Rosie On The House

Jim Gildea and Rich Allen of Regal Bath & Kitchens discuss what's trending in bath and kitchen remodeling.   From cabinets, backsplashes and counters to showers and universal designs, they explain the remodeling process that can lead to good looks and added value. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-popular-remodeling-trends-with-lasting-value-with-regal-bath-kitchen/

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Jen Millican of Stotz Dairy.  Jen discusses how she got into dairy farming, cow care, the farm's sustainability resources and why Arizona is the perfect place to produce the best most nutritious milk.  With a few cow jokes tossed in too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-dairy-with-arizona-farm-bureau-and-stotz-dairy/

Our Weekly To Do on home maintenance checks around the home.  Spotting problem before it's too late. Plus homeowner questions on bug intrusion from a skylight, plumbing leak, roofing inspection and estimates, best way to convert a dirt driveway and remembering the fallen on Memorial Day Weekend. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-before-its-too-late/

Rodents, roaches and mosquitos are common homeowner pests to control.  Add dealing with desert pests like scorpions and termites takes the right treatment to avoid potential serious problems.  Brett Overson of Overson Pest Control discusses his methods to control them and why its best to have year round pest control service instead of a spray bottle Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-pest-control-in-the-arizona-sonoran-desert-with-overson-pest-control/

Desert trees, cactus, even weeds can be very tasty!  From mesquite beans to cactus bearing fruit, learn what you can eat, the preparation it takes and treats you can enjoy from Peggy Sue Sorenson and Mike Clow of The Desert Kitchen.  Along with Farmer Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm.  Let the foraging begin! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farm-native-edibles-with-greg-peterson/

Reverse Osmosis water purifying systems are prevalent in Arizona to remove extra materials that produce cleaner tasting water.  We discuss the process.  And tackle homeowner air condtioning questions too! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-ro-filter/

Adam Homer of Pella Windows & Doors discusses the difference between hinged and sliding patio doors.  With so many designs from vinyl, fiberglass to woodclad styles, Adam details the functionality of each patio door to give you ideas about bringing the outdoors inside your home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-the-differences-and-benefits-between-hinged-and-sliding-patio-doors-with-pella-windows-doors/

Jay Haper gives you the lowdown to spread down mulch.  The many advantages mulch can do to cool down the ground, maintain moisture and weed control.  Difference between mulch and compost.  And starting a lawn from scratch. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-mulching-with-jay-harper/

We welcome a new Rosie On The House partner Regal Bath & Kitchens, talk to the inventor of the Extreme Mist Backpack for hiking, tips on refreshing the pool area, commentary on air conditioning hard start kits, whole home surge protection, window wells and sunscreen installs over dual pane windows.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-pool-facelift/

Keep that roof over your head in great shape with expert commentary from Jim McClain & Robyn Charland of Canyon State Roofing & Consulting.  From the wood, underlay and choice of roofing materials for pitched and flat roofs, Jim's 30 plus years of roofing pinpoints what makes a good roof last longer.  And help homeowners with their roofing issues.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-roofers-roofing-and-roofs-canyon-state-roofing-consulting/

Certified Agriscaper Professional Justin Rohner has great insight on the keystone species of the Sonoran Desert.  The Desert Ironwood is a protector of desert plants while withstanding a lifetime of desert conditions.  Plus informative landscape watering tips for deep rooted trees to frequency and length of time ahead of summer heat.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-talking-trees-landscape-watering-and-tree-of-the-month-desert-ironwood-with-agriscaping/

It can be hard for new people in a neighborhood to make connections.  We have tips for you to be the welcome wagon.  Homeowners questions about non-lethal ways to remove burrowing animals (like gophers), weed killing and water heater maintenance.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-new-neighbor-welcome-wagon/

Water leaks waste more than just water.  It wastes money on your bill and cause damage costing more money!  Ian Henley of Pinpoint Leak Detection And Repair has the tools and knowledge to find leaks in pools and irrigation systems.  Plus how a property leak survey of the home, yard and pool can 'pinpoint' leaks you can't see.     Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-identifying-water-leaks-with-pinpoint-leak-detection-repair/

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guest is Sarah King of Anvil Ranch.  Arizona beef is a top commodity and most sought after for quality and taste.  Sarah discusses the ranch history dating back to 1895, her background and the importance of ranch conservation and land preservation that play a role in producing delicious, high protein types of beef.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-az-beef-with-julie-murphree-of-az-farm-bureau-sarah-king-of-anvil-ranch/

Steve Love of La Mesa RV assists with our Weekly To Do on RV ownership.  The many Classes of RV's for weekend getaways, vacations or living on the road.  Author, Hiker and Arizona/burger lover Roger Naylor talks about the places to consider traveling in an RV throughout Arizona.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-rv-homeownership/

Plumbing inspections and maintenance go hand in hand.  A vital system that feeds water to bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.  Brandon Williams of Rosie Certified Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing discusses the importance for routine inspections and what maintenance or repairs might be needed.    Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-plumbing-inspections-with-day-and-night-air-conditioning-heating-plumbing/  

The Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix  is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres.  Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest and largest botanical garden in Arizona with desert plants and trees from around the world.  Jennifer visited both places and discusses what you'll see on your next visit.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content: https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-botanical-garden-interview/

Whether you use your grill daily, weekly, monthly, this is the time to refresh it so your grilled eats stay delicious.  Current events and homeowner questions with an opinion about power factor correction capacitors, vinyl siding and solar install questions, recoating a wood patio 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-refresh-bbq-grill/

Think sheds are for storing things you don't have room for in your home?  Bob and Rachel Oxley of our newest Rosie Certified Partner Urban Shed Concepts talks about other uses they've designed and built for other applications.  With valuable advice on how to plan for your shed with ideas you may have never thought of.   Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-sheds-more-than-just-storage-with-urban-shed-concepts/

The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson and Kari Spencer of City Farming Book.com discuss the advantages of having chickens, goats and other livestock for you backyard.  The many, many benefits they provide from food to fertilizer, proper ways to protect and house them and checking your city and rural codes for keeping them.     Original broadcast archive page with expanded content:  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-backyardanimals-with-greg-peterson-of-the-urban-farm-and-kari-spencer-of-city-farming-book/