1 | Take Good Care of Your Water Heater

We have been guilty of calling water heaters, hot water heaters. We stand corrected! Tanks that heat your water are called ‘water heaters’, not ‘hot water heaters.’
Water Heaters
There are tank water heaters and tankless or flash water heaters. We will focus on tank water heaters and hope to impart some wisdom regarding their care.
Whether you have an electric-powered or gas-fired water heater, the maintenance steps are similar….
2 | Why & How To #RidTheCritters From Your Home

Spring is the season that awakens plants and pesky critters that winter keeps at bay. Arizona has many climatic zones where plants and critters arrive at different times, such as Flagstaff VS. Phoenix.
The amount of rainfall coupled with warmer temperatures can typically facilitate a larger-than-normal bloom. The Arizona State Climate Office says we received 0.18” of rain above the mean rainfall. So, a typical year is ahead of us. You have likely heard about the cicada explosion expected this year in the U.S. According to 12News, cicadas will not appear in Arizona. Lucky us!
3 | The Pros and Cons of Using A #DuctlessAC Unit

Here at Rosie on the House, we get tons of calls from Arizona residents wanting to know if a Ductless A/C unit, sometimes called a Mini Split, is right for them. As you might expect, the answer is maybe. It depends on what your specific needs are.
What Is A Ductless A/C Unit?
A typical Ductless A/C unit is installed with indoor and outdoor components in much the same way as your standard, whole house air conditioner. The inside portion of the system contains the coils that are filled with a refrigerant. A fan will pass warm room air over these coils, which absorb the heat, and the cooled air is blown into the room. The indoor unit is installed relatively close to the ceiling. The outdoor component is the condensing unit, which cools the refrigerant and releases heat that is absorbed from the room.
4 | Taking Good Care Of Your Appliances

We all have several appliances throughout our home. Most of the time, they work great. When they don’t work great, that’s another matter. Daniel Beyer with Beyer Appliance Service Inc., a Rosie on the House Certified Partner, shares with us the most common repairs and what you can do to help prevent repairs.
Refrigerator
Arguably, our refrigerators might be the most used appliance. From opening and closing the door a hundred times a day, to getting water or ice from a dispenser, this appliance gets a considerable amount of wear and tear.
5 | Secure Your Legacy: Why and How to #DocumentYourEstate
When a loved one passes on, moving through grief while managing their estate can be difficult. If they do not leave a will or a trust, it can make the grief process that much harder.

We have all heard stories of families feuding over estates. There is no need to leave surviving family members with an unorganized estate that could lead to fighting.
Phocus Insurance Services, a Rosie on the House Certified Partner, says an organized estate plan will ensure that your wishes are carried out and will save your family members a lot of time, stress, and grief in the future once you pass.
Estate planning does not need to be daunting.
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Homeowner Handbook | #Top5DIY
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We discuss the top 5 do-it-yourself topics of 2024. Including care for your water heater, care for your appliances like the garbage disposal, ductless air conditioning units, getting your affairs together by documenting your estate and more!
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