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Caller:

• Marilyn -Her neighbor used to drain some pool water into an area in her backyard and now nothing will grow in that corner of her yard?

Recommendation - The tree she planted, a Queen Palm, can have issues, but getting a soil test might be the answer to find out if the chemicals in the pool water are the issue.

We continue our discussion on irrigation for your new winter lawn:

• Bill loves Rainbird Products ( And NO he isn't paid for saying it!)
• We talk irrigation piping, piecing it together and sprinklers.
• Looking for the right products?? Head to Sprinkler World!

Congratulations to Hickmans Family Farms on a successful PJ's & Eggs!  They gathered over 6,000 pairs of pajamas for kids in need.

**Ever mowed off a sprinkler?  Bill shares why that happens and what to do to prevent it.

We share the proper steps to get the green, healthy lawn you're looking for!

• Watering
• Mowing
• Scheduling water during varying winter weather.
• Common problems & Common fixes.
• Make sure you're timer is set correctly.

Bill shares his favorite control boxes product lines:

• Rainbird
• Hunter

The Rain Dial

"Smart Controllers" will save you water too!

Rosie talks about arguing with Gopher's to stop eating his irrigation lines!!!

Get out in the yard and do the work now, so you can enjoy a green lawn all winter long.

Remember: Design is just as important as quality products.

Learn more about watering properly here.

If you have questions or need help with your landscape design or irrigation, call Bill Jenkins with Think Green Irrigation & Landscaping at 480-922-9497.

We're talking Sustainable Homes and Going Green:

• Not every option has to be expensive, make small changes and start saving!
• Tom & Rosie discuss "Re-Greening" and what it means.
• Do you know what LEED means?
• Home Energy Audits will help you solve your home's issues. Reeis will do it for you!
• Does going "Green" cost you money....short answer....NO! Tom shares why.
• Saving water is simple if you're conscious of saving it.
• Don't be sucked in by marketers. Get a professional from a trusted company.

Romey goes to the Digital Newsroom:

• Tammy - Now that it's getting cooler in Northern Arizona or is it still okay to paint?

Recommendation - Tom says it should be fine and she should call Dave Berry at Century Painting.

• Mike - He has a cabin and is worried about freezing his pipes now that he wants to keep it open in the winter.

Recommendation - Tom suggests insulating the pipes very well and water needs to keep moving, so drain it as you leave after the weekend.

• Paul - He wants to build a cabin in an area of Northern Arizona?

• Jerry - He has a flat roof in Prescott and wants to know if foam would be a good option?

Recommendation - Tom's done it and thinks it's a great option. It requires maintenance. Call Central Basin Roofing!

Tom & Rosie talk about the evolution of home sustainability.

Advertisements that offer HUGE savings can be wasting your money. Don't spend tons of money that you'll never see a return on your investment. Scams are everywhere. BE SMART!

• Start Small:
• Caulking
• Weather Stripping
• Ducts Sealed
• Don't heat or cool your attic!
• Choose quality Products that will last so you're not replacing after a few years.

*Rosie shares tips on finding the weak spots around your home.

*There are new standards for Remodeling to save energy and we discuss it with Tom.

Congratulations to Becky from Glendale, the latest winner of the Sanderson Ford Arizona Staycation!  Sign up here.

Becky took a Lincoln up north and enjoyed candy from the Cerreta Candy Company and stayed at the Molly Butler Lodge.

We discuss some local activities & Rosie shares some fun stories from the tailgate at the Auburn vs. LSU football game!

*Listen as Tom shares a new innovation in paint! It collects energy and can even change colors. Very Cool Stuff!

Joined In Studio by Dan King with Harmon Solar as we talk Sustainable Homes!!

There's still a lot of confusion around Solar.....net metering....leasing vs. buying...is your roof able to handle it?

We sort out some of the factors to think about if you're considering saving with solar:

• Roof orientation to the sun.
• Age of the roof.
• Structural analysis to verify your roof can support the solar panels.

*Dan & Rosie talk about the evolution of solar technology. 

*Just because summer heat is winding down doesn't mean it's not time to go solar.

*Lease versus Buying Solar Equipment.

• Steve - He is retiring and is on disability, so money is an issue. Would Solar be right for him or not? He's considered leasing, but doesn't know what happens if he wanted to sell the property.

Recommendation - His situation isn't perfect for solar, but his situation is becoming more common and Harmon Solar could evaluate the situation.

**We discuss the different costs and different rules depending on the utility company you're working with.

Romey shares some fun facts about the power of the sun as we talk solar with Harmon Solar!

*What happens when you buy a property with Solar Panels already installed on the home?

• Dan shares their new services to help with this more common occurrence in home buying. Monitoring systems are very useful.

Caller:

• Mickey - She wants to know if it's okay to put panels on an out building on their property instead of the actual home.

Recommendation - As long as the building is the structurally sound, it's completely fine to do this.

Facebook Question: What about the snowbirds? Is it smart for them too?

Recommendation - Absolutely! Going with a smaller solar setup might be a perfect fit.

*Even if you have gas heat and cooking, it still saves you money and lowers your utilities to virtually nothing. Dan has a gas stove and water heater in his home & practically pays nothing on his monthly utilities.

Romey shares more fun facts about the power of the sun!!

The crew shares ways of doing your research on choosing the right solar company.

• Licensed and Bonded
• Insured
• Clean Record with the R.O.C.
• Make sure there is a roofer on staff to verify structures are safe for installation.

Hint: Go with a Rosie Certified Solar Company

1. Harmon Solar
2. The Solar Store in Tucson

Join Rosie On The House Every Saturday Morning 8 to 11!!!