Home Security Print

• Gail,emitters are now on feeder tube in drip system.  Should the emitters be on the end

Recommendation: Emitters on the Feeder Tube a much better choice, Water Use It Wisely

• Put different lines if plants have different watering needs; RainBird at Sprinkler World or Ewing Irrigation, Xera Bug Line

• Karen, has a bobcat in her backyard

Recommendation: They like rabbits, pet food is a draw, Motion Activated Sprinklers, The Scarecrow from Con-Tech,  Arizona Fish and Game 'Living with Wildlife,

Sweet Jennifer's Product Review:  Salad Bag and Blue Apple HUGE Thumbs down! Debbie Myers Green Bags

Caller

• Dick, can Vinca's be in sun all the time and should they be transplanted

Recommendation: Transplant into larger container.  Regular Watering, Be careful with Fungal issues, wilting is a sign of fungus

• Denise, has a patio home with small yard.  How can she make it good for the dogs and for her family

Recommendation: Make sure plants are not too big for the area.  Small trees for shade, Synthetic Grass

To deter Criminals from your landscape:

• Hardscape, Species Selection, Stag Horn or Prickly Pear Cactus, Santa Rita Cactus, and Motion Detector Lighting

Home Security

• Make your home the least desirable target
• 40% are not forced entry
• 35% come in through the front door
• Right after lunch is the most popular time for breakins
• 90% are not getting anything back after burglary

Front Door Security:

• Burglars are looking for front doors that are hidden from the street
• Security Screen door is the best investment you can make for front entrance security
• Titan Security Doors: Freelite in Phoenix and Triple E Construction in Northern Arizona

Make sure to video document your home inventory

Caller

• Dave, does he put Roof Emulsion on concrete Dog Run

Recommendation: PVC Pipe Instructions on this job

Rosie on the House Remodeling

Casa Grande Connection:

• Brutinel Plumbing and Electric
• Desert Sun Heating and Cooling
• Cooper Painting
• Presidential Pools
• CYC Landscaping
• Lyon's Roofing

Caller

• Larry, wants guidance on setting up mobile monitoring for his security system.

• If you can lift the Sliding Door or Window up, a burglar can to
• A wood dowel will not prevent the lifting
• Pin Style Lock will prevent lifting

Digital Newsroom

• Katherine, TWD Drywall
• Concrete Coatings from Cohill Building Supply
• Sylvia, cold water line is ran through the attic. What to do

Recommendation:  Coat the line with insulation

• Tom, is $6000 a good price for radiant barrier

Recommendation: We are not a believer in Radiant Barrier

• KAZB.org to report Littering Violations

• Keep costume jewelry in your drawers as decoys, then keep your real valuables in a safe
• The Burglar is looking for checkbooks and  your computer with your personal information
• LifeLock for identity protection

• Four Foot Wood Dowel with teacup hook

Caller

• Kathy, needs advice on her size of a/c unit

Recommendation: Cont. in next segment

Caller (cont. from the last segment)

• Kathy, needs advice on her size of a/c unit

Recommendation: Not a fan of Flex Duct, Don't by an extended warranty,; Rosie likes Lennox, York, Trane, American Standard; Energy Audit Inspector to inspect while the home is being built

Recommended Cabinetry:Merillat,  Wellborn

Pet Door Security:

• Enters into the house from one room that has a deadbolt from the inside of the house
  

• Will foam insulation break block? No
• What about Retro Fit Cathedral Ceiling not recommended.  However if you do, Banker Insulation

• Prescott Log Cabin
• Marriott Residence Inn
• Springhill Suites
• Abineau Lodge