Rosie on the House

The Weekly To Do on replacing window and door hardware. Determining the cost appraisal per square foot of a home rebuild. Homeowner questions include insulating a cathedral ceiling, removing a sunken living room, window shading, door replacement, a $60,000 translucent TV and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener...

Any improvements to your home may require a permit. It ensures that the work done is safe and meets code standards. The team at City Of Phoenix Building Department and Permitting discuss how permits protect work on your home and its value. Permits can even address complaints about work done around the neighborhood. Find out when its needed and how to get permits before you move forward. Original b...

Get your green thumb going! 'Farm Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm discusses planning and setup for your garden. Observing sun location, what sun direction works best, water sources, and creating healthy soil. What do you want to grow and how to do it with raised garden beds, moveable beds and pots, tower gardens and other tips for success.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content ht...

Jim Paxon was the public information officer for one of the worst forest fires in Arizona history Rodeo-Chediski in 2002. We asked him about a particular preparation we never heard of in wildfire protection around a home: screen coverings on exposed roof vents. Discussions on ozone generators that organically remove odors, roof replacement, calculating homeowners insurance cost, sconce light issue...

The two rooms that add value in the home are the kitchen and bathroom. When you decide to remodel, which one should you start first?  It starts with key questions what the homeowner wants from a minor to luxury remodel with everything in between. Design consultant Rochelle Horn of Rosie Right Design Build discusses the considerations you should know based on the current look and features to the en...

The Rose Garden At Mesa Community College is the largest public rose garden in the desert southwest. Known as a lab and testing garden for roses. Special guests Ryan Regear and LeRoy Brady talk about the many variates featuring many named after famous people, veterans and first responders. And great tips about growing roses in your own yard from soil prep to pruning, mulch and watering. Its not as...

Our Weekly To Do on tuning up the toilet to work properly and not waste water. And tackling homeowner questions on solar panel removal to install a new roof, pool concrete repair, water softener issue, malfunctioning garage outlet, replacing aluminum wiring and other topics around the house. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-li...

Rosie is joined by John and Ben Murphy of Murphy Brothers Design Build Remodel in Minnesota. They discuss remodeling with a focus on bathroom accessibility when it comes to Aging In Place. You won't believe the many features and accessories you can get with the toilet! Many solutions for different needs.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on...

Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses winter tree pruning. What trees you can trim and ones you should hold off doing for protection of winter freezes.  Cutting techniques, pruning tools, branch scaffolding and more great tips for new spring growth and canopy shaping. And make your own mulch with the branches and leaves left from pruning! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content...

Our Weekly To Do on labeling your electrical box. Its not hard to do and by code, individual breakers must be identified to know what it controls in areas of you home. Rosie Certified Realtor Vikki Gorman gives an update of the housing market. Pam Dullum updates the all women crew building a Habitat For Humanity home. Considering a career in the construction trades and other homeowner questions. O...

Imagine managing your home inventory, creating a maintenance calendar, manage home remodeling projects, tracking your finances, keeping documents and pictures all in one digital tool. We discuss our home maintenance app powered by Home Zada. Have a complete history of your home for insurance purposes and when your ready to sell the home. Its a game changer in home management. Original broadcast ar...

Julie Murphree's guest is the new President of The Arizona Farm Bureau John Boelts. Arizona winter leafy greens season accounts for 25% of the U.S. production annually. And a 2 Billion Dollar impact to Arizona's economy. John discusses why Arizona's stable climate is perfect for growing leafy greens from November to April. Shipped across the U.S. and Canada. Original broadcast archive page with ex...

We discuss the top 5 do-it-yourself topics of 2024. Including care for your water heater, care for your appliances like the garbage disposal, ductless air conditioning units, getting your affairs together by documenting your estate and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-top5...

We discuss the top 5 blogs of 2024. Including what you need to know about the transition away from R-410A air conditioning refrigerant, preventing deed/title fraud, adding a casita to your property, update on termite treatment methods and more!  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-top-5-blog-articles-of-2024/

The Urban Farm's 'Farmer Greg' Peterson is joined by Janice Norton. Holistic gardening involves relationships between the gardener, the garden itself and the natural ecosystem. Looking at your garden space and its connection to the yard and neighborhood. They discuss how permaculture plays a role and the principals that work holistically with nature. Original broadcast archive page with expanded c...

St. Vincent de Paul's Director of Volunteer Engagement Christina Gavin talks about the many ways they carry on the mission to 'Feed, Clothe, House and Heal' plus how you can help. Homeowner questions on crumbling and insulating block walls. Weekly To Do on Arizona Hospitality. Rosie's 'Cowboy Christmas Prayer' and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse....

Continuing the history of Phoenix as it begins to grow in population. Phoenix Mayor's Office Historian Steve Schumacher and Historical Architect Don Ryden discuss the events that led to establishing Phoenix. The Roosevelt Dam, cotton farming, military training bases, the railroad, reinforced concrete high rise building design, air conditioning, suburban housing design and shopping centers all play...

Nursery Expert Jay Harper discusses ways to protect plants, shrubs and young citrus trees from winter frost and freezes. Even if there's no signs of colder temperatures, its wise to be prepared. Plus tips on winter lawn care, vegetables to plant in your garden and soil preparation tips before you plant. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdo...

Our Weekly To Do on easy fixes to change the look around the home that won't cost you a bunch of bucks. Rosie gets busted suggesting cutting the emergency release cord on the garage door. Additional homeowner tips on insulation, solar, water filtration and more. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-ema...

The origin of Phoenix, Arizona dates back to the Hohokam people 2000 years ago. Why did they think a society can grow and survive in the area? Mayor's Office Official Historian Steve Schumacher and Architect Don Ryden discuss their amazing resourcefulness that grew their society. The story of Jack Swilling, the founding father of Phoenix. Architectural style of the state capital building and how t...

The wonders of what can grow in winter! Citrus begins to ripen. Plants for color and edibles with health benefits like pansies as a natural antihistamine. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses other winter wonders including keeping a Christmas tree alive longer with chelated iron and corn syrup, planting during moon phases and more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https:...

Our Weekly To Do on backsplashes. Home security tip about your garage door that you likely never thought about. Bridges Connor of Get Organized With Bridges talks about cleaning out Christmas past for Christmas presents. And answering homeowner questions on fixing squeaky hinges, possible duct leaks, extended warranties on air conditioners and attaching address numbers to stucco. Original broadcas...

Rosie is joined by Dr. David Dean, Assistant Professor Of History at Grand Canyon University.  Discussing the day 'that will live in infamy'. Pearl Harbor has a distinct connection to Arizona. Recalling the events that led up to the surprise attack. The history of the USS Arizona prior to the bombing. Maleena Deer talks about the USS Arizona Memorial Gardens At Salt River in Scottsdale that featur...

Arizona Senator and grain farmer Tim Dunn joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to discuss the essential element for the 30 billion dollar Arizona agriculture industry: Water. Even with farmers producing 'more crops per drop', challenges lie ahead with negotiations and agreements with water usage.  Julie and Senator Dunn discuss those challenges to provide a continued economy for Arizona whic...

Holiday tips include organizing your kitchen, fridge and other things around the home before guests arrive with Bridges Connor of Get Organized With Bridges. Electrical check before you hang those outdoor Christmas lights. What is Brown Friday? And homeowner questions on heating a pool and replacing an aged roof. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/pod...