Rosie on the House

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to treat and maintain your wood deck and balcony

Wood balconies and decks take a beating in the desert sun and wet winters. A good cleaning might be all it needs to perk up.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to take care of those hard-working kitchen appliances

It's time to take care of those hard-working kitchen appliances! Here are tips for cleaning them and completing some do-it-yourself repairs.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to practice the steps for safe internet use

While browing the internet can feel like a safe and private activity, it carries many risks. Here are some tips for looking out for your safety online.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to maintain your garage door

Your garage door is not only the largest moving part in your home, but it’s probably the largest architectural feature on the front of your home as well.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to create an effective study area

With a growing number of adults enrolled in classes, chances are your home may benefit from having a place to spread out your books and study.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to repair and patch damaged drywall

Small drywall damage from door knobs, rough housing, minor water damage from artwork and other things is a relatively easy DIY task.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here are drainage and landscape tips to protect your home’s foundation

There are steps Arizona homeowners can take to help divert problem-causing moisture away from their home’s foundation.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s why you should take a look at your landscape, grading and drainage

The way rainwater drains off your house and landscape -- especially during a torrential monsoon storm -- can be very destructive.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here is a list of home repairs that can be completed in 15 minutes

We’ve put together a list of possible repairs around the house that could be done in 15 minutes – or maybe a few moments more than that.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to protect children around swimming pools

So far this year, one teenager and three small children have died in water-related accidents in the Phoenix area. Here's how to protect kids around pools.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here are 10 tips for using fireworks in Arizona this Fourth of July

Fireworks that are legal can still cause injuries or fires, so it’s important to be cautious in using them, according to fire officials.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to deal with foundation heave caused by wet, expanding soil

Foundation heave is the uplift of the foundation caused by wet, expanding soil beneath a slab floor. It occurs when it is dry outside your foundation and wet underneath it.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

What’s the best way to clean and seal grout?

The lines of grout between the tiles in your shower, on bathroom walls or in between floor tiles can get grungy at times. So how can you clean up the mess?

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

How do I get the lint out of my clothes dryer?

Removing the lint from a dryer will allow the clothes to dry more quickly, thus saving money, and prevent possible fires.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

There’s a snake in my yard! What should I do?

You want to keep snakes out of your yard as much as possible so you don’t run into them, but here's what to do in case one slips through.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Prepare your family for emergencies at your house, especially storms, fires

Storms, fires, and power blackouts are just a few of the emergencies that can take place in our homes or neighborhoods throughout Arizona. Here's how to prepare in advance.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Is it time to repaint your house? Here are 8 warning signs

When you’re living in a desert climate, your home’s exterior may need repainting more often than you think it should.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Want to keep your garage door working safely? Here’s how

One of the hardest working devices in your home is your garage door. Here is how you can make sure it is working safely.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Interested in inspecting your roof yourself? Here’s what to look for

Going up on your roof might not be something you’re interested in trying. But if you do want to inspect it yourself, here's what you should look for.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Planning to pressure wash concrete driveways, sidewalks? Here’s how

Spring is a great time to pressure wash concrete driveways and sidewalks. Here is how you can do it properly and avoid damage.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

6 things you need to know about gutters and caring for them

Many homes in Arizona are built without gutters, but those who have them need to get regular maintenance so that they do their job well.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Add your refrigerator to list of items to tackle in spring cleaning

Maybe it’s time to add your refrigerator to the list of household tasks you do in a once-a-year spring cleaning. Here's how to tackle that to-do item.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to get your pool ready for summer

Summer is right around the corner, which means pool parties. If your pool has been out of commission for some time, here's how to get it ready.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to seal cracks and gaps around your home

Spring is here and nasty bugs are looking for cracks and openings in your house so they can invade. Here is how you can seal the cracks and gaps around your home.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Four jobs to do to get the best out of your air conditioning system

Here are four jobs to do to get the best out of your air conditioning system, according to Marla Islas, general manager at Temperature Control in Tucson.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Is your HVAC system showing its age? Here’s how to address it

What decade was your home built? Depending on your answer, your house's problems could interfere with the efficiency of your heating, ventilation and air conditioning system.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

If you ‘treat’ your drinking water, make sure to keep changing filters

Arizona is known for its really “hard” water. If you remove those minerals with a water softener, make sure to keep changing those filters.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here’s how to prep your patio for spring

Now that we’ve had our winter storms, and temperatures seem ready to rise, you’re going to feel a lot more like spiffing up the patio for spring.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here are the benefits of having a water treatment system

When water quality is subpar, the effects reverberate throughout the home. Here are the benefits of having a whole house water treatment system.

5 years ago

Rosie Romero, Host and Owner of RosieontheHouse.com

Here are 5 things to remember about water heaters

One of the most frequent plumbing problems in Arizona homes is a water heater that leaks and needs replacing. Here is how you can care for them.