Rosie on the House

OPEN HOME HOUR! 'Arizona Highways' 250 Things We Love About Arizona!! - Arizona Highways magazine Editor In Chief Robert Stieve talks about the July issue featuring 250 things we love about State 48. From food, road trips and lodging to roadside historical markers, people and places we love to take pictures at or watch wildlife. The Grand Canyon State has a lot to offer in places you may not even...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! An Arizona Celebration Of America's 250th Birthday! - We celebrate Arizona's contribution to America's 250th Birthday! Arizona's Secretary Of State Adrien Fontes discusses America250Arizona. Designed to inspire statewide participation and deepen community connections through sharing Arizona's history before and after statehood. Plus Arizona's Official Presidential Historian Tom...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh 4th Of July Summer Veggies! (And fruit) - Mortimer Farms is a real working farm that focuses on conserving natural resources, caring for the land, animals, and the environment. Strengthen connections between guests and the farming community by opening the farm to the public. Ashlee Mortimer joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to talk about the year round even...

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #DiagnosingPlantHealth - Along with answering homeowner questions, another moment marking the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence featuring the other 'Midnight Rider' Caesar Rodney. Introducing a new Rosie Certified Partner 3-D Installations. Details on Scottsdale's 4th Of July Celebration. The Weekly To Do...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! ON THE HOUSE HOUR: Pool Design: The Backyard Investment with Desert Sun Pools - The backyard swimming pools are a little piece of heaven. An essential part of summertime in Arizona. Along with effective treatments in water management and improving cleanliness. Craig O'Grady of Desert Sun Pools discusses advancements in pool maintenance from water filtration and energy efficient...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Water Harvesting With The Urban Farm! - Did you know one inch of rain over a 1000 square foot area can yield around 600 plus gallons of water? Through effective strategies of proper storage and basins, rainwater harvesting can provide a self sustaining ecosystem for gardens and trees. Don Titmus along with 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm spent decades on techniques an...

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #BrokenSprinklerRepair - Adiscussion of The Declaration Of Independence praised as the greatest document in human history. Plus a bunch of homeowners calls and e-mails with questions about plumbing, roofing, gutters, rust, skunks and more!

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Preventive Roofing Steps To Protect Your Home! - Your roof is the shield that protects everything inside the home. Visible roof observations, inspections and regular maintenance are the best way to avoid post storm damages. Alonzo Popejoy of Armored Roofing USA specializes in all types of roof coverings. He gives his thoughts on underlays which is the most important roof compone...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Top 5 Shade Trees! - Shade trees are an effective way to cool your space and home during the summer heat. We discuss our 5 best trees and some bonus trees to consider. But before you plant its important to know the mature size and the space needed for it to grow. In other words, the right tree in the right place at the right time.

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #RightWoodRightProject - The story of a signer of the Declaration Of Independence William Floyd and his well known descendants. Why are crawl spaces so uncommon in Arizona homes. Introducing a new Certified Partner State 48 Window Cleaning. Concrete expansion joint repair. Homeowner resources you can find for free at Rosie...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! - What Is A Home Energy Audit & Why Its An Advantage To Home Comfort And Savings! - Sky-high summer electric bills? Rooms that never feel “just right”? Before you self diagnose and spend a dime, get a home energy audit. Sean McGraw of FOR Energy explains a whole home audit of the entire home's envelope (insulation, ducts, windows, doors) can pinpoint the trouble...

THE ULTIMATE GARDEN HOUR - Midsummer Gardening Secrets! - Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses whats possible to grow in your garden in the warm summer sun. From gourds and melons to beans and black eyed peas. He reveals the 4 secrets to success: Understanding the 'A' Microclimate, Creating Shade, Soil Mix and Water.

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #HOAsGoodOrBad - Rosie discusses the type of written language in the Declaration Of Independence. Ann Carlton of APS explains the current electric rate increase application that's not primarily driven by data centers. Rosie Certified Realtor Vikki Gorman discusses what to consider before buying a home with a community Homeo...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! A Guide To Foam Roofing! - Second generation owner Tim Forstie of Durafoam discusses the evolution of foam roofing. Thermal insulation, durability, seamless installation and protective coating against UV exposure are important to a quality long lasting foam roof. Tim explains more benefits to foam done the right way adds energy savings and water resistance in climates like monso...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Farm Fresh Dairy With The Arizona Farm Bureau! - June is Dairy Month. Arizona Farm Bureau's spokesperson Julie Murphree's guest is Arizona Executive Director for USDA Farm Service Agency Sina Kerr with deep multi-generational connections to the dairy farming industry. Discussing how dairy farming has evolved with technology and sustainability practices intertwining with farm l...

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #AgingInPlaceBathroom - Another segment commemorating the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence involving turning a king into bullets. Weekly To Do on upgrade ideas for a safer more mobile bathroom as you Age In Place. Introducing a new Certified Partner Element Mist. Air conditioning versus swamp coolers and...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Batteries! Energy Savings With Or Without Solar Panels! - Many factors are causing an increase in energy consumption leading to increased cost and use during hot summers. Storing energy with batteries are a powerful financial tool. Reducing exposure to rising utility rates, avoid on-peak pricing and security in case of a power outage. Kyle Ritland of Sun Valley Solar Solutions d...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! A Bug Free Yard (Of The Pest Kind)! - Arizona has some extra challenges regarding bugs and other potential pests. From flies and mosquitos to snakes and rodents we discuss what you can do to keep your yard bug free as possible.

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #InspiredWaterFeatures - Highlighting another story on the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence. Robert Parkinson's book Tyrants And Rogues. Emphasizing that the 27 grievances following the preamble are the true focus of the document. Dr. Sky explains the recent surge of meteor sightings, Artemis II travelin...

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! A Memorial Day Weekend! - Starting with a poem by Emily Toma, we honor those who served in the military who are no longer with us. Proper American flag etiquette. Some of the special memorials and places to visit. Special interview with Michelle DiMuro, Executive Director of Imprints Of Honor. Where students interview Veterans to document their service stories which in turn are...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Bounty Of Edible Mesquite! - The Urban Farm’s Greg Peterson’s guests are Peggy Sue Creekmore and Mike Clow discussing mesquite bean harvesting. Peggy Sue and Mike share their journey into desert foraging with a focus on the mesquite bean. Emphasizing their edible flavor and nutritional value. Milled into a high protein, gluten free flour with a natural sweetness. B...

OPEN HOME HOUR! Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #NewFinds -  Reflecting on the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence and its enduring ideals. Clay Janson of Phocus Insurance discusses revisiting your insurance policies before a disaster strikes and that you're properly insured. Some new finds for homeowner worth noting. And more tips for homeowners.

ON THE HOUSE HOUR! Prevent Breakdowns & Boost Air Conditioner Efficiency! - Todd Russo of REEIS Air Conditioning knows the meaning of true maintenance on air conditioning systems. He explains whats involved with a real maintenance check by a real trained technician. Its the most important action homeowners can do to avoid costly breakdowns. Insights on how an air conditioner works and factors...

OUTDOOR LIVING HOUR! Checking Your Irrigation System! - The summer extreme heat will be back for another run. Now is the right time to run through your irrigation system. Sprinkler controllers, watering zones, pop up lawn sprinklers, sprinkler heads, drip emitters and potential wet spots that could indicate a leak. Plus more tips including fertilization and the correct workwear for comfort and saf...

OPEN HOME HOUR: Live Listener Call-Ins, Texts & Emails | WEEKLY TO-DO: #RentalFeelsLikeHome - Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration Of Independence, Rosie tells the story of Robert Morris who financed the war with Britain. Arizona Registrar Of Contractors President Tom Cole discusses the latest updates on the good and bad in the contracting world. Introducing a new partner Swift...