You are living in their environment.  Amy Burnett of Arizona Game And Fish explains what you can do to avoid encounters like bobcats, coyotes, javalina, birds of prey and other wildlife.  And what to do if you encounter them while hiking or walking your pet.   Our Arizona Staycation winner Ronna Murphy talks about her trip to Prescott, Arizona.  Plus discussions on an amazing glue Rosie found, parapet leak prevention and home warranties.

Certified Arborist John Eisenhower discusses soil enhancements, the many benefits of wood chips and other tips to keep your trees thriving.  Testing a different type of grass besides rye for winter lawns with interesting results.  Who's responsible if a neighbor's tree causes damage to your property?  And our Tree Of The Month:  The Canary Island Pine Tree.

Follow up on monsoon prep clarifying the difference between surge protection and lightning protection.  APS Solar Buyback rates decreasing October 1st.  What you need to know.  Plus the Weekly To Do with Steve Berens, CEO of the Clear Comfort pool system.  An innovative, alternative way to treat pools for healthier, cleaner water, with little maintenance producing chlorine amounts less than tap water.

Thinking about livening up your backyard? Want to attract wildlife and birds? Now that fall is approaching, start planning your backyard habitat and enjoy the birds, butterflies, and lizards that pop by for a visit.  Plus, how to control the unwelcomed 'wildlife' like mosquitos, flies, ants and other pests so you can enjoy your backyard habitat.

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Mandy Kirkendall of Apple Annie's in Willcox, Arizona.  Apple Annie's is a family farming operation that's one of the premier 'you-pick' fruit and vegetable growing areas.  Mandy discusses their harvest season and how they share the family farm experience when you visit.  Including those delicious pies and other treats too!

Its it worth insulating a hot garage?  Rosie explains insulating alone isn't enough.  Seal or need to replace a 3 year old tile shower leak?  Cause of a window leak could be from stucco or roof leaks?  Weekly To Do with Water Use It Wisely for simple ways to save water.  And our Life Worth Living In Place segment on making your medical wishes known.

When developing raw land, the first thing to do is develop a drainage plan.  But over time in that development, changes can occur leading to problems draining surface water.  We discuss how that happens and why its not an easy solution.  Plus Romey's notes from The Arizona Water Law Conference including a water diversion plan to move flood water to parts of the West.

Farmer Greg Peterson has the lowdown to ultimate fruit tree success.  Digging the proper hole, dirt and planting mix proportions for the hole, mulch, fertilizing, watering, shade, root stocks, chill hours and more.  The varieties that work in the low desert and the 3 things that can kill your fruit trees.

Our certified roofers have been very busy after storm damage. Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing discusses the things you should do if you can't get a roofer in a timely manner. Our 'Aging In Place' segment on elderly fall prevention around the home and a great product we found that can help. Plus homeowner questions on dust in the home, water heater draining and air conditioner condensate problem. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-monsoon-prep/

A different perspective on water conservation. Water is a finite source but infinitely renewable. We only see it at the point of use. We discuss how you should 'think outside the box'. Water is used for creating products from electricity to plastics. In some cases more water to make one product! And with the recent record rainfall, it doesn't mean reducing conservation efforts.     Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-record-rainfall-doesnt-mean-reducing-water-conservation-efforts/

Record monsoon rainfall has softened the ground making it easy to start tilling a place for your fall garden. Jay has a time saving way to prepare your garden soil over 3 weekends for 30 minutes each week. Seed tips including spacing and a simple way to plant using seed tape. Root and leaf edibles to plant now and establish a harvest thru spring. Plus thoughts on lawn transition to fall rye grass. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-fall-garden-prep-with-jay-harper/

While our long hot summers have some homeowners wondering if vinyl windows are durable enough to be a smart choice for Arizona homes, they’re one of the most popular choices that Rosie-Certified partner DunRite Windows & Doors installs.  Sal Sacauto explains why they can be more bang for your buck.  Plus if you think you don't need flood insurance in Arizona, Rosie has some things to consider.

Donna DiFrancesco of Rosie Certified Water,Use It Wisely  joins us to talk landscaping.  Specifically the ways to be water conscience and still have a lovely yard.  Whether installing a new landscape, renovating an existing one, or just looking for ways to conserve water in an urban environment, proper planning and design are essential to creating a water wise landscape!

Sarah Maitland of SavATree is joined by special guest Laura Hackett of Liberty Wildlife Rescue who care for injured wildlife.  The bird population in North America has drastically decreased over decades.  We explain how trees in your landscape can help wildlife and improve co-existence with birds and other wildlife.  Plus the Tree of the Month for August the Weeping Acacia!

What is a Vortex Vault?  Home elevators.  And listener questions on ductless air conditioners or mini-splits, woodpeckers damaging stucco, grass around a fruit tree and drain pipe install in a new built home that called for cutting into the slab.  (There is a difference between the foundation and the slab)  Weekly To Do on preparing and avoiding Flash Floods.

Since 1957, Arizona's water consumption has been about the same or less.  With the largest consumer being agriculture.  Yet it is leading the charge with improved water use practices and conservation technologies.  The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree and Chelsea McGuire discuss those technologies being used in Arizona farming and the continuing research to use even less water with more results!

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by John Boeltz of Desert Premium Farms in Yuma.  For the 20th Anniversary of the USDA's Organic Certification Rules, we discuss the standards farmers need to grow organic produce.  What John is growing year round on his farms.  The differences between organic and traditional farming.  And explaining why organic 'is not a statement about food safety, nor is organic a value judgement about nutrition or quality' (Dan Glickman)

Tips on how to repair drywall stains caused by roof leaks.  The Weekly To Do on showerheads that are more than just water thru some holes.  And listener questions about air in the hot water line and finding a water leak that's increased the homeowners water bill. 

Tips to stay on top of your pool maintenance yourself.  Or considering hiring a pool service.  The reasons to love air conditioner condensate and why you should collect every drop of it.  Plus drainage issues in your backyard or landscape during and after a heavy rainfall.  Including a listener who has a drainage problem.

With an active monsoon season, excessive moisture can bring issues.  Weeds sprouting, lawn management from fungus to pests and insects like termites, mosquitos begin to appear.  We have some tips to consider.  Plus we break down some numbers on the potential of harvesting rainwater.  A responsible option to collect and save water.

A great 'Aging In Place' segment on how scammers prey on the elderly and how to avoid being scammed.  The Weekly To Do on pool maintenance during monsoon season with Desert Sun Pools' Craig O'Grady.  ABC 15 Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo explains why the storm that hit Scottsdale was so intense with rain, near hurricane force winds and constant lightning.  Plus why you should keep your A/C fan motor on 'auto'.

An active monsoon means heavy storms that can damage your home.  That brings out scammers or 'travelers' with high pressure tactics and asking money in advance performing little to no work.  Director of The Arizona Registrar Of Contractors Jeff Fleetham joins the conversation on the importance of hiring licensed, bonded and insured contractors, what recourses a customer has for projects gone bad and the best advice to save money and nightmares:  patience.

Farmer Greg has the tips and trick for making your own compost.  Explaining the difference between regenerative and sustainability.  What a circular composting system looks like.  The components for a good compost, the elements that do all the work, the simplest way to make compost and explaining 'hot composting'.  All part of creating healthy soil!

We discuss some of the common issues not found during a home inspection whether you're buying or selling.  Weekly To Do on easing senior citizens into smart tech to enjoy it rather than being scared of it.  Some features we discovered this week.  And helping a homeowner on finishing a concrete floor.

There are home projects you can do yourself.  But we discuss at least 4 we recommend you should not do and the reasons why to avoid them.  Plus listeners call in about their do-it-yourself mishaps.  

Our garden expert Jay Harper has some tips as monsoon season can bring some garden challenges besides much needed rain.  Consider being pro-active on planning your fall garden to plant what you like to eat.  We discuss some low water plants that are and are not heat tolerant.  Plus garden preparation with gradual introduction of compost.  

Bob Ross of Rosie Certified Lightning Busters explains how this system installed at your utility box can stop damaging electrical surges before they get in the home.  Plus lightning strike protection all at a reasonable cost.  Listener questions on new flooring, evap coolers and air conditioners, mini-splits and insulating block homes

Its a fact of life.  We all age.  But with purposeful planning, we have great information to live your life as you age independently.  Assessing your living area for multi-generations to staying in your home, the good news is we have tons of resources now that can help us succeed longer in that independent mode we have come to value and love.  The goal is living with dignity in place.

ISA Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland and Horticulturist Arborist Rebecca Senior discuss the Tree Of The Month:  The Canary Island Date Palm.  Beautiful and interesting difference between the male and female palm.  Summer monsoon has brought out the Palo Verde Beetles.  Proper tree trimming to withstand monsoon storm winds.  What it takes to be a Master Gardner and more!

Discussion of cabinet lighting, solar to power home electronics, mistakes during home inspections.  Joanna Lawson and Sefora Onye continue with their story of leaving tyrannical regimes in their home country to make it to America.  Plus their takeaways about what it means to be an American!  

A Fourth Of July Special:  Two of Rosie On The House staff members tell their story of escaping their home country risking everything to come to America.  Joanna Lawson's parents escaped Poland's martial law.  Sefora Onye escaped communist rule in Romania.  Plus mapping out shade zones for cool spots in your space.  And a listener who designed a wine cellar to look like a mine shaft!

Arizona produces its share of watermelons and other melons for summer eating.  Kami Weddle is the Director of Food Safety And Quality for Rousseau Farming Company.  She discusses the process of growing melons, leafy greens and other vegetables from the farm to your table.  Joined by the Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree.  

Checking your roof before the monsoon rains fall.  Most Asked Question Of The Week on the pros and cons of cool deck, acrylic deck and pavers.  Weekly To Do on Summer Shade with a pergola structure.  And a Rosie On The House Staycation winner talks about their trip to Prescott.

Randy Cole of Fox Valley Electric explains how a properly designed home energy system using solar, generator and batteries can give you uninterrupted power when the utility electricity goes down.  Plus can offset your power bill to Zero Net!  We explain how these three power source can make a complete home power solution. 

Farmer Greg say water harvesting is more that just collecting rainwater and a tank.  Its a deep dive into creating a system.  Where the water source is coming from and going to.  Collecting and distribution plumbing.  Tank, filter and pump.  Directing where you want the water to go.  And designing the right system for your needs.  It can be simple and inexpensive!  And reduce your regular water consumption.

Most Asked Question Of The Week: What size grab bars are best for the bathroom? Weekly To Do with Deckover! Retiring a pool? Put a deck over it and repurpose your outdoor space. Plus questions on floating a new floor, gutter install against stucco, mini-splits 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-backyard-oasis/

A roundtable discussion of Arizona's electric grid with Salt River Project (SRP) and Arizona Public Service (APS). After the fires in California last summer and the Texas Deep Freeze this year, can our power grid face similar challenges during the summer desert heat? The planning and challenges both utilities face every summer makes our grid very different from those events. From making electricity, distribution and management, it's a very efficient system.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-security-of-the-electric-grid-system-in-arizona/

Jay Harper discusses watering thru hot, extreme heat and the drought. Tips on being water savvy, placing where its needed and avoid overwatering that can lead to root rot. Evaluating plants by replacing with native plants.  Keeping the ground moist longer with the advantages of soil probes. Likely reason saguaro blooms were on the sides of the cactus. Plus Jay's 'tuna can' trick for proper lawn watering. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-water-for-survival-with-jay-harper/

Monsoon Season is June 15th-September 30th. We discuss some preparation tips to be ready inside and out. How to avoid wasting water with a hot water recirculating pump. Listener questions on a fire retardant for a home near a wildfire area, a cork roof coating 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-outdoor-finishings/  

There are many types of roofs in Arizona. How do you know which type you have? Do you know their individual strengths? What are their weaknesses and how to mitigate them? Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing discusses the components of each type of roofing right down to the smallest details. From asphalt shingles to concrete tile, flat roofs, rolled and even metal.  The right roof well maintained will pay dividends for years.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-what-kind-of-roof-do-i-have-and-how-to-make-it-last-part-1-2-with-johnson-roofing/

John Eisenhower and Sarah Maitland discuss a 'thorny' subject; The Palo Brea tree! Angular branch structure, beautiful spring yellow blooms and a nice shade tree in the right place. Discussion of tree care in preparation for excessive heat and monsoon season. Plus listener questions on proper watering, root rot, advantages of shade cloth and ground cooling.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-irrigation-palo-brea-tree-with-john-eisenhower-and-sarah-maitland/

We discuss our crazy housing market.  Why we don't endorse home warranties and suggest other options.  The proper misting system to cool your space as much as 30 degrees.  The Most Asked Question Of The Week:  How long should a paint brush last?  And we help a listener who's contractor hasn't showed up to finish a home stucco project.

From movable glass walls to pivoting doors, Sal Sucato of Rosie Certified DunRite Windows And Doors talks about the latest innovations to open up the outside inside your home.  Explains the Low-E window factor and how it can keep your home energy efficient and comfortable.  Reasons why replacing windows on your own is not a good idea.  Plus and education on frames and glass.

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree is joined by Tim Peterson of Arizona Grass Raised Beef.  Tim discusses his ranch operations that raise, USDA plant process and sell their grass fed and finished delicious beef.  How his ranches benefit the environment thru regenerative agriculture.  And lots more beef talk that will make you hungry!

For Memorial Day Weekend, we list the places to pay your respects for the fallen who served our country proud.  David Byrne of Green ID discusses a Home Energy Audit.  Building science based on the numbers of the tests performed and consideration of your lifestyle. Those factors combined with the experience of the energy auditor will reveal ideal ways to reduce energy bills, fix hot rooms, and improve air quality.  And homeowner questions on Super Cooling, mounting a flagpole on a stucco home, and a drywell repair issue.

One size HVAC system does NOT fit all!  Besides the correct size unit, the duct system, returns and registers all have a role for the comfort you desire.  Rosie and Jeff Heller of Trane Air Conditioners explain the things you need to know on sizing the proper system so you don't overspend, what can reduce performance in the system and Rosie's favorite subject Super Cooling and how it can work for you!

Drought in Arizona has provided a serious water challenge.  But the engineering marvel of The Central Arizona Project along with planning, managing, collaboration and cooperation devised a drought mitigation plan years in advance to respond to shortages.  CAP's Colorado River Programs Manager Chuck Collum and Lake Pleasant Water Control Manager Don Crandall explains how it all works.

Featuring special guest from the World Series Champion Arizona Diamondbacks Luis 'Gonzo' Gonzales!  A live listener question on Supercooling with a dual speed air conditioner.  More on steps to take before remodeling while noting how the supply chain slowdown has affected the process.