Rosie on the House

Discussion on home security. David Camber of North Valley Locksmith details different grades of door hardware. The importance of grade one commercial locks combined with heavy-duty strike plates for maximum protection against forced entry. Jarod Wright of Harmony Security discusses the importance of cellular security systems along with security camera advancements including video storage solutions. 

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Listeners and homeowners over the decades have trusted Rosie On The House with great information and tips about owning a home in Arizona. So we put contestants to the test to see what they've learned and hopefully get correct. As we play 'Know Your Rosie Knowledge'.  

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'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm has successfully grown fruit trees in the low desert for 4 decades. He discusses his essential planting techniques from digging the hole to his 6-6 Rule, ways to reduce soil temperature, healthy soil additives, the importance of low chill hours, root stocks, how long until your first harvest and more. 

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Another 250th moment about The Declaration Of Independence. A new partner joins the network Complete Pest Control. Our take on home warranties. Weekly To Do on filtering the dust out of the home. Homeowner questions on stainless steel sinks and we assist a listener on a plumbing issue of no cold water and low water pressure.

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Monsoon season has a way of revealing problems that stay hidden the rest of the year. A downpour can send homeowners scrambling for towels when they notice water around a window. However not every drop means your windows are failing. Sal Sucato of DunRite Windows & Doors discusses the signs there is a potential leak and what could fool you in thinking there's a problem.

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It's a stressful time for plants when excessive heat and overnight temperatures don't cool off enough to recover. Nursery expert Jay Harper discusses ways to give plants and trees cooling relief. To get your mind off the heat, time to think about that fall garden. Jay lists some of the vegetables and other edibles to think about ready for planting.

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Another moment regarding the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence. Weekly To Do on what we call The Drop Zone. An area for setting down items like shoes, bags, keys and other things. Homeowner questions about wall cracks around a tub, installing and electrical line for an oven, are landlords required to do A/C maintenance checks twice a year and more topics around the house.

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Dust buildup on air conditioner coils, condensate clogs, frequent starting and stopping plus calculating the correct size of the unit. Ricky and Buzz of Day And Night Air Conditioning talk about how proper outdoor maintenance checks outside can keep your air quality and comfort level inside consistent. 

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Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses some of the environmental challenges dealing with wind, shade and water. How extreme weather effects tree health and soil conditions. How dust actually has some benefits to plants. Tree trimming and shading for wind protection. Capturing techniques for copious amounts of rainwater, storing it and more.

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The Weekly To Do on making the front of your home a more welcoming home. And lots of homeowner questions on removing a pool, shutting off the water heater, leaky glass block wall, painting ceramic tile, venting pipes on the roof, a bad air conditioning replacement suggestion and more doings around the house.

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Small leaks can lead to big water bills. When it comes to higher water bills, there are two simple scenarios. Either its wasted water or a leak. Wasted water being that you know you’re using an overwhelming amount. A leak is more out of sight, out of mind. Until you receive a high water bill. Ian Hanely of Pinpoint Leak Detection discusses what a property survey can uncover detecting complex pool leaks, irrigation and other plumbing issue around the home. 

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Arizona Agriculture is vast! 25 million acres of farmland, rangeland, tribal land and managed state and federal land. With 16,710 active farms and ranches spanning those acres. From cattle to crops, Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree breaks down the discussion how 2.6% of farms accounts for 94% of production with 96% of those farms being family owned and part of the more than 30 billion dollar ag economy in State 48.

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As part of our series for the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence we discuss The War Of 1812 and the story behind what became our National Anthem. Including verses that are not well known. Introducing a new Certified Partner Re-New Cabinets. And answering homeowner questions.

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Jon Bolenbaugh of The Mighty Electricians gives a mighty discussion on protecting and maintaining your electrical system. Learn about whole home surge protection that intercepts eletrical surges at the breaker box. Difference between breakers and arc fault breakers. Opinion on smart electrical panels. And other maintenance tips to keep your electrical system safe and in check.

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Jenny Beasley believes everyone should have access to locally grown fresh food. With no prior gardening experience, she took the challenge of converting an empty city lot into a thriving community garden called Heart Of The City. She joins 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm to talk about what her community garden has done to foster education, cultural relationships and community involvement for kids, families, retirees and anyone wanting to grow their own!

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Our Weekly To Do on possible trouble signs to look for when you observe your roof. Samuel Adams is the subject of another look at the Declaration Of Independence. We are a 'hard no' on using powered attic fans and a writer for Pro-Remodeler backs up our opinion on how you can lose energy. Plus other homeowner questions and information.

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Shocker! Air conditioners do not produce cold air. They remove heat! You'll get an introductory level class course on the mechanics and science of comfort with 'Professors' Chuck and Carisa Knight of Knight Air Conditioning. From the latest refrigerants, the one, two and variable stage units to the correct indoor humidity and more. They really do have the coolest customers in town!

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Monsoon season is beneficial for the much needed rain but comes with some risks for homeowners. Fortunately Jay Harper has the tips to manage your landscapes and trees to withstand high winds and inches of rain in a short period. Along with weed control and its not too early to think about fall planting now for certain vegetables and gourds. Plus learn two words that describe the scent of the desert after rain.

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We discuss conscientious ways to conserve water. Rosie's segment on the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration Of Independence. A new flooring partner to the Certified Partner Network. And we assist homeowners with their dilemmas including another home warranty issue.

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Tyler Johnson of Johnson Roofing discusses the importance of proactive roof maintenance and annual inspections. It extents the life of the roof, prevents costly emergency repairs and keeps the warranty coverage in effect. Tyler has a unique approach to roofing repairs versus full replacement to help customers make informed decisions. 

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Free water thru rainwater harvesting saves water. Companion planting gardening that retains moisture saves water. Greywater harvesting saves water too! Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses these and other tips to conserve water and reduce that water bill.

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Arizona Highways magazine Editor In Chief Robert Stieve talks about the July issue featuring 250 things we love about State 48. From food, road trips and lodging to roadside historical markers, people and places we love to take pictures at or watch wildlife. The Grand Canyon State has a lot to offer in places you may not even know about.

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We celebrate Arizona's contribution to America's 250th Birthday! Arizona's Secretary Of State Adrien Fontes discusses America250Arizona. Designed to inspire statewide participation and deepen community connections through sharing Arizona's history before and after statehood. Plus Arizona's Official Presidential Historian Tom Babbage shares stories of past Presidents and events that shaped the country.

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Mortimer Farms is a real working farm that focuses on conserving natural resources, caring for the land, animals, and the environment. Strengthen connections between guests and the farming community by opening the farm to the public. Ashlee Mortimer joins Arizona Farm Bureau's Julie Murphree to talk about the year round events, festivals and farm fresh pickings available. Along with connections to agriculture by the founding fathers 250 years ago.

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Along with answering homeowner questions, another moment marking the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence featuring the other 'Midnight Rider' Caesar Rodney. Introducing a new Rosie Certified Partner 3-D Installations. Details on Scottsdale's 4th Of July Celebration. The Weekly To Do on diagnosing plant health. And the origin of 'hot dog' and 'hot diggity dog'.

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The backyard swimming pools are a little piece of heaven. An essential part of summertime in Arizona. Along with effective treatments in water management and improving cleanliness. Craig O'Grady of Desert Sun Pools discusses advancements in pool maintenance from water filtration and energy efficient pool pumps to ozone UV treatments, salt pools, keeping bees away and much more cool pool tips. Plus homeowner pool questions.

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Did you know one inch of rain over a 1000 square foot area can yield around 600 plus gallons of water? Through effective strategies of proper storage and basins, rainwater harvesting can provide a self sustaining ecosystem for gardens and trees. Don Titmus along with 'Farmer Greg' Peterson of The Urban Farm spent decades on techniques and shares their knowledge with you. Including simple ways to get started collecting water from various sources. And how Don made water flow uphill without pumps!

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A discussion of The Declaration Of Independence praised as the greatest document in human history. Plus a bunch of homeowners calls and e-mails with questions about plumbing, roofing, gutters, rust, skunks and more!

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Your roof is the shield that protects everything inside the home. Visible roof observations, inspections and regular maintenance are the best way to avoid post storm damages. Alonzo Popejoy of Armored Roofing USA specializes in all types of roof coverings. He gives his thoughts on underlays which is the most important roof component. And his unconventional entry into the roofing business. Plus homeowners with their roofing questions.

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Shade trees are an effective way to cool your space and home during the summer heat. We discuss our 5 best trees and some bonus trees to consider. But before you plant its important to know the mature size and the space needed for it to grow. In other words, the right tree in the right place at the right time.

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Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses whats possible to grow in your garden in the warm summer sun. From gourds and melons to beans and black eyed peas. He reveals the 4 secrets to success: Understanding the 'A' Microclimate, Creating Shade, Soil Mix and Water.

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The story of a signer of the Declaration Of Independence William Floyd and his well known descendants. Why are crawl spaces so uncommon in Arizona homes. Introducing a new Certified Partner State 48 Window Cleaning. Concrete expansion joint repair. Homeowner resources you can find for free at Rosie On The House.com and more!

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Sky-high summer electric bills? Rooms that never feel “just right”? Before you self diagnose and spend a dime, get a home energy audit. Sean McGraw of FOR Energy explains a whole home audit of the entire home's envelope (insulation, ducts, windows, doors) can pinpoint the trouble spots using diagnostic technology with physical testing. Bridging the gap between real problem spots and solutions you need.

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Rosie discusses the type of written language in the Declaration Of Independence. Ann Carlton of APS explains the current electric rate increase application that's not primarily driven by data centers. Rosie Certified Realtor Vikki Gorman discusses what to consider before buying a home with a community Homeowners Association. Plus homeowner questions about attic ventilation and mysterious white power.

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Second generation owner Tim Forstie of Durafoam discusses the evolution of foam roofing. Thermal insulation, durability, seamless installation and protective coating against UV exposure are important to a quality long lasting foam roof. Tim explains more benefits to foam done the right way adds energy savings and water resistance in climates like monsoon season in Arizona.

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June is Dairy Month. Arizona Farm Bureau's spokesperson Julie Murphree's guest is Arizona Executive Director for USDA Farm Service Agency Sine Kerr with deep multi-generational connections to the dairy farming industry. Discussing how dairy farming has evolved with technology and sustainability practices intertwining with farm life, community engagement and ag leadership. Grab a cold glass of milk and listen!

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Another segment commemorating the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence involving turning a king into bullets. Weekly To Do on upgrade ideas for a safer more mobile bathroom as you Age In Place. Introducing a new Certified Partner Element Mist. Air conditioning versus swamp coolers and more!

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Many factors are causing an increase in energy consumption leading to increased cost and use during hot summers. Storing energy with batteries are a powerful financial tool. Reducing exposure to rising utility rates, avoid on-peak pricing and security in case of a power outage. Kyle Ritland of Sun Valley Solar Solutions discusses battery storing energy with or without a solar system can be a game changer.

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Arizona has some extra challenges regarding bugs and other potential pests. From flies and mosquitos to snakes and rodents we discuss what you can do to keep your yard bug free as possible.

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Highlighting another story on the 250th Anniversary of The Declaration Of Independence. Robert Parkinson's book Tyrants And Rogues. Emphasizing that the 27 grievances following the preamble are the true focus of the document. Dr. Sky explains the recent surge of meteor sightings, Artemis II traveling over 694,000 miles in just 10 days and how Space X rocket technology has advanced further that previous rockets. Plus the Weekly To Do on water features.

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