Rosie On The House

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. And two items found at the Kitchen And Bath International Show. Interviews with Bilt's 3-D 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 has the answers to longer lasting air conditioning. Using basic physics moving heat out and 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! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-all-about-air-conditioning-with-knight-air-conditioning/

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/

Agriscaping.com's Justin Rohner says healthy gardens means healthy life. More than just food, it provides physical activity, exposing yourself to nature, sunlight and wellbeing. So plant your health in the ground and find natural ways to natural remedies and many other tidbits to eat and be healthy. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-ultimate-garden-hour-growing-your-health-with-justin-rohner-of-agriscaping/

Chris of Same Day Garage Doors joins us for our Weekly To Do about the do's and don't on garage door maintenance. Plus homeowner questions on popping noises in roof rafters, lead paint abatement, a suspicious air conditioning service, roof leak with solar panels, fascia wrap, dishwasher dilemma 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-ups-and-downs-of-garage-doors/

Arizona gifts us with abundant opportunities to embrace the indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Pass through windows allow us to enjoy that seamless connection bringing fresh air inside and living spaces outside. Adam Homer of Pella Windows Mountain West discusses the impressive designs of pass through windows that could be the perfect fit for your home. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-pass-through-windows-with-adam-homer-of-pella/

The Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Silvertooth, University Of Arizona Professor & Extension Specialist in Agronomy/Soil Science.  Arizona's climate and soil composition gives us a huge advantage in year round crop production. Dr. Silvertooth discusses how pushing for greater efficiency even under climate changes results in high yields and quality crops.  Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-farm-fresh-az-climate-and-agriculture-with-julie-murphree-of-the-az-farm-bureau-dr-jeffrey-silvertooth-from-u-of-a/

Homeowner questions include fixing damage to a block fence, insulation, termite damage in stucco, caulking and more. Plus Dr. Sky discusses the April 8th solar eclipse where totality will happen in Texas and what to expect in Arizona. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-caulking/

As energy costs rise, solutions to reducing energy consumption and saving money should start with a Home Energy Audit. Sean McGraw of FOR Energy explains the valuable information you get about your home's energy use, where your losing energy and having a clear road map to energy efficiency. Taking the guess work out with accurate answers. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-create-a-path-to-an-efficient-home-with-a-home-energy-audit-with-sean-mcgraw-of-for-energy/

Commentary on new and trending products from the Kitchen And Bath Industry Show, essential tools for landscapes and yard work, using water wisely and most popular Outdoor Living Hour podcasts. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content  https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-lawn-mower-maintenance/

Fulton Homes' Community Resource Director Rosaria Cain  joins in on our Weekly To Do on pool safety. 90% of drownings happen in a pool. She discusses why 'Two Seconds Is Too Long". Plus a listener asks about trenchless drain line replacement, feedback from our recent broadcast on solar 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-pool-safety/

The demand for outdoor living spaces has hit new highs. A wise investment in a shade structure can greatly enhance your outdoor living experience. Booth Built Patio Products  discuss ramadas, porch covers, cantilevers, and more to get you ''made in the shade" Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-upgrade-your-outdoor-living-experience-with-tom-booth-of-booth-built-patio-products/

Farmer Greg's representatives Janice Norton, the General Manager of the Urban Farm Nursery, and Ray Jess, the manager of the Urban Farm General Store. They discuss the transformative impact  journaling can have on becoming an accomplished urban farmer. Whether you note down the moon cycles, watering times, or the dates of sowing particular seeds, maintaining such records can be exceptionally useful for future reference. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-urban-farming-journaling-new-habits-with-greg-peterson-and-the-urban-farm-team/

Our Weekly To Do with 5 DIY plumbing tips. Discussion of a homeowner's mystery buzzing noise in the home, sound deadening a room and an update on building a Rosie On The House Habitat For Humanity home as we celebrate our #1 Best Contractor Referral Service Award in Arizona for the 15th year in a row! Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/open-home-hour-live-listener-call-ins-texts-emails-weekly-to-do-5-plumbing-tips/

Considering solar? Rosie Certified Sun Valley Solar Solutions discusses why spring is the right time to look into it. There are many changes worth noting in understanding how solar panels and battery integration actually works for you and your energy bill. We are an advocate of solar. Not the shady sales tactics within the industry. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-third-party-owned-solar-panels-and-battery-pack-integration-with-sam-dunbar-of-sun-valley-solar-solutions/

Spring has sprung! Gardening Expert Jay Harper lists some of the warm season veggies to plant for a nice harvest. Also tips on rye grass lawns known as winter lawns 'sweet spot'. Irrigation, drip emitters, weed control and the benefits of flowers in your spring garden. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/outdoor-living-hour-notes-from-the-nursery-warm-season-vegetables-with-gardening-expert-jay-harper/

Our Weekly To Do on smart home security. Plus questions about fixing dry rot patio beams, caulking around the toilet base, driveway cracks, balcony leaks and pool heating. Original broadcast archive page with expanded content https://rosieonthehouse.com/podcast/on-the-house-hour-getting-your-homes-air-filtration-right-with-todd-russo-of-reeis-air-conditioning/