Rosie On The House

Recommendations for a nice, comfortable patio!  Proper use of sun shades, roofing, outdoor fans, electrical and sound wiring, and ways to stay cool from misting systems to evaporative coolers.  Lots to consider!

John Eisenhower of Integrity SaveATree Tree Service and Arborist Sarah Maitland talk about the Tree Of The Month:  Tecoma Stands (Yellow and orange bell blooms).  Details proper pruning for trees to hold up in monsoon winds, the effects of overwatering your trees and time for those Palo Verde Beetles.

Amy Burnett of Arizona Game & Fish discuss the over 800 species of wildlife in Arizona and the many watchable wildlife events happening around the state.  And our Staycation of the month in Payson, AZ.

Your front door is the #1 entry focus.  We discuss various ways to secure it whether its a single door, french door and sliding door.  Plus Melissa Sutton from The Drowning Prevention Coalition Of Arizona discusses the ABC's & D of keeping kids safe from drowning.  And more listener questions!

Garage Doors are great when working properly.  We go over the do's and don't maintaining it, security features, testing auto reverse and what one part you should never mess with and leave to a professional.  Plus listeners call in their garage door questions.

Julie from The Arizona Farm Bureau and guest Andy Hacker of Bonita Beans talk beans! Beans are grown in Arizona, mostly a secondary crop. Andy discusses the types they grow and distribute. Plus recipes ideas to enjoy!  (Black Bean Brownies are for real!)

Legendary Phoenix TV Icon Dave Munsey discusses his book 'Munsey Business' about his 50 plus year career as TV Weatherman, celebrity interviews and his cause to watch your kids around water.  Plus our Staycation Of The Month, Payson AZ!

We update the big response we got on last week's show about The Sun Trac solar panel system for an air conditioner unit.  Plus we take listener questions on other home owner issues.

We preach before you do anything, get an inexpensive Home Energy Audit to find any A/C air duct leaks and home leaks around doors and windows.  David Byrnes of Green ID explains his audit methods to help make your home more energy efficient and possibly lowering your cooling costs.

Farmer Greg of The Urban Farm and Don Titmus talk about collecting rainwater and greywater for your plants, trees and gardens.  Details their harvesting and container systems.  Plus the difference between rainwater, graywater and blackwater and the proper way to use them.

During World War II, Arizona had 24 German POW camps.  But one had a fascinating story, a 'Great Escape' and capture that surprised even the German POW's.  Author Steve Hoza give a detailed account of the Papago POW Camp, escape tunnel, capture and the reunion after the war of the guards and POWs.  Plus our Lake Havasu Staycation winner talks about his experience.

We take caller questions on roof inspection, home inspection, stucco, issue with a hot room in the home and other topics.

Farmer Greg of The Urban Farm and Peggy Sorenson talk about harvesting and preping mesquite beans for milling.  Plus a discussion of the many edible desert plants.  More info at Growphx.com

Jesse Curlee has rich knowledge about the cotton industry in Arizona.  He discusses his background, what brought growing cotton to Arizona, its connection to Goodyear Tires and the highest quality Pima Cotton in demand around the world.  Plus Joseph Gutierrez, Manager of Nautical Beachfront Resort in Lake Havasu City talks about its history and what the resort has to offer.

A hybrid climate system for your air conditioner that raises efficiency, reduces operating expenses and in turn lowering your cooling bill by 40% to 80%!!  Rosie Certified Intelligent Design Air Conditioning and Heating in Tucson and SunTrac are changing the way you can cool in Arizona.  They explain how the system works.

Tom Reilly of Renovations in Prescott, AZ talks us through the value of sustainable practices.  Well versed in historic preservation and renovations to your home too!

Propane is clean energy!  A big commodity in rural areas.  And its possible to be the sole energy source to run your home!  Ever think about where propane comes from and distributed to customers?  Dave Barrett of Barrett Propane details everything about it.

Jay Harper of The Farms Choice talking irrigation for lawns and gardens.  Sprinklers, tackling weeds, keeping pests away and caller questions on smart irrigation and irrigation tubing.

Broadcast from Prescott, AZ!  Discussing some of the topics from The Arizona Historic Preservation Conference.  And Mayor Cal Sheehy talks about the town and future plans for Lake Havasu, AZ.  Population 50,000 plus known as Arizona's Playground on the Colorado River.

Kyle Ritland of Sun Valley Solar Solutions discusses how your solar energy system works in relation to your utility provider.  Leasing versus buying a solar system for your home.  Update on battery storage.  Plus the 30% Federal Tax Credit ends this year!