Gourds aren't edible. But they are 'art-able'. Artisans from all over the country have gotten them from Waylon Wuertz at Wuertz Gourd Farm. One of Arizona's unusual crops to desert farming. Waylon talks about how he got into growing gourds along with the annual festival that draws vendors from all over the country.  And Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree talks about more 'unusual' crops grown in Arizona that might surprise you. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-azgourds-with-julie-murphree-waylon-wuertz-of-wuertz-gourd-farm/

Property Risk Control Engineer Bill Cary details what homeowners and businesses can do to make your property more resilient to wildfires. Creating defensible space in 3 zones. Explaining Firewise Communities. Fire resistant materials and products. Our Weekly To Do on organizing lawn tools and some homeowner email questions answered! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-organizing/

Pigeons R Us owners Frank and Robbie Zelman discuss the serious problems pigeons can cause homeowners and the humane solutions they provide. Pigeons exhibit a remarkable homing ability returning to their birthplace regardless of location. Leading to unsanitary waste droppings they nest in. In turn can develop into serious damage if not controlled properly. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-pesty-pigeons-with-pigeons-r-us/

Take one environmental scientist. Add a microbiologist. You get Hy Kreations!  A complete nutritional approach to tree care. Derex Zellars and Anthony Dominguez along with 'Farmer Greg' Peterson explain how to get nutrients directly on your fruit, nut and shade trees and shrubs thru foliar feeding and drenching with their line of all natural products. Providing less stress with a better harvest in extreme weather conditions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-foliar-feeding-with-anthony-dominguez-derex-zellars-of-hykreations/

The Weekly To Do on harnessing the sun in other ways besides solar energy. And a myriad of homeowner questions on popping sounds in the walls, super cooling, pesky storm chasers, powered anode rods (?), warm spots in the home 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-harnessthesun/

Yikes! Those spikes in home and car insurance coverage! Relax and let Clay Janson of Phocus Companies explain what you can to do find better rates and coverage. The most important item on home insurance you need to look at first. What homeowners are required to do after a disaster.  Why companies leave or stop writing policies. Flood insurance. And more! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-changes-in-homeowner-insurance-policies-with-clay-janson-of-phocus-companies/

Nursery expert Jay Harper has some tips to be water sensible during an excessive heat summer. Focus on watering plants and trees with mulch to retain moisture. Maintaining summer lawns to saving water with artificial turf. Irrigation checks especially sprinkler heads watering in the right direction. Not on the sidewalk. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-watersensibly-with-jay-harper/

A special podcast with Jason Barlow of Habitat For Humanity Central Arizona. He talks about Habitat homes they built in the bottom of the Grand Canyon which was a feat in itself. The home repair service, construction training program and the qualifications a family must have for a Habitat home including fully being involved in the building process with volunteers. Giving the needy a hand up, not a hand out. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-midsummerchecklist/

Becky Derendal of Arizona Chimney and Air Ducts discusses the importance cleaning fireplaces and chimneys, dryer vents and air ducts the right way. Chimney inspections for creosote build up, dampers and caps. Lint buildup in dryer vents that can cause fires and air duct cleaning done right doesn't mean you have to do it often. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-ducts-chimneys-vents-oh-my-with-becky-derendal-of-arizona-chimney-air-ducts/

Summer is too hot to grow edible plants. So grow them indoors in your home. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com. explains how you can grow year round, no weeding needed, even planting seeds to grow starter plants for fall gardening. Veggies, leafy greens, herbs, planting systems, and lighting. All you need to know to get started! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-growing-indoors-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Grand Canyon University Assistant Professor of History Dr. David Dean discusses the history of how Arizona celebrated Independence Day from rodeos to anvil firings. The facinating stories of Presidental residences. How Presidental libraries are built and located. Plus other facts about the 4th. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-celebrating-our-independent-history-in-arizona-with-dr-dean/

Weekly To Do on helpful cabinet upgrades. And homeowner questions on block basement wall efflorescence, single pane windows, energy efficiency, fresh air systems, super cooling and another air conditioner refrigerant change for 2025 units you should know about to avoid sales scams. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-helpfulcabinetupgrades/

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Ashlee Mortimer of Mortimer Farms in Dewey, AZ. Their mission of preserving and honoring the importance of agriculture and community. Inviting the public thru 'agritainment' and direct sales of farm fresh fruits, melons and vegetables in season. But the real story of how Mortimer Farms started is a story in itself. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-agritainment-with-julie-murphree-with-ashlee-mortimer-of-mortimer-farms/

Trending topics on artificial turf, pool maintenance during monsoon season and the recent increases in home and auto insurance. Clay Jansen of Phocus Insurance gives you 3 things you can do to reduce your premium. Plus answering homeowner questions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-trending-topics/  

Extending our living spaces to include our outdoor spaces is changing the landscape, literally. To help us explore the implications of this phenomenon, we invited Rosie on the House Certified Partner Mark Wentland of CYC Landscaping to provide us with some insights. From shade structures and plants to patio surfaces, lighting and outdoor kitchen possibilities. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-elevate-your-outdoor-living-space-with-mark-wentland-of-cyc-landscaping/

Don't have a pool to cool off in?  How about a high quality misting/fog system to cool the air. Add well designed landscape lighting of many colors and you have a pleasant, inviting area for your existing/future patio or outdoor kitchen.  Craig and Rex Yuhas of Senor Mist along with Nick Cervi of Nite Worx of Arizona explain how it all comes together. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-when-you-have-no-pool/  

The Weekly To Do on understanding Stucco applications and repairs. And we answer homeowner questions about their house, home, castle or cabin! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-stuccofinishescrackstexture/

Stucco is one of the most popular finishes for Arizona homes.  Our Guest Doug Dedrick of Stucco Renovations discusses its benefits perfect for desert conditions. The basic systems of how stucco is applied, the finishes and decorative features. Because its a concrete product, over time cracks can develop. Doug explains the repairing methods. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-stucco-from-a-to-z-with-doug-dedrick-of-stucco-renovations-of-arizona/  

General Manager of The Urban Farm Janis Norton joins 'Farmer Greg' Peterson discussing more efficient ways to water gardens and trees. Understanding water sources, determining your soil type and preferred irrigation systems with drip tape and drip rings.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-gettingyourgardenwatered-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

Weekly To Do on care for your appliances with guest Daniel Beyer of Beyer Appliances. Discussion on attic ventilation and why its not good to power evacuate attic heat. More stories from Rosie and Jennifer's recent trip to Europe and we tackle some homeowner questions. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-take-good-care-of-your-appliances/

Above & Beyond Pool's owner Michael Sandoval's focus is remodeling pools. Updating with water features, baja beds/steps and splash pads. Added features like automation, LED lighting, variable speed pool pumps and you get a pool that adds value and pleasure to your home. As a former Marine, Michael discusses how he gives back to Veterans. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-diving-into-pool-remodeling-with-michael-sandoval-above-beyond-pool-remodeling/

Monsoon or 'Non'soon, be prepared! It just takes one storm to cause a real mess. Jay Harper discusses what you can do to minimize damage best as you can. Tips for trimming trees, staking new trees, surface water drainage, flash floods, irrigation control and plan for loss of power.  Plus storm history from past monsoon seasons. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-monsoonyardcare-with-john-jay-harper/

Rosie talks about his world trip to England, France and Spain to trace his ancestry, visit to the Normandy D-Day Memorial, cemetery and beach.  Weekly To Do on installing ceiling fans. Why it's not a good idea to use exhaust fans in the attic.  And more homeowner tips! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-installingnewfans/

Dennis Rusk of ABC Glass Company And Screens discusses the ABC's of glass. How its made. Difference between tempered and laminated safety glass. Where its most used in the home. Do's and Don'ts repairing broken glass especially for insulated windows. And other factors about glass you likely never thought about. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-glass-windows-and-screens-with-dennis-rusk-of-abc-glass/

There are some varieties of tomatoes that can grow in summer. Along with eggplant, beans, corn, gourds including pumpkins in time for October. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses other things to grow by understanding microclimates. From full sun to natural or manmade shade, informative tips to grow food and beat the heat. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Weekly To Do preparing for monsoon season. What homeowners can do beside keeping your fingers crossed you don't get hit hard. Homeowner questions include block fencing, insulation materials, options for an unused in ground pool, insulated garage doors, window frames and a new Certified Partner Bumble Bee Plumbing. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-arizonamonsoon/

Canyon State Roofing's Jim McLain and Robyn Charland discuss the contract with a roofer. Understanding everything from the beginning. Agreeing on the details of scope of work little or no surprises. Jim talks about his approach to a good contract that can benefit your next roofing install. In addition to homeowner questions about roofing. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-decoding-a-wordy-roofing-contract-with-canyon-state-roofing/

Craig Zinke of Zinke Dairy joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree about Arizona's dairy production. Zinke's fusion of advanced technology and intentional design creates an exceptional environment for dairy operation. With a clear focus on efficiency and cow comfort like a 75 degree enclosed milking operation, rubber mats and sustainability. Cows have it really good! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-dairy-with-the-arizona-farm-bureau/

The Weekly To Do about Life On Wheels. Traveling and camping in an RV. Contracts about roofing and remodeling. Questions about a busted garage door spring, something known as an appliance garage, solar return on investment 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-life-on-wheels/

Was your roof install performed correctly? Is it ventilated properly? Why is flashing important? And are roof repairs done in a timely fashion? Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing has the answers and more to keep that roof over your head in great shape for years to come. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-taking-care-of-your-roof-with-tyler-johnson-of-johnson-roofing/

Dirt alone won't grow much. Adding 4  components to it creates healthy soil that make plants and trees thrive. The Urban Farm's Farmer Greg discusses the details. Plus other garden hacks with ants, woody mulch, non-evasive weeds, sheet mulch gardening and more to get you 'grow' on! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-desert-soil-building-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

Our Weekly To Do on keeping critters like spiders, scorpions and other pests along with wildlife away from your home. Discussion of home fire sprinkler systems.  When its required and how the system works from the water supply line. The only paint we recommend for stucco 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-rid-the-critters/

Thick, bonding foam roofing for flat roofs does more than protect against the elements. It provides effective insulation that can reduce your energy bills year round.  Tim Forstie of Durafoam Roofing discusses their process of foam application from preparation to routine maintenance. Its one of the best ways to protect your flat roof!  (which isn't truly flat) Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-particulars-of-foam-roofs-with-tim-forstie-of-durafoam-roofing/

An opportunity from The Farm School Program led Demetrious Valchos from war in Greece to Arizona. His American success story led to V&P Nurseries. With his son Nico, its become a large wholesale grower of drought tolerant and sub-tropical trees and plant in the region. He discusses his story with Jay Harper along with our topic on arid shade trees. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-arid-shade-trees-with-jay-harper-and-vp-nurseries/

Discussion on flooring trends from tile to planks. Follow up on keeping woodpeckers from tapping on the home. Roof considerations before solar panels are installed. Plus homeowner questions on a mystery seeping sound from a toilet and ceramic based and green cork spray exterior coatings. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-design-and-flooring-trends/

Get your roof ready for monsoon season or stormy weather year round. Alonso Popejoy of Armored Roofing discusses what maintenance the homeowner can do to extend your roof life no matter what type of roof. From missing tiles to penetration spots around vents, inspections are the key to catching small issues before they become large problems.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-maintaining-and-repairing-your-roof-for-a-long-life-with-anthony-younan-and-alonso-popejoy-of-armored-roofing/

Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says 'In most plants the pinnacle of their existence isn't necessarily the fruit, its the flower'. The plant nutrients produced go into creating the flower. Which leads to what flowers are edible and the benefits they provide from natural medicines to delectable toppings. Justin discusses some of those edible flowers and how to use them. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-edible-flowers-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

The Weekly To Do on sanding, cleaning, and painting wood. Plenty of tips you should know if you're closing your home for the summer or extended vacation. Question on birds pecking the fascia 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-cleaning-painting-sanding-wood/

Ian Hanley of Pinpoint Leak Detection & Repair discusses the three zones where leaks can happen: home, landscape, and pool. Learn how a water efficiency audit can find possible leaks and save water. Most leaks aren't obvious. Learn how they detect pool leaks without draining the pool and other ways to determine if you have leaks. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-ensure-water-efficiency-with-a-home-and-landscape-water-audit-with-ian-hanley-of-pinpoint-leak-detection-and-repair/

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Wyatt Ross of Windmill Mountain Ranch talking Arizona Beef. Wyatt discusses his family farming history and ranch production of high quality, grass fed grain finished beef direct to the customer. While Arizona is a small beef producer, the quality is top notch! Learn about how this beef is raised, some recipes and a cut of beef we never heard of but we gotta try. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-beef-with-the-arizona-farm-bureau-and-windmill-mountain-ranch/

Weekly To Do on shading around your home for summer heat. Things to consider when "snowbirds" close up the home for the summer. Listener questions about water leaking under the edge of a metal roof, wood disintegration under a patio roof, 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-shade-cools/

Guests Yigal Lampert and Jennifer Eglin of Rosie on the House Certified Response Crew discuss the basic services a handyman provides. Electrical, plumbing, painting, drywall and more small repairs that make a relationship with handyman services worthwhile. Plus in most cases why a handyman is better that a home warranty. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-should-i-hire-a-handyman-or-a-tradesman-with-yigal-lampert-of-response-crew/

Would you 'bee-lieve' what it takes to keep honey bees comes from a cricket? Bee expert Cricket Ungvary joins Farmer Greg of the Urban Farm on the benefits of bee keeping.  The functions of the hive, how to obtain and care for bees while providing honey, beeswax, essential pollination and a drink called Mead. Plus interesting facts like why do drone male bees have a grandfather...but no father! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-keeping-honey-bees-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm/

Weekly To Do on water conservation. Wait until you hear how much water is saved by turning off irrigation when it rains. More on lead paint and asbestos. Plus, two items found at the Kitchen And Bath International Show. Interviews with Bilt's 3D Interactive Instructions using Apple Vision Pro and Free Power WIRELESS chargers. Cool tech! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-water-conservation/

Chuck & Carisa Knight of Knight Air Conditioning have the answers to longer lasting air conditioning and air quailty. Using basic physics, A/C'S moves heat out using it as energy to cool your space. Get the lowdown on what you can do to extend the life of your unit. Plus plenty of homeowner questions to learn more about keeping cool in the summer. Its Air Conditioning 101! Topics discussed in the episode: How air conditioning works Importance of air filters Importance of air flow Thermostat location Basic trouble shooting Proper sizing of new AC units Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-all-about-air-conditioning-with-knight-air-conditioning/ Video short playlist from radio broadcast:

As it gets warmer with the sun rising earlier, Jay Harper has a checklist of to-do's like irrigation, summer veggies and melons to plant, mulching materials and options for shade. Plus many text questions from listeners on gardening, trees and landscaping. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-plant-installation-with-gardening-expert-jay-harper/

The Weekly To Do on energy efficiency. Steps you can take to stay cool and save money during the summer. How to hang a heavy weighted object outside on stucco. Correct attachment on masonry block. Building a backyard casita 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-energy-efficiency/

Discussion of our top picks we liked at the 2024 Kitchen And Bath Industry Show that are pretty incredible. What you must know and what you can do to avoid deed and title fraud. Plus planning and preparing for wildfire season. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-homeowner-hot-topics-preventing-title-fraud-squatters-rights-arizona-wildfires-the-best-2024-kbis-products/