Rosie on the House

Look at your landscape of trees, flowers and gardens as a whole system.  Farmer Greg discusses sources of water and mulching up the soil to retain water longer.  Components of creating healthy soil.  Advantages of shade and ground cover.  The challenges and most effective ways to water trees and gardens.  And understanding watering zones for a rounded way to water.

Sal Sucato, owner of Rosie-Certified Partner DunRite Windows And Doors, shares his expertise on which window upgrades matter and which don’t , so you can get the most out of your investment.  Plus homeowner questions on water heater replacement, treating wooden slats on a fence, cabinet refacing and performing a general inspection of a home.

How do you know if the plants or trees in your landscape design are in the ideal place?  Leaf litter near pools.  Root zones that can undermine foundations and sewer lines.  We discuss proper spacing and thinking ahead what the tree or plant will look like in the future.  Plus listeners questions on a remodel involving the sewer line, insulation issues, and a tree placement concern.

First Day Of Spring!  Jay Harper discusses what to inspect for irrigation.  Tips for the lawn transition from winter rye grass to bermuda.  Tips to extend that rye grass if you desire.  Not too late to plant tomatoes but Jay has varieties to consider.  How to attract pollinators.  And ways to control weeds!!

Now is the time to have your air conditioner checked for summer .  REEis Air Conditioner offers some tips on 'the sooner the better' to avoid a breakdown at the worst time.  Listener questions on water heater flushing, questions to ask a contractor replacing a mold infested shower.  And Rosie's special party once the 'all clear' is issued!

Millions of packages are stolen by porch pirates each year.  Costing hundreds, even thousands out of your pocket!  We discuss ways to keep your packages (or booty) from being stolen by porch pirates.  Including some products that can help.   And listeners offer their advice too!  BLOG

John Eisenhower and Sarah Maitland discuss the Tree Of The Month:  The Crepe Myrtle!  A colorful accent for your home.  Tips on pruning deciduous trees past December-January.  Proper irrigation around your trees to avoid over or under watering.  Fertilization techniques.  Caller questions on proper care for a transplanted ocotillo and a tangerine tree that's looking shabby.

Adam Homer of Pella Windows answers a listener question on how Pella Windows stack up against two brands the listener saw at the Home Show.  Considering careers in the construction sciences to fill tons of openings for men and women.  And other news of the day!

Adam Homer of Pella Windows & Doors talks about the history of Pella starting as a roll screen company in the 1920's to today's innovative designed casement windows and doors.  The manufacturing process from the factory in Pella, Iowa.  Their International Builders Show Innovation Award for the E-Z Slide Operator.  And the lineup of windows including Impervia Fiberglass Windows, the perfect window...

When you enjoy pasta, there's an excellent chance its made with Arizona grown Desert Durum Wheat!   Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Eric Wilkey, President of Arizona Grain, Inc.   Eric explains how and where its grown from seed to harvest.  How this patented grain is used and exported to make the best pastas in the world.  And the sustainability of growing this unique wheat in a...

As seniors age, the decision on proper care in the home, moving to assisted living or other care facility has become a reality. But how do you go about finding the right place?  Charlene Sargent Helping Hands Senior Services discusses what they do to help navigate the senior care maze and assist in the proper decision.  How to keep water from leaking in and around the window?  And thorn resistant...

Build Your Future Arizona reports by September of 2022, 155,000 construction science technology professionals will be needed in Arizona. Nearly anyone just out of high school to those seeking a career change can not only find a job, they can also have a career . The earnings potential can be huge too!  Carol Hagen talks about the National Association Of Women In Construction and the opportunities...

Spring means getting your garden in the ground to grow your own.  Farmer Greg discusses how observing your space and sun exposure is important to start.  Microclimates, watering, explaining how stacking functions works to your advantage, building healthy soil plus an explanation on the 3 types of seeds.

We tackle homeowner questions on home generators in case the power goes out.  Proper dryer vent maintenance to avoid lint catching fire.  Double roof layering.  Consider a rider on your home insurance versus a home warranty.  Electrical issue in a garage and cleaning refrigerator coils.  Plus we talk to Braxton in Austin, Texas on how he is surviving thru the winter storm disaster. 

Laundry Rooms aren't just for washers and dryers anymore.  The demand for an actual room with cabinets, countertops, finishes and fixtures to rival a kitchen are increasing.  We talk about a laundry room remodel Rosie is working on.  Front load versus top load washers, dryer vent safety and questions you never think of asking in remodeling a laundry room.

Jay discusses now is the right time to plant tomatoes, pruning roses and deciduous trees, keeping up your winter lawn a bit longer, fertilize and fighting pesky weeds with pre-emergent.  That's for starters!

Rosie answers questions on home warranty insurance, filling in a sunken living room, water heaters, and Super Cooling.  When is a permit required for a backyard shed.  Our Weekly To Do on dimmer switches .  And a discussion on metal roofing.

Part of what makes living in Arizona so alluring is the abundance of wildlife that our native trees, plants, and cacti attract. Water efficient, maintenance ease, color without the need for multiple bird feeders.  John Eisenhower and Sarah Maitland add to the conversation on the trees and plants that can do the job !

John Eisenhower and Sarah Maitland detail the Tree Of The Month The Twisted Myrtle . Before you plant new trees, a soil analysis can benefit its successful growth. They explain how to collect a sample and who can analyze it. Pruning for rejuvenation and new spring growth. Irrigation that mimics rainfall. Beneficial and bad bugs.

Our Tip Of The Week on interior trends includes a Rosie story on a chest of drawers assembly.  Why we don't recommend wasting money on water line insurance.  Listener questions of updating the air conditioning ducts, painting smooth stucco with ceramic or regular paint, water hammering issue and more!

We offer great tips to consider when choosing colors for your home.  How to test different colors to help decided what works for your lifestyle.  Plus the correct ways to open a paint can, pouring, storing, techniques with brushes, rollers for the do it yourselfers!  BLOG

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Jim Graham.  Owner of Golden Rule Vineyards farm in Cochise, Arizona and wine tasting room in Willcox, Arizona.  Jim grows acres of pistachios and wine grapes.  He discusses the importance of proper harvesting and processing pistachios and the many vintages of wines available.  Arizona is second to California in pistachios!

Rosie talks about his garage wall mounted vacuum cleaner, the response to a book mentioned last week.  And listener questions on moisture in a dual pane window, water supply line leak under a driveway, sewer odor in the home, sealing around a sliding door.  And how does the spring loaded toilet paper holder get flushed down the toilet?

Harold Perkins of Rosie Certified Galaxy Lending Group discusses historic low mortgage rates and how your monthly rent payment could be enough to get you into a home.  There are many benefits and factors to consider.  We go over the pros and cons .  Plus help callers with their questions on renting versus owning.

There are a lot of books about gardening.  But we discuss some of our favorites to get you started growing your favorite things you like to eat.  From growing in containers to beds in your yard, even vertical gardens.  Preparation and timing is the key.  GARDENING BOOK REVIEWS