/8/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Improving Your Water Quality

You can improve on Arizona's hard water with better tasting, mineral removing water.  George Cathey of Isley's Home Service explains how with an R/O system and whole house soft water treatment.  Most Asked Question This Week has to do with home warranties.  Rosie explains how they work, why we don't recommend them and an alternative you already have for your home.

5/8/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Steps For Selecting An HVAC Contractor!

Its very important to have a trusted relationship with a HVAC company on the leading edge of comfort in your home during an Arizona summer.  Jeff Carmichael of REEis Air Conditioning and Rosie gives you the honest answers to think about in finding the right company.  So you don't loose your cool in a hot house!  The problem may not be just your air conditioner.  

5/8/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Talkin' Trees With SavATree Integrity Tree Service!

Experts John Eisenhower and Stephen Price discuss the Tree Of The Month:  The Carob Tree!  An evergreen shade tree most landscapes never think about.  And yes, its pods are edible used for cocoa.  Plus tips on fertilizing palms.  Listener questions include help with an ailing allepo pine, watering a young red push pistache, pruning a chilean mesquite and mystery holes in the trunk of a carob tree?  Hmmm....

5/1/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Air Conditioner Compressor, Window Glass Repair And More!

We tackle the Most Asked Question Of The Week:  How tough is it to replace broken glass in a window?  Weekly To Do on the importance of getting your air conditioner checkup before the heat hits.  Focusing on the hardest working component, the compressor.  Plus an E-Store suggestion for Mother's Day.

5/1/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! New Technology In Stem Wall Repairs!

Part of the house's foundation that you can see is the stem wall. It's an integral part of the building’s structure. Bob Brown, owner of Arizona Foundation Solutions, walks us through stem wall failure and the fix he developed called The Never Rust Stem Wall Repair System. He explains the process when moisture around steel rebar can cause cracks in the concrete and replaced with composite rebar. BLOG & VIDEO DEMO

5/1/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Arizona Farm Bureau Talkin' Arizona Beer And Farm Fresh Peaches!

Mark Schnepf of Schnepf Farms talks about pickin' those farm fresh peaches!  Different types of peaches means early ripening and longer season.  This year's Agritainment Park families can enjoy!  Rob Fullmer of The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild talks about the over 100 Arizona microbreweries who create Arizona brewed beers and the world class barley grown in 'State 48'!  Both joined by Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree.

4/24/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! The Critical Tips To Finding The Right Contractor & Homeowner Questions!

Before you begin your remodeling or repair project, it is critical that you conduct due diligence on the contractors you hire. We have some tips you should consider.  Plus homeowner questions on septic tanks, DIY stucco wall repair, drain odors, painting light switches and is a walk in shower conversion a DIY project?  

4/24/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Design Trends Worth Knowing Before You Remodel With TWD!

The past pandemic year has forced a new way of living for many of us and the need for home improvements that accommodate our new lifestyle.  Our Rosie Certified Partner TWD Design_Build_Remodel discuss the designs, materials, styles, colors and technology that are playing a part in today's remodeling projects.  Plus homeowners contribute projects at their homes.

4/24/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! The Urban Farm! Making Successful Soil For Successful Growing!

Farmer Greg preaches the NUMBER ONE THING for successful gardens and trees is creating healthy soil!  Learn the 5 components of healthy soil and how some animals, insects and even weeds contribute to those components.  The difference between compost and mulch and its proper use.  How to create your own compost and other details because food tastes better when its grown with healthy soil!

4/17/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Identifing Load Bearing & Shear Walls Before You Open The Space In Your Home!

Opening up the space in your home?  Before you tear down walls, know what walls you can't touch until you consult with a structural engineer.  Plus other preparations you need before you start that project.  Plus listener questions on a fully tile pool, replacing an electric stove with a gas stove, the trend in countertops and more Supercooling questions.

4/17/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Paint That Kills Bacteria And Other Painting Tips With The Arizona Painting Company!

Rosie Certified Arizona Painting Company discusses the first EPA Registered Microbicidal paint that kills 99.9% bacteria!  Explain their unique 10 year exterior paint warranty!  And some great painting tips from the pros if you're a Do It Yourself painter.

4/17/21 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Gardening Transitioning To Summer With Jay Harper

April in Arizona is the time to transition your gardens and lawns for the summer.  In the garden, squashes, melons, cucumbers, eggplants and okra can be planted in your garden space or trellises.  Allowing summer bermuda grass to return or maybe you don't need a summer lawn.  Plus discussions on artificial turf benefits, weed control and tips starting a garden like the 6 million plus new gardening folks!

4/10/21 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Sharing Great Homeowner Information!

We discuss our You Tube Channel (Rosie On The House) featuring one of the most popular fixes for a door that won't stay open or stay in the place where you want it.  The Most Asked Question Of The Week:  Things to do when you're locking up your home for the summer or for a long period of time.  Weekly To Do on cabinet lighting and more!!

4/10/21 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Sustainability In Building And Remodeling Homes!

With various trends in new homes, there is a desire for sustainable, compact floor plans ranging from 800-1500 sq. ft. with healthy home features and streamlined digital connectivity. The classic principles of “reduce, reuse, recycle,” continue to be incorporated in the design of the home, its features, and amenities.  We discuss some of the sustainable construction and comfort items you should consider.