Rosie On The House

If you made it thru the last rain storm with no leaks or haven't had a roof inspection in a long time, Rhonda LaNue of Lyons Roofing discusses the roofing materials and the challenges the roofing industry are facing.  Plus how the homeowner can check their own roof and look for possible problems.  An important tip on replacing a showerhead and more!

Fall shows us the beauty of letting go.  As in cleaning and organizing the things you've collected over decades.  We discuss some ways to relieve the stress by organizing and reducing the clutter around your home for the holidays.  From creating new habits to the three Golden Rules of professional organizers, take a deep breath and listen.

We discuss a little known topic called Primary Water.  Where water is constantly created near the earth's crust and released thru fissures.  Three times the amount of water of all the oceans combined!  Gardening suggestions include healthy food producing plants, seed spacing tips and the steps to constructing and planting a garden.  Plus we discuss plants that can naturally deter mosquitos.

Tips about home security during the holidays.  Plus homeowner questions on the permitting process for a remodel, cast iron sewer line repair gone bad and what you can do if the job gets botched, damage on a travertine floor and suggestions on replacing or covering a popcorn ceiling.

Rochelle Horn, CKBD Sales and Design Rosie Right Remodeling, has some great tips from the first contractor/design meeting to the finished product of your remodeling project.  Working with a contractor you trust.  Ironing out many questions like appliances to cabinets on what you hope to accomplish.  Advantages of a masterplan for your project you don't have to complete all at once.  Most important of all, bring a good dose of patience.  Its a real virtue.

Certified Arborist Sarah Maitland of SavATree is joined by Aimee Esposito of Trees Matter.  Who's mission is to promote increased tree canopy as part of the benefits of tree growth among other projects, including planting trees to remember Covid passings.  The Tree Of The Month:  The Chinese Elm.  From composting to mulching, trees add value to your home.  Plus the proper way to hang holiday lights on your trees without damaging them.

Our Weekly To Do Tips on preparation before painting inside your home.  Repairing stains, nail holes, torn drywall paper and washing the walls before primer and your favorite paint colors.  Plus homeowner questions on repairing a crack on a quartz countertop, sand in the toilet tank and ridge vents and roof whirly birds to naturally let heat escape the attic.

Vinyl flooring has surpassed carpet and tile.  Its the floor everyone wants with good reasons mentioned by our guests from Bram Flooring.  Over time, installations have had challenges, problems solved and now our discussion on moisture prevention.  Reasons it can creep in under the floor and prevention for a long lasting floor.  Plus if you decided to install it yourself, some careful tips to consider by the experts at Bram Flooring.  

Move Over California!  Arizona grown grapes, wine and beer has become a big deal!  We talk Emil Molin of Cove Mesa Vineyards in Cottonwood, Arizona joined by Julie Murphree of The Arizona Farm Bureau.  How a course in winemaking led to opening Cove Mesa.  Brian McKean of Old Ellsworth Brewing talks about brewing The Arizona Farm Bureau's Centennial beer 'Cien'.  And what it takes to produce excellent wine and beer in Arizona!

We discuss some of the security products we're considering for our E-Store.  Rosie's concerns about elastomeric paint over regular paint for stucco.  Weekly To Do on inspecting and repairing cabinet condition.  Floating floor planks over existing tile floor, smelly bathroom drains and more!

You've likely never heard of an Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter.  But Product Manager For Seimens Industry Ashley Bryant says its highly recommend to detect silent, invisible arc faults before a fire starts.  She details how it works and why you should consider installing them in your home's electrical system.  Safety tips for seniors staying in their home.  Dust problem in a home.  How to handle unwanted surface water from excessive rain.  And mini-splits!

Ray Lopez of Liberty Greens and Scottsdale Weed Control discusses everything you should know about artificial turf for your yard.  From preparation of the foundation to proper installation of turf and maintenance.  The reason to install turf made in the USA, not internationally.  Water saving!  Safety factor for kids and dogs.  Plus handling odor issues from dog urine.

Our Weekly To Do on smoke, fire and carbon monoxide home alarms.  Daisy Mountain PIO Brent Finton discusses how they work, maintenance, the importance of placement in each room of the home, battery and shelf life and the importance of having an escape plan.  Most Asked Question Of The Week:  I don't like my home.  What can I do about it?  We have tips including is it worth remodeling or move out?

We discuss the day in a life of a plumber and why you should consider a career in plumbing.  Products found at The National Hardware Show.  And listener questions on water softeners, cleaning duct work, home extension involving a load bearing wall and what creature was found in a toilet.

Farmer Greg's vision to help you become food secure starts with growing your own citrus trees.  Planting and maintaining the height for easy harvesting, creating healthy soil when you plant, and key points/tips on keeping your citrus thriving year round.

Our Weekly To Do on sealing a concrete patio.  It can be a DYI project but we discuss the right and wrong things to consider.  Becky with Arizona Chimney & Air Ducts details the proper inspections and cleaning for wood burning and gas fireplaces especially if it hasn't been checked in a long time.  And homeowner questions answered!

Its takes the first chill of an early fall to remind you its time to get your heating system checked.  Having a good relationship with your HVAC installer and technician is key.  We discuss the different types of heating units and maintenance.  The number one service call HVAC companies received in the past months.  Living In Place topic on seniors and computers.  And a 'Cajun' trick to keep your toilet water from freezing.

Perfect time to plant!  For edible gardening, Jay gives you tips on what to plant for things you like to eat.  Also the perfect time to reassess your landscapes like trees and water tolerant plants.  Overseeding for winter lawns this year has some challenges.  But Jay has some tips to keep that lawn lasting longer.  Discussion of battery powered lawn tools.  And keeping pests like caterpillars from chomping up your garden.

Weekly To Do on air filters.  Many to consider besides your A/C Heating unit.  Most Asked Question Of Week on 'faux wood' floors on what choices do you have for the look of wood with less maintenance.  And listener questions on treating termites, attaching furring strips to block walls and the proper way to seal pavers.

The electrical systems are one of the most important functions in your home.  Keeping it functioning properly and safely is the job of a professional electrician.  Ben Perkins of Fox Valley Electric talks about the kinds of electrical work they get on a daily basis, the planning that goes into every job and other facts about the power of electricity.  Plus listener calls about LED bulbs, EV Chargers, rewiring power panels and more!