Rosie On The House

Power outages happen.  We discuss what to consider when purchasing a backup generator.  APS Customer Technology Manager Kerri Carnes gives us an update on the customer conversion to the new Time Of Use plan.  The many ways you can cut your water consumption.  And with monsoon season, know about the Stupid Motorist Law.

Before you see existing solar panels and systems on a home means lower electric bills, we discussed the questions you should consider like age of the panels, who installed it, lease or buy system.  Where did the the recent infestation of tiny beetles come from?  And questions on supply line insurance, a remodeling trend called 'reselection experience', cleaning air conditioning coils yourself and more!

SavATree's Gary Peterson and Certified Arborist Mathew Noriega discuss the benefits of The Tree Of Month:  The Desert Willow.  How to keep girdling roots from killing your tree.  Keeping your trees trimmed properly from monsoon winds and proper shade for the trunk.  Tree tips for stressed out trees, holding moisture at the base and staking techniques.

13 years after The Declaration Of Independence, The US Constitution was ratified as a necessary replacement forthe Articles Of Confederation.  This document establishes and explains how government is supposed to function while allowing the states its own separate control.  A discussion about George Washington's strategy of retreating and his yearning to become Continental Army General.  Plus The Weekly To Do on installing and displaying the flagpole to fly Ol' Glory.

Grand Canyon University's Dr. David Dean discusses the Declaration Of Independence.  Specifically the frustration the colonies had with England's King George III and his monarchy rule.  The demands made to become a separate country influenced by English philosopher John Locke.  How this document led to the next one:  The Constitution.

The genetic origins for nearly 90 percent of the chilis grown commercially in the U.S. can be tracked back to Ed Curry.  His base chili paste alone is featured in over 80 percent of products.  He talks with The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree about his latest chili research:  extracting all natural flavors and many health benefits of chilis.  Ed developed the Arizona 20, the standard of the green and red chili.

Topics from the real estate market to a monsoon season checklist.  Interview with My Directives.com, a digital wallet card that has all your directives in case of life threating emergencies.  Rosie's take on A/C extended warranties especially on labor.  And homeowner questions on carbon monoxide, soundproofing and more!

A career in the construction sciences for women has never been better.  The opportunities for learning and demand for skilled services are even greater.  Rosie On The House Staff Writer Susan Kregar discusses how her involvement with construction trade associations lead to her career.  Rosie Right Remodeling's Project Manager Sefora Onye and Design & Sales Consultant Rochelle Horn discuss what lead to their careers in remodeling construction.  Plus homeowner questions!

Farmer Greg's guest is Tucson's Brad Lancaster! Award Winning Author of ‘Rainwater Harvesting For Dryland And Beyond’.  With cities asking residents to reduce water use, harvesting rainwater is more that just collecting in a tank. Brad discusses various methods about how you can capture every drop and move rainwater from the street to the roof!  ‘Planting the rain to grow abundance’.

Rosie On The House broadcasts from KTAR/Phoenix.  Ryan Hatch discusses the history and plans to celebrate KTAR's 100th Anniversary.  Weekly To Do on Orangeburg Pipe.  What is it and if you have a home built from the 1950's thru early 1980's what to do if you have it.  Plus homeowner questions on smoke detectors, roofing and more!

Mission Hardwood Flooring talks about the various types of hardwood floors that can be installed in your home.  Bram Flooring discusses floor warranties.  From small to large installation issues, some ways you might be surprised to know that can void the warranty.

Jay Harper discusses ways to reduce water use.  From drought tolerant plants to replacing grass with artificial turf.  Evaluating and maintaining irrigation sprinklers, drip hoses and the controller.  Replacing rock landscapes with mulch to retain moisture.  Protecting tree trunks from sunburn to pruning for monsoon winds.

Having your affairs in order are key to making sure your wishes are followed in case of accident or death no matter your age.  Mick and Sam of Phocus Law detail the documents you should have to carry out those wishes legally.  Ryne Jakobus of Fairway Mortgage explains what a renovation loan can do for remodeling your home.  Plus homeowner questions and more!

Before you decide to DIY removing your old floor for a new one, Mitch & Aaron Taylor of Bram Flooring discuss the challenges you're going to face from different types of tile to carpet and more.  Plus the popular and best selling floor types being installed today.

SavATree's Gary Peterson and Kevin Salamandra of Avid Zone Trees discuss the Tree Of The Month:  The Velvet Mesquite.  Also getting your trees ready for monsoon season.  The proper way to stake younger trees from tie down cables to a Duckbill System or stapling.  June means the return of Palo Verde Beetles!

Homeowner topics and some solutions including fixing an interior door that won't stay open or closed, an inground plastic water tank leak, a DYI question on painting cabinets, plumbing noises, why we don't recommend elastomeric paint on stucco surfaces, cleaning oil and grease stains on concrete and more!

Updating old flooring can make a huge difference in the feel and comfort of your home. With so many materials, styles, and installation options to choose from, where do you start?  We discuss the points to consider from the most popular flooring to what's on the way out with budget and lifestyle in mind.

Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree guests are Wes and Bill Kerr of Kerr Family Farms in Buckeye, AZ.  They discuss the history of the family farm, the technology and genetics used from tracking to nutrition and sustainability that keep their dairy cows producing Arizona milk.  Plus how to get their beef products direct from the farm.

We discuss some of the events honoring Memorial Day.  And answer questions on using a portable swamp cooler, misting systems, getting a lawn back after broken irrigation, proper cover for sun damaged fascia, homemade tile cleaner and what steps to take in closing up a home during the summer.

We discuss choosing the right ceiling fan for your home from blade selection, type of motor to CFM rating.  And how often should you really have your air ducts cleaned?  Not as often as you think provided other maintenance to consider.  Plus caller questions on cracks in the ceiling (not fan related) and recourse for using an unlicensed painter.