Rosie on the House

Arizona is known for The Five C's.  One of them is cotton.  The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Cassy England of Sierra Farming.  A generational family cotton farmer producing the 6th leading crop in the state.  Cassy explains the challenges growing this 'fruit', the lifecycle from planting, bolls to harvest and the farming operations that export delta pine cotton around the countr...

A DIY project boils down to three things: Time, Desire and Skill Level. We help you give it some thought before you get started. Plus we answer homeowner questions.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-should-i-really-do-these-landscape-diy-projects/

The vacation rental market has exploded on the real estate scene over the last several years. If you're thinking about making your property a short term rental, you must know the steps to follow to avoid problems and violations. What's expected from you as a landlord, the jurisdictions in your city, avoiding complaints from neighbors and the HOA rules on short term rentals.     Original broadcast...

Donna DiFrancesco of Rosie Certified 'Water Use It Wisely' features some of her favorite books on plants, flowers and more on landscaping in dry climate deserts that can yield beautiful colors and blooms.  Greg Starr of Starr Nursery in Tucson discusses his book 'Cool Plants For Hot Gardens'.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-livin...

Adding a soothing, relaxing feature of a fountain or living pond to your home?  Know the difference between them.  Plus learn about the latest homeowner scams.  A follow up on adding antifreeze to concrete or mortar in colder climates.  Homeowner questions on earthship homes (we explain what they are), insulation, recaulking shower corners and more!   Original broadcast archive page: https://rosie...

The secret to a long lasting roof is maintenance. It's the primary barrier to the elements and one of the homeowner’s largest investments.  Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing explains in detail the importance of maintenance to ensure that small items don’t become big and expensive issues.  With a focus on flat roofs, Tyler answers other homeowner's roofing questions. Original broadcast page with exp...

No space to plant gardens and flowers?  No problem!  Farmer Greg and Master Gardener and Farmer Kari Spencer discuss container gardening.  The things you'll need from the proper size containers to avoid root bounding, soil mix to materials for proper watering and drainage.  Plus learn about 'hardening off', 'hydrophobic' and many more tips for success in containers. Original broadcast page with ex...

Our Weekly To Do on stud finders.  A must have tool in your toolbox.  Plus what to do if you bought a home without a home inspection, leaf filter gutters, recourse for an unfinished bathroom remodel, woodpeckers, 'screaming' toilet, crumbling section of a block home, timber strand studs over traditional studs and fixing a home with copper and aluminum wiring.

It's important to know your limits on do-it-yourself projects.  We discuss a few from this week's blog .  Plus homeowner questions on caulking after window installation, chimney damage from high winds, winter lawns and a contractor job left unfinished and frustrated.

Arizona greets fall with 'Happy Spring!'  After a long hot summer, Jay Harper gets you in the flower planting mode with plenty of plant type suggestions for color.  Prime time for overseeding winter lawns and creating garden beds for cool season veggies.  Shane Cook from Treeland Nursery has fall flower tips for planting in pots.

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!

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...

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 Tal...

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)

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)

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/podca...

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.

“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.

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 archiv...

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 lan...

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 b...

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/o...

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!

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.

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 plan...