Rosie on the House

11/16/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #SealYourHome

Weekly To Do on sealing your home with weatherstripping, caulking and other ways to keep the winter cold out. Homeowner questions on foam insulation, dryer vent issue, re-roofing bids, heat pump washer dryer combo, single versus dual stage air conditioners and more!
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11/16/24 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Xeriscape Demostration Gardens With 'Water-Use It Wisely'!

Many homeowners turn their attention to landscaping and fall gardening with the friendlier temperatures. One of our favorite resources for mindful planting and water conservation is Water-Use it Wisely Guests Donna DiFrancesco and Victoria Caster discuss the many plants and trees that work well in our climate and the many xeriscape gardens you can visit for ideas in your landscape.
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11/16/24 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Flowering Shrubs With V&P Nursery

V&P Nurseries' Katie Ann Franklin along with Jay Harper discuss the many flowering shrubs and trees to consider planting for color and attracting wildlife. Learn about plant containers from sizes to the proper way to remove from the container to your garden. When to consider rejuvenation pruning and more. 
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-floweringshrubs-with-jay-harper-vp-nurseries/

11/9/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #FamilyTraditions

We discuss our Weekly To Do among other topics happening around Rosie On The House from the Homeowner Handbook, Staycations to homeowner questions on a mysterious 90 degree angled pipe outside the home and Sentricon versus Termidor for termite control.
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11/9/24 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! The Face Of Your Home, The Garage Door!

According to Remodeling Magazine's Cost versus Value Report, the garage door is one of the most cost effective improvements with a very high return on investment. Chris and Peter Brown of Same Day Garage Doors discuss the types of doors, their components, maintenance and when an upgrade could be in order for great curb appeal and proper working order.
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-face-of-your-home-the-garage-door-with-same-day-garage-door-services/

11/9/24 - THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR! Raised Bed Gardening!

Grow your garden by growing it upwards!  Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says raised beds are the best and faster way to grow vegetables and other plants. He discusses the steps to construct a raised structure, what to fill in it besides rich soil, watering techniques and more. The height depends on making it accessible to your comfort level. 
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-raisedbedgardening-with-agriscaping/

11/2/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #SepticSewerCare

A some what stinky hour discussing sewer type odors in a bathroom from a recent homeowner. Rosie explains a test used to find the source and a possible solution.  Our Weekly To Do on septic tank maintenance. Rosie Certified Realtor Vikki Gorman/Realty Executive talks about the state of the residential home market. Homeowner questions and more!
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-septicsewercare/

11/2/24 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Getting Permits When Using New Building Materials!

While the construction industry has been slow to change, new technologies have emerged. Our curiosity often drives us to investigate these new technologies. Listen to Ty and Wendy Warbington's challenges building a home using steel components over wood. Also Architect Mark Candelaria's experience building and completing a 3D printed home for Habitat For Humanity. Permitting was a real team effort with newer challenges in materials and inspections.
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11/2/24 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Arizona Cotton!

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Arizona cotton farmer Todd Rovey.  Cotton is one of the 5 C's of the state's economy. Todd discusses what compels him to grow a plant that has many uses besides natural fabric. What it takes to grow cotton. How AI technology is used to weed out the fields. And how the effects of cotton are found in every grocery store aisle.
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-azcotton-with-arizona-farm-bureaus-julie-murphree-and-cotton-farmer-todd-rovey/

10/26/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #LightUpYourLife

Followup on a home energy audit report performed by Green ID's David Byrnes. He talks about problems found that caused the homeowner to loose 1/3 of cooling energy causing high bills. Weekly To Do on lighting with Cory Schneider of Lighting Unlimited. How LEDs have replaced all other bulbs using much less energy with a longer lifespan. And the choices are in the thousands. Plus answer some homeowner questions.
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-lightupyourlife/

10/26/24 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Ways Carpeting Is Being Used Today!

Julie Taylor of Bram Flooring talks about advancements in carpet flooring. Stain resistant fibers, moisture barrier carpet padding, antimicrobial protection against bacteria, mold and mildew. Longer lasting colors and lifespan. Cleaning care to keep the warranty in effect. Sustainability and recycling too. Its nothing like carpeting decades ago. 
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-ways-carpet-is-being-used-today-with-bram-flooring/

10/26/24 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Seeds And Grains With The Urban Farm & Barrio Bread!

The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson's guest is Don Guerra, award winning baker and founder of Barrio Bread in Tucson. His incredible naturally fermented artisan breads made from heritage grains grown in Arizona. His passion for Community Supported Bakery and education from seed to grains to various healthy breads that's good for you. To Don, bread isn't just a business. Its the bakery of the future.
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10/19/24 - OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #ReplaceKitchenFaucet

Our Weekly To Do featuring how to install a kitchen faucet. Rosie introduces you to a tool called a basin wrench that makes replacing and installing a time saving job. What's inside the free 2025 The Rosie On The House Homeowner Handbook and how to get yours. Homeowner questions answered and more!
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-replacekitchenfaucet/

10/19/24 - ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Adding Function And Accessibility With Aqua Therapy Tubs!

Derek Rogers' mission at Aqua Therapy Tubs is to allow every person the ability to age in their homes safely, comfortably and with the dignity they deserve. They do that thru expert bathroom remodels designed with accessibility in mind—perfect for seniors, veterans, and individuals with mobility challenges. Learn how you can have an aqua therapy tub installed in your home.
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10/19/24 - OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Notes From The Nursery! Fall Colors!

Fall leaves are changing and its the absolute time for planting. Take advantage of cooler air temperatures, shorter days and more water retention to establish plants, trees and shrubs. Garden Expert Jay Harper discusses the fine points creating fall colors at your home. Potting soil tips to lawn transition for the 'soft grass' enjoyable outside lawn.
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https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-and-fallcolor-with-jay-harper/