Love the lack of kindness that people show giving a horrible look for their state. Treat people how you would like to be treated. I'm sure your parents taught you that. No amount of politics or selfishness should cause you to drop your common decency, right?
Lived in AZ, both in Phoenix and in Prescott…never ran into a snake, never had a scorpion in my house and no termites. It’s hot…that’s what you need to know.
Same here. Iv seen an a few coyotes in suburban areas. But I think as far as bugs and snakes. They like to hide in rocks where it's cool. So in the open desert yes, their are some snakes. Only newer homes in the mountains have had scorpions and such. When their natural habitat is messed with. Iv lived here since 1980.
When I first moved to Arizona, I knew I had arrived when I had an appointment & found an oven mit tied to the door handle. 20 years later and I'm still here!
I was born, raised, and lived in San Diego for 60+ years. At one time, I worked for a insurance company in the Phoenix area... drove & flew back and forth to San Diego every week. Loved it here so moved here permanently 6 years ago... love our Tempe home!
There's NEVER a bad component to wildlife. Just remember, YOU'VE moved into THEIR backyard, not the other way around. Also, the Arizona blond tarantula (aponophelma chalcodes) is one of the sweetest natured tarantulas on the planet.
@@registereduser6542 Well, if you're living in fear of creatures who, by mass, are hundreds of times smaller than you, I would posit that your asserted "dominance" is somewhat overstated, possibly even non-existent...
Ah! I'll just stay in Pittsburgh. It's just two months that are tough January and February. In fact you really appreciate the the spring and summer after winter is over. I could never sleep knowing a Scorpion might be in the room. I love to be outside more than anything and the thought of encountering a rattlesnake or giant spiders would do me in. You folks who stick it out there must have nerves of steel. Good luck and be safe.
You forgot to mention try not to have a house facing East or West if your in mid to south AZ. The heat and sun will bake your front and back of house. High electric bills during the summer.
Also if you spend time in your backyard, gardening, swimming, barbecue, make sure your house front faces West, so the hottest part of the day is in the front of your house, and shade in backyard
Most of the rooms in my home face west but the afternoons are lovely bc we witness the sunsets fr all the rooms. Most homes have enough land to plant non-maintenance trees like Palo Verdes and Mesquites among other fruit-bearing trees, so that will help a great deal and shade your house fr the heat. Install double-paned gas windows or rolling screens to protect you fr the summer heat and your electric bills will not be as high. Solar panels are also a great investment if you plan to live in your house for a long time.
I was watching a PGA golf tournament played in San Diego and they showed rattle snakes just in the rough areas where people stand. I can't imagine living somewhere where you constantly have to be looking over your shoulder for these things.
I grew up and live in So Cal and currently live in the Mojave Desert. So when some people from the East coast I knew wanted to move out here I told them basements are not common, and that unlike the East Coast, most houses are a bit smaller as most people spend most of their time outdoors.
Very helpful.I lived in Arizona 40 yrs ago and want to move back this year.My 4 and half years living there, NEVER encountered a scorpion or rattlesnake.MNevet knew about termites,lived on military base.Niw I do.Still want to return.Thanks
Hi Frank, so glad this video helped! Let us know if you need help on your move. We would be happy to set you up on a home search if you'd like. Thanks for watching!
My wife and I moved from Oregon (I'm originally from SoCal, wife Oregon native) to Casa Grande almost 4 years ago. Between 2006 - 2010 I had come to Phoenix a few times for work and much had changed since my visits in the 70's, but I like it. Anyway, in 2018 I made an "exploratory" visit, checking out the Phoenix Metro area, but mostly wanted to check out Casa Grande. Then in early 2019 both of us made the trip to Casa Grande. By mid 2019, we bought a house, (with the help of an outstanding Realtor) secured my wife's transfer and here we are. We both were aware of scorpions, snakes and the like, but doing my due diligence I learned how to keep the out home scorpion free, bought a UV Flashlight to check for the little critters. I've only seen one stray scorpion in my garage. We got lucky we live in a development that has a pretty small scorpion population as opposed to other parts of the city with infestations. I've yet to see a snake where we are, my only encounter with a Rattlesnake was years ago in San Diego. As far as other wildlife, we have Cottontails, Jack Rabbits, Coyote's, Burrowing Owls, Hawks, Vultures. This year we have a couple of Cottontails who have decided to make our backyard home.
I moved to AZ last year. Really loving it here, but I will say the heat really intense. AND the tap water is terrible which I was not used to!! You'd think I'ma desert they'd at least make the water usable 🤣
Also wanted to add that a lot of AZ is free range. Please check before purchasing home if this is going to be a deal breaker for you. If Livestock destroy your property, eat your plants and damage landscaping if you do not have an adequate fence or barrier it will be on you. Also if you have small pets keep an eye on them when outside. Coyotes are bold and will actually scale fences to get at small pets and animals.
Maybe it's so obvious it's not mentioned, but there is intense heat here 1/2 or more of the year. Not the same as Las Vegas although temperatures are similar. Literally like being in an oven.
Hey John, we totally agree! Just made a video on what it's like living in Phoenix and the next one we make will be on Flagstaff. Thanks so much for watching (:
They have the same things in Nevada and California. I lived in Needles California for 7 yrs, and hated every minute of it. They have huge Rattle Snakes, Scorpions, and Tarantulas, plus temperatures into 120 degrees. I could not wait to get out of that horrible place, and when I left I never looked back.
I house sat one summer at a house out in the desert and saw all of the "bad" things plus a gila monster! Yes it was scary. Also saw some good things like jack rabbits, roadrunners (meep meep), deer and quail. Don't let your guard down and keep one eye open while sunbathing!
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I live in eastern California on Nevada border. We have scorpions and tarantulas. I have witnessed the tarantula migration. People from L.A. are not human. Nature scares them.
The shell of homes should be concrete blocks, adobe, brick outside walls, concrete slab floors, steel studs interior walls. How my Tuson home was built. Swamp cooler on roof.
The reason it's a dry heat and it can kill you just as well as heat and humidity. The skeletons are no joke. You have to stay hydrated. They have a heat ruling that at 84 degrees you have to turn on the air conditioning. They have cooling stations for those who have no air. The gas stations give out free ice and water from the fountain machines. We even put water out for the delivery people. Put bowls of water out for stray animals. At 100 degrees the car is 180 degrees inside the car and car surface. Nothing like burning yourself with 3 degree burns from leaning into the car truck. Always carried hot pads or hand towels to touch the door handles. Steering wheel covers needed. Window shades for the car. And seat covers. Keeping water in the car needs a cooler.
Had my house sealed against scorpions - (when buying the home in 1998, the sellers/owners denied any problems with insects or crawling critters, but I soon learned the home was in a "scorpion nest" and I'm sure they were desperate to get out!) Sealing the house did NOT stop the scorpions from getting in, even after the first six months passed when scorpions that were in the walls at the time of sealing should have died, according to pest company. It's a law now that the sales contract must reflect the presence of these or other critter issues in the home! I ended up selling.
Wow that's so crazy! So sorry to hear that happened to you. That must have been one SERIOUS infestation. Thank you for watching and dropping some knowledge in the comment section (:
@@JenMarieHomeTeam Yes, they were everywhere in my home and homes next to me on either side, but NOT across the culdesac! My back yard bordered a field and the problem got super bad when a new subdivision was built behind us. All that digging woke up the masses of them that weren't already in my home. They can make themselves squeeze through an opening as thin as a credit card. Days before my move, I was stung on my neck in bed, pretty freaky.
Wow that's so nice of u sharing your story,my husband and i just went to prescott arizona yesterday and we're looking a house to buy.i doubt why alot of houses for sale 🤔 mostly they say the same thing u comment here .thanks now i knownnot even to look a houses in arizona .
The main reason we don't have basements isn't because of the hard dirt; look at all our swimming pools. The reason is because it's not necessary here. Most places have them because they need to get the foundation below the frost line. Perhaps they go a few more feet deep to make it a usable space but they are there of necessity. They could make it the main floor but I guess people like windows... =] Helps contribute to lower home prices here! Phoenix facts: -9/10 snakes you encounter are friendly. -Desert bark scorpion stings aren't that bad. -Yeah she ain't lying. Termite companies here are like lawn services elsewhere. -50 degrees will be your new freezing. -It's just starting to get hot around 108; 115 is rough. -Monsoon season is fun; and don't be dumb you will flood your engine if you try to pass. -Oh yeah: that person in line in front of you at the gas station with a gun on their hip, probably isn't going to rob the place. -We don't have DMV's for car licensing, we have MVD's -Highway numbers are not enough: you must say "the" prior. Ex: Take the 101 to the 17 south. You will sound dumb not saying it. [Trust me] -For some strange reason that several AC techs over the years could never fully explain is: we like to put AC's on our roofs. Best answer I got was it's easier to service there then being blocked partially by a house. -No one drinks the tap water and therefore you see water machines (RO) everywhere. Most gas stations, grocery stores (always out front) some small self serve kiosk in the middle or partially run down parking lots, and even store fronts (that serve water) in strip malls. -In-and-out isn't anything special; and their fries suck. Try whataburger instead. -If moving from California spare yourself the trouble and DO NOT tell anyone where you came from. They are vicious here to your people.
@@SK-me9by Don't lump all of us Californians into one group. I live in the Eastern Part in the Mojave Desert. I can tell you we are Trump, gun owning people.
20 years ago to northern AZ: you don't know "hot and miserable" until you're stuck on the 405 in the SFV, July, choking on exhaust as a high-speed police pursuit rips by you on the shoulder, and the guy next to you is giving you the finger for seemingly no apparent reason. Scorpions? Depends on the house and its position against mountains or otherwise. (O, and we have a basement.)
Born and raised here in Arizona. I was a Grand Canyon guide for 11 years. There is a spider that only lives in the Grand Canyon. It's body is the size of a small grape and the legs are 12 to 18 inches long. It's very scary looking but don't worry it won't attack you. Arizona is very dry very Hot for 5 months.
1. There's a beach, but it's across the border in Puerto Peñasco. 2. Arizona isn't just Phoenix, but if you want a job too, then it's just Phoenix. 3. If you want acreage, your water rights will cost more than your acres.
Ahh Puerto Penasco. I used to go there before the resorts were there.as a kid in HS. I remember when sweetwater was the edge of town. We had 2 trailers in front of the breaker rocks in Puerto Penasco. I loved that town. The fish market
I saw a spa in the video. We had one until the desert rats gnawed a hole in the plastic tubing. The repairman said they get a call once a week by people with the same problem. That is something to think about if you are planning on getting an outdoor spa.
@@JenMarieHomeTeam No problem. We liked the spa and had it for a number of years. It is nice to soak in the spa and dry off in the hot desert sun. Then one year, we were gone for some months and I had drained it. When I got back and tried to fill it up, the water started leaking into the yard. I didn't know rats would be a problem when I bought the spa.
You mentioned snakes. I never saw a rattlesnake in 8.5 years in Ahwatukee. In 3.5 years in the Sierra Nevada foothills of CA, I killed two in my garage, almost touched one while gardening, heard one under my propane tank, and my dog was bitten twice. There are a lot of worse places for snakes than Phoenix. And scorpions aren't deadly. Stings can be painful, but you'll live and fully recover in short order. Coyotes almost always leave you alone (but don't keep your cat outside at night). Javalina can be scary, but that's in part because they don't see very well, so if they're running towards you, don't be sure they even know you're there. No, the scariest thing in Phoenix might be the Teddy Bear Cholla. OMG, pain like you've never experienced. Not when the spines enter your skin. When you pull them out.
I was raised in AZ and my family are happily leaving this over-priced and over-run state at the end of the month for a way better home for 1/3 of the cost on more land that's actually fertile. The only thing you need to understand about AZ, is the heat. It's the most dangerous part of this state and you better make sure your AC is up to date and works on a regular basis before summer hits. That, and the damn dirt wind.
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I hope someday to move to Arizona. From California, live in Illinois. Would deal with any of these things rather than the bitter cold and ice and humidity. Thanks for the video. Also, thank you for keeping it short! Some people would take 30 minutes to tell us these things
Hi Kris, we definitely prefer the weather here to the blistering cold in the midwest! If you wanted to start looking at homes in Arizona or had any other questions about the area, you can fill out this form and we will get in touch with you. form.jotform.com/220245299362154 Thank you so much for watching! (:
Arizona is in a water crisis. I recommend avoiding it until there is an established solution. Cities are turning off water for people here it is so bad. Look at lake Mead.
I live in Prescott Valley and the only thing that applies to this list is the javelinas. This video needs to be more location-specific. Northern and Central Arizona are much more different than Southern Arizona, the Phoenix and Tucson areas.
Hubby and I also moved from SoCal to a 30-YO neighborhood between North and Central Scottsdale. That was 7 yrs ago and ever since then, I have been womanhandling my whole backyard and organic garden with my bare hands. I have had bobcats in the backyard at times, and a lot of wonderful birds but no scorpions or snakes at all. I guess bc this is an older, established neighborhood and they say that you either have the scorpions or you don't bc they are territorial. A few miles fr us at the foot of the mountains where the new neighborhoods are report of those wildlife creatures, including snakes in their swimming pool. I see their postings on Nextdoor. Sometimes late at night, I would decide to get into the pool by myself and close my eyes while floating on the water. The thought of that snake being in the water with me is really creepy. Where else will you hear such stories? The simple walks I do in my neighborhood make me happy bc it's so clean and beautiful and there's a certain beauty in the desert. Scottsdale offers lots of walking trails and wildlife parks that are so stunning, we are happy to be here.
Subterranean termites are common through much of the southern half of the US. Couple different species, but basically the same. They're easy to control and really generally don't do a lot of damage. Often the problem is more of a water issue. Yup, people love to move out into the desert because of the beauty. Then they proceed to start poisoning everything. It is pretty funny to see a house with a basement here...built by someone from Chicago. Unique architecture is called White Bread Tourist Beige. Yeah, all the rage.
@@Tania-rg7jp The people in Maricops County, for the most part, think of their county as not only the heart and soul of Arizona, but the only thing in Arizona. They think their peculiar problems are really the problems of Arizona, and whatever solution they think up should be applied to the whole state. If we could wall in the county, they might start thinking inside those boundaries and leave the rest of us alone.
The fact is. In Maricopa County they have a " us vs them" mentality. They expect to get the biggest piece of the pie, and the rest of the state should just be satisficed with the leftovers. I been in AZ, since 1975 and that has come thru loud and clear over the years, they can deny it all they want, that`s how this state is run
New Yorker here 🙋🏽♀️ very interested in relocation my family of 4 to Arizona. The San Tan Valley area. Have had termites before, used to degrees reaching 100+ on occasion with 90% humidity..it hits different. That humidity wraps it’s smoggy hands around your neck and you can not breathe. It’s torturous in the concrete jungle. Would love any tips or suggestions, etc.
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Don't leave your garage door open all day unless you like scorpions and snakes in there. If you buy the nifty house on the rocky hillside you are going to have to deal with those critters. I've been a snowbird for eight years. Arizona grows on you and I can't imagine not getting my Arizona hit every winter. Oh yeah, don't walk around after dark without a light or you might step on something that will bite you!😎
Hahaha for real! A scorpion bite isn't actually that bad unless you are a small child or elderly person. Feels kind of like a bee sting but you can be allergic to it and that's a whole other ball of wax. Thanks for watching all the way from Massachusetts!
If you talk to a knowledgeable pest control specialist, they will be able to tell you more but basically just making sure there are no entry points from outside to the inside. This may include weather stripping your doors, repairing any flaws in the exterior facade of your home, etc.
I bet the one thing you didn't tell anyone is that we're quickly running out of water and the area will be unlivable because of the politically motivated over population.
I love the fact that Californians find Arizona unappealing.
Thank god,
I don’t go the fuck back
Welcome to Arizona, now leave and go back to your toilet California. Your crowding Arizona
Love the lack of kindness that people show giving a horrible look for their state. Treat people how you would like to be treated. I'm sure your parents taught you that. No amount of politics or selfishness should cause you to drop your common decency, right?
Dont California up my arizona
The smell of creosote bushes after a monsoon storm ⛈🌵 is a favorite of mine
Jayne, it's one of my favorite things about living here too!
Lived in AZ, both in Phoenix and in Prescott…never ran into a snake, never had a scorpion in my house and no termites. It’s hot…that’s what you need to know.
@YAEL DIAZ dry
Yep....in Prescott , haven't seen those either.
@YAEL DIAZ after the monsoons it can get a little humid....nothing like the east coast.
where its worse florida or arizona?
Same here. Iv seen an a few coyotes in suburban areas. But I think as far as bugs and snakes. They like to hide in rocks where it's cool. So in the open desert yes, their are some snakes. Only newer homes in the mountains have had scorpions and such. When their natural habitat is messed with. Iv lived here since 1980.
When I first moved to Arizona, I knew I had arrived when I had an appointment & found an oven mit tied to the door handle.
20 years later and I'm still here!
Thanks for the great video! I like how you're very straightforward about the downsides too. I think it helps clients avoid buyers remorse!
I was born, raised, and lived in San Diego for 60+ years. At one time, I worked for a insurance company in the Phoenix area... drove & flew back and forth to San Diego every week. Loved it here so moved here permanently 6 years ago... love our Tempe home!
There's NEVER a bad component to wildlife. Just remember, YOU'VE moved into THEIR backyard, not the other way around. Also, the Arizona blond tarantula (aponophelma chalcodes) is one of the sweetest natured tarantulas on the planet.
Agree. Javelina, skunks, desert toads, coyote, rattle snakes are all beautiful. Learn to live with them.
Correct!
Constitution doesn’t apply
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yeah but I am the dominant animal and I don't want dangerous pests stinging me or making my life difficult.
@@registereduser6542 Well, if you're living in fear of creatures who, by mass, are hundreds of times smaller than you, I would posit that your asserted "dominance" is somewhat overstated, possibly even non-existent...
Ah! I'll just stay in Pittsburgh. It's just two months that are tough January and February. In fact you really appreciate the the spring and summer after winter is over. I could never sleep knowing a Scorpion might be in the room. I love to be outside more than anything and the thought of encountering a rattlesnake or giant spiders would do me in. You folks who stick it out there must have nerves of steel. Good luck and be safe.
I'm with you on that!! I have relatives in Pittsburgh and Greensburg PA
True thank you for taking time to do this video
Thanks for watching, Issa! (:
Well,if you don't like it here, why don't you just head west.
Wow! I had no idea about the termites that’s really valuable information. TFS!
Yes, I’m a Scorpion and we got along just fine when I were in AZ.
Only the strong and brave stand the Arizona heat..It's takes guts,courage to live there.
You forgot to mention try not to have a house facing East or West if your in mid to south AZ. The heat and sun will bake your front and back of house. High electric bills during the summer.
Also if you spend time in your backyard, gardening, swimming, barbecue, make sure your house front faces West, so the hottest part of the day is in the front of your house, and shade in backyard
Most of the rooms in my home face west but the afternoons are lovely bc we witness the sunsets fr all the rooms. Most homes have enough land to plant non-maintenance trees like Palo Verdes and Mesquites among other fruit-bearing trees, so that will help a great deal and shade your house fr the heat. Install double-paned gas windows or rolling screens to protect you fr the summer heat and your electric bills will not be as high. Solar panels are also a great investment if you plan to live in your house for a long time.
Thank you for sharing.
Things to know about living in a desert
1. You are in a desert 😁
Correct and desert critters were here first.
NOT TRUE! CHECK OUT THE MOUNTAINS/ALPINE AREAS...
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Best comment ever 💋👑🤣🤣🤣
Phoenix and surrounding city’s don’t look like a desert. You need to go south buck eye or way up north Peoria to see the bare desert
These were some of the best tips to consider before moving to Arizona. Thank you.
Great info!
There are some bad sides of town, in Phoenix!
Great communication when speaking on topics
Thanks for watching (:
I was watching a PGA golf tournament played in San Diego and they showed rattle snakes just in the rough areas where people stand. I can't imagine living somewhere where you constantly have to be looking over your shoulder for these things.
I grew up and live in So Cal and currently live in the Mojave Desert. So when some people from the East coast I knew wanted to move out here I told them basements are not common, and that unlike the East Coast, most houses are a bit smaller as most people spend most of their time outdoors.
That's very helpful. Thanks
The spider part was enough
Thx for the infirmation
I’ve lived in Arizona since 94and never had a problem
Very helpful
As a desert Californian who’s had to live through 120+ degree humid summers, Arizona summers are a breeze. Love that dry heat
Love it! Thanks for watching (:
Lol, when you are hiding inside with the swamp cooler blasting !
Great video 😊
Great video!! Very thorough.
Thanks for watching (:
Very helpful.I lived in Arizona 40 yrs ago and want to move back this year.My 4 and half years living there, NEVER encountered a scorpion or rattlesnake.MNevet knew about termites,lived on military base.Niw I do.Still want to return.Thanks
Hi Frank, so glad this video helped! Let us know if you need help on your move. We would be happy to set you up on a home search if you'd like. Thanks for watching!
I'm from sandiego and termites were way worse then Arizona, love the wild animals here .47 years here and still loving this state
Awesome to hear you're still loving it! Thanks for watching (:
My wife and I moved from Oregon (I'm originally from SoCal, wife Oregon native) to Casa Grande almost 4 years ago. Between 2006 - 2010 I had come to Phoenix a few times for work and much had changed since my visits in the 70's, but I like it. Anyway, in 2018 I made an "exploratory" visit, checking out the Phoenix Metro area, but mostly wanted to check out Casa Grande. Then in early 2019 both of us made the trip to Casa Grande. By mid 2019, we bought a house, (with the help of an outstanding Realtor) secured my wife's transfer and here we are.
We both were aware of scorpions, snakes and the like, but doing my due diligence I learned how to keep the out home scorpion free, bought a UV Flashlight to check for the little critters. I've only seen one stray scorpion in my garage. We got lucky we live in a development that has a pretty small scorpion population as opposed to other parts of the city with infestations. I've yet to see a snake where we are, my only encounter with a Rattlesnake was years ago in San Diego.
As far as other wildlife, we have Cottontails, Jack Rabbits, Coyote's, Burrowing Owls, Hawks, Vultures. This year we have a couple of Cottontails who have decided to make our backyard home.
Thank u! Good information!
Thanks for watching! (:
I moved to AZ last year. Really loving it here, but I will say the heat really intense. AND the tap water is terrible which I was not used to!! You'd think I'ma desert they'd at least make the water usable 🤣
Also wanted to add that a lot of AZ is free range. Please check before purchasing home if this is going to be a deal breaker for you. If Livestock destroy your property, eat your plants and damage landscaping if you do not have an adequate fence or barrier it will be on you. Also if you have small pets keep an eye on them when outside. Coyotes are bold and will actually scale fences to get at small pets and animals.
I live in a small town in central California bought my 🏠 11 years ago paid it off everything grow here got a lots of fruit 🎄
Was helpful. Thanks.
So glad to hear. Thanks for watching!
I'll just stay here in Virginia!! We have change in seasons. Our Summers can get hot!! We get snow too.
Excellent video!
Thanks for watching Armando! (:
In the more rural areas. Wildlife is a given
Think of it as they were here first
They are not your enemy and are only looking for their food
Thanks for this short informative video..
Thanks for watching, Doug! (:
That’s crazy..termites … and thanks for the heads up about NAOS..who would have thunk!
Thanks for watching Maryj! (:
Maybe it's so obvious it's not mentioned, but there is intense heat here 1/2 or more of the year. Not the same as Las Vegas although temperatures are similar. Literally like being in an oven.
Things I wish I knew before moving to Arizona. Need to be more specific. There's a huge difference between Phoenix & Flagstaff..
How so?
Hey John, we totally agree! Just made a video on what it's like living in Phoenix and the next one we make will be on Flagstaff. Thanks so much for watching (:
They have the same things in Nevada and California.
I lived in Needles California for 7 yrs, and hated every minute of it. They have huge Rattle Snakes, Scorpions, and Tarantulas, plus temperatures into 120 degrees. I could not wait to get out of that horrible place, and when I left I never looked back.
Actually, Blythe is a lot worst than Needles.
I house sat one summer at a house out in the desert and saw all of the "bad" things plus a gila monster! Yes it was scary. Also saw some good things like jack rabbits, roadrunners (meep meep), deer and quail. Don't let your guard down and keep one eye open while sunbathing!
Great video. We're looking to move to Arizona. This helps.
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AVONDALE PLEASE !!! PHOENIX IS FILTHY AND SCARY AF DRUG ADDICTS & PROSTITUTES EVERYWHERE AND IT'S FILTHY AF
Bugs in the Midwest during summer are atrocious.
Is it just me, but she seems like someone from CA.
Thank you for the info lady I live in Louisiana and I am thinking of moving to Phoenix Arizona
He Stacy I just relocated from Louisiana. It definitely takes some getting use to
I live in eastern California on Nevada border. We have scorpions and tarantulas. I have witnessed the tarantula migration. People from L.A. are not human. Nature scares them.
The shell of homes should be concrete blocks, adobe, brick outside walls, concrete slab floors, steel studs interior walls. How my Tuson home was built. Swamp cooler on roof.
The reason it's a dry heat and it can kill you just as well as heat and humidity. The skeletons are no joke. You have to stay hydrated. They have a heat ruling that at 84 degrees you have to turn on the air conditioning. They have cooling stations for those who have no air. The gas stations give out free ice and water from the fountain machines. We even put water out for the delivery people. Put bowls of water out for stray animals. At 100 degrees the car is 180 degrees inside the car and car surface. Nothing like burning yourself with 3 degree burns from leaning into the car truck. Always carried hot pads or hand towels to touch the door handles. Steering wheel covers needed. Window shades for the car. And seat covers. Keeping water in the car needs a cooler.
Had my house sealed against scorpions - (when buying the home in 1998, the sellers/owners denied any problems with insects or crawling critters, but I soon learned the home was in a "scorpion nest" and I'm sure they were desperate to get out!) Sealing the house did NOT stop the scorpions from getting in, even after the first six months passed when scorpions that were in the walls at the time of sealing should have died, according to pest company. It's a law now that the sales contract must reflect the presence of these or other critter issues in the home! I ended up selling.
Wow that's so crazy! So sorry to hear that happened to you. That must have been one SERIOUS infestation. Thank you for watching and dropping some knowledge in the comment section (:
@@JenMarieHomeTeam YES! Thank You So Very Very Much!!
😱 yes, I am thoroughly horrified thank you 😱
@@JenMarieHomeTeam Yes, they were everywhere in my home and homes next to me on either side, but NOT across the culdesac! My back yard bordered a field and the problem got super bad when a new subdivision was built behind us. All that digging woke up the masses of them that weren't already in my home. They can make themselves squeeze through an opening as thin as a credit card. Days before my move, I was stung on my neck in bed, pretty freaky.
Wow that's so nice of u sharing your story,my husband and i just went to prescott arizona yesterday and we're looking a house to buy.i doubt why alot of houses for sale 🤔 mostly they say the same thing u comment here .thanks now i knownnot even to look a houses in arizona .
Watched the whole video waiting for some valuable information never did get it!
The main reason we don't have basements isn't because of the hard dirt; look at all our swimming pools. The reason is because it's not necessary here. Most places have them because they need to get the foundation below the frost line. Perhaps they go a few more feet deep to make it a usable space but they are there of necessity. They could make it the main floor but I guess people like windows... =] Helps contribute to lower home prices here!
Phoenix facts:
-9/10 snakes you encounter are friendly.
-Desert bark scorpion stings aren't that bad.
-Yeah she ain't lying. Termite companies here are like lawn services elsewhere.
-50 degrees will be your new freezing.
-It's just starting to get hot around 108; 115 is rough.
-Monsoon season is fun; and don't be dumb you will flood your engine if you try to pass.
-Oh yeah: that person in line in front of you at the gas station with a gun on their hip, probably isn't going to rob the place.
-We don't have DMV's for car licensing, we have MVD's
-Highway numbers are not enough: you must say "the" prior. Ex: Take the 101 to the 17 south. You will sound dumb not saying it. [Trust me]
-For some strange reason that several AC techs over the years could never fully explain is: we like to put AC's on our roofs. Best answer I got was it's easier to service there then being blocked partially by a house.
-No one drinks the tap water and therefore you see water machines (RO) everywhere. Most gas stations, grocery stores (always out front) some small self serve kiosk in the middle or partially run down parking lots, and even store fronts (that serve water) in strip malls.
-In-and-out isn't anything special; and their fries suck. Try whataburger instead.
-If moving from California spare yourself the trouble and DO NOT tell anyone where you came from. They are vicious here to your people.
You are hilarious and witty! There was truth in every word you said!
Arizona doesn't need nor want Californians those freedom hating anti gunners and democratic nut jobs.
We want to move to AZ. Hopefully you’ll be our neighbor!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@SK-me9by Don't lump all of us Californians into one group. I live in the Eastern Part in the Mojave Desert. I can tell you we are Trump, gun owning people.
@@coleparker My apologizes, I tend to forget when posting people can't read minds and know just exactly what I'm attempting to say (that's my fault).
20 years ago to northern AZ: you don't know "hot and miserable" until you're stuck on the 405 in the SFV, July, choking on exhaust as a high-speed police pursuit rips by you on the shoulder, and the guy next to you is giving you the finger for seemingly no apparent reason. Scorpions? Depends on the house and its position against mountains or otherwise. (O, and we have a basement.)
The Missouri /Arkansas Ozarks is the place to move to now . Granny was right .
Lived in AZ for 30 years. Had a scorpion or two but not the rest of it
Born and raised here in Arizona. I was a Grand Canyon guide for 11 years. There is a spider that only lives in the Grand Canyon. It's body is the size of a small grape and the legs are 12 to 18 inches long. It's very scary looking but don't worry it won't attack you. Arizona is very dry very Hot for 5 months.
Oooh that's so cool! Thanks for watching, Carter (:
OMG!!! Scorpions AND termites!!! I guess I better just stay here in Texas!!!
1. There's a beach, but it's across the border in Puerto Peñasco.
2. Arizona isn't just Phoenix, but if you want a job too, then it's just Phoenix.
3. If you want acreage, your water rights will cost more than your acres.
Ahh Puerto Penasco. I used to go there before the resorts were there.as a kid in HS. I remember when sweetwater was the edge of town. We had 2 trailers in front of the breaker rocks in Puerto Penasco. I loved that town. The fish market
Wow, Meg Ryan lives in Arizona? Cool.
😂😂
When she was married to Dennis Quaid she lived in Montana! Two very different locations.
I saw a spa in the video. We had one until the desert rats gnawed a hole in the plastic tubing. The repairman said they get a call once a week by people with the same problem. That is something to think about if you are planning on getting an outdoor spa.
Hi Jay, this is such a good point! Roof rats are very common especially when there is citrus near by. Thanks for watching (:
@@JenMarieHomeTeam No problem. We liked the spa and had it for a number of years. It is nice to soak in the spa and dry off in the hot desert sun. Then one year, we were gone for some months and I had drained it. When I got back and tried to fill it up, the water started leaking into the yard. I didn't know rats would be a problem when I bought the spa.
Cool
Lived there, left there. I am a Cali girl and PROUD of it!!!
I love Cali , too. The property taxes UGH
Michael Taylor, I am glad I am not in AZ too.😁
And a Democrat too.
Crazy hot. Summers are 100 degrees plus. No one is outside before sunset. The streets are deserted.
You mentioned snakes. I never saw a rattlesnake in 8.5 years in Ahwatukee. In 3.5 years in the Sierra Nevada foothills of CA, I killed two in my garage, almost touched one while gardening, heard one under my propane tank, and my dog was bitten twice. There are a lot of worse places for snakes than Phoenix. And scorpions aren't deadly. Stings can be painful, but you'll live and fully recover in short order. Coyotes almost always leave you alone (but don't keep your cat outside at night). Javalina can be scary, but that's in part because they don't see very well, so if they're running towards you, don't be sure they even know you're there. No, the scariest thing in Phoenix might be the Teddy Bear Cholla. OMG, pain like you've never experienced. Not when the spines enter your skin. When you pull them out.
I was raised in AZ and my family are happily leaving this over-priced and over-run state at the end of the month for a way better home for 1/3 of the cost on more land that's actually fertile.
The only thing you need to understand about AZ, is the heat. It's the most dangerous part of this state and you better make sure your AC is up to date and works on a regular basis before summer hits. That, and the damn dirt wind.
Where are you moving to?
Very hot in the Summertime! It is located in desert zone!
YAYYYY !!!! I see your Dave Ramsey TMM book !!!!! That's Awesome !!! Thank You for your video !!! I'm mainly interested in some secluded, off-grid-ish land, that I could do whatever I want with it. I've been hearing that Cochise County in AZ would be the best spot... but, it seems like most of the popular "off-grid" TH-camrs are attracting 100's of people to do the same thing... thus, not being so secluded anymore.... any ideas ??? Thank You !!!! Oscar
Not here in AZ.
Look at the precipitation maps for AZ. Off grid includes collecting your own precipitation. That narrows your search considerably!
Remember: 10 inches of snow equates to 1 in of rain. Put those numbers together to get your max water collection
So far, I'm thinking that New Mexico is better choice. Cheaper, too.
Been here 5 years, not one scorp anywhere in my neighborhood
What town do you live in
I hope someday to move to Arizona. From California, live in Illinois. Would deal with any of these things rather than the bitter cold and ice and humidity. Thanks for the video. Also, thank you for keeping it short! Some people would take 30 minutes to tell us these things
Hi Kris, we definitely prefer the weather here to the blistering cold in the midwest! If you wanted to start looking at homes in Arizona or had any other questions about the area, you can fill out this form and we will get in touch with you. form.jotform.com/220245299362154
Thank you so much for watching! (:
Go to Avondale Phoenix is a complete HELL HOLE just got back yesterday 4/7/22 🤢🤢🤢🤮 YUCK
Arizona is in a water crisis. I recommend avoiding it until there is an established solution. Cities are turning off water for people here it is so bad. Look at lake Mead.
I live in Prescott Valley and the only thing that applies to this list is the javelinas. This video needs to be more location-specific. Northern and Central Arizona are much more different than Southern Arizona, the Phoenix and Tucson areas.
I love you Arizona ⚘
I don't like spiders or snakes and that ain't what it takes to love me like I want to be loved by you !
Planning to stay at Mesa for school has anyone seen any bugs there. I mainly fear spiders and scorpions
Arizona is my dream state I live in Munhall Pennsylvania
Bloody noses and headaches from the dryness and yes, scorpions 🦂
Live in a highrise... got it
Hubby and I also moved from SoCal to a 30-YO neighborhood between North and Central Scottsdale. That was 7 yrs ago and ever since then, I have been womanhandling my whole backyard and organic garden with my bare hands. I have had bobcats in the backyard at times, and a lot of wonderful birds but no scorpions or snakes at all. I guess bc this is an older, established neighborhood and they say that you either have the scorpions or you don't bc they are territorial.
A few miles fr us at the foot of the mountains where the new neighborhoods are report of those wildlife creatures, including snakes in their swimming pool. I see their postings on Nextdoor. Sometimes late at night, I would decide to get into the pool by myself and close my eyes while floating on the water. The thought of that snake being in the water with me is really creepy. Where else will you hear such stories?
The simple walks I do in my neighborhood make me happy bc it's so clean and beautiful and there's a certain beauty in the desert. Scottsdale offers lots of walking trails and wildlife parks that are so stunning, we are happy to be here.
You are just talking about desert northern Arizona only has scorpions when it gets really hot but the northern area has more trees then desert.
That's true Art! We love Northern AZ too. Try to escape up there as often as possible!
Subterranean termites are common through much of the southern half of the US. Couple different species, but basically the same. They're easy to control and really generally don't do a lot of damage. Often the problem is more of a water issue.
Yup, people love to move out into the desert because of the beauty. Then they proceed to start poisoning everything.
It is pretty funny to see a house with a basement here...built by someone from Chicago.
Unique architecture is called White Bread Tourist Beige. Yeah, all the rage.
Scorpion stings are harmless. They are just like a bee sting. it sucks but you will survive.
What happens when you get stung?
@@Corinthians-kjv it’s just really painful is all. Stay away from the light colored ones though
Love Arizona!!
Thanks for awesome video I spent a year in Arizona , I loved it there. Nice to know things about Arizona the normal person would not think about.
Awesome, thanks for watching Jim! (:
You are not in Arizona, you are in Phoenix. I wish we could put a border wall around Maricopa County.
Correct!!! MC so very crooked and still trying to cover things up.
I totally agree.
@@Tania-rg7jp The people in Maricops County, for the most part, think of their county as not only the heart and soul of Arizona, but the only thing in Arizona. They think their peculiar problems are really the problems of Arizona, and whatever solution they think up should be applied to the whole state. If we could wall in the county, they might start thinking inside those boundaries and leave the rest of us alone.
looks like someone is still salty from the election.
The fact is. In Maricopa County they have a " us vs them" mentality. They expect to get the biggest piece of the pie, and the rest of the state should just be satisficed with the leftovers. I been in AZ, since 1975 and that has come thru loud and clear over the years, they can deny it all they want, that`s how this state is run
Eyy been living in az since day one. I caught so many rattlesnakes
It helps to have a house cat. They keep those bugs and insects away.
and bob cats in the Tucson area just love them cats also!
New Yorker here 🙋🏽♀️ very interested in relocation my family of 4 to Arizona. The San Tan Valley area. Have had termites before, used to degrees reaching 100+ on occasion with 90% humidity..it hits different. That humidity wraps it’s smoggy hands around your neck and you can not breathe. It’s torturous in the concrete jungle. Would love any tips or suggestions, etc.
Hi Samantha, how cool that you're interested in relocating here! That humidity is no joke. We always joke that it's a dry heat here but it really is and it makes a difference. We have some great properties for sale right now in San Tan Valley and would love to help you with more relocation tips. If you'd like to chat with us, you can fill out this form and we will reach out by phone, text or email, whatever you prefer (: form.jotform.com/220245299362154
Hope you like traffic, I recently left San Tan Valley, after 18 years! Couldn't take it anymore.
General question, does cooler basements attract those critters getting out of the sun and is that reason there arent many basements?
Don't leave your garage door open all day unless you like scorpions and snakes in there. If you buy the nifty house on the rocky hillside you are going to have to deal with those critters. I've been a snowbird for eight years. Arizona grows on you and I can't imagine not getting my Arizona hit every winter. Oh yeah, don't walk around after dark without a light or you might step on something that will bite you!😎
You did not mention that the air is full of Valley Fever spores in southern AZ..
Its known about these pests and animals, nothing new
Born and raised in Arizona and I’ve only seen a couple of scorpions.
Oh, P.S. it gets hot here. Breaking news.
Do you cover the Cottonwood area too regarding home buying?
Hey Lulu, yes we absolutely do. (:
Would you like for us to set up a call with you?
Scorpions?! Check please.
I’m from Massachusetts. Yes, we have Lyme disease from ticks but after that our wildlife is pretty benign lol
Hahaha for real! A scorpion bite isn't actually that bad unless you are a small child or elderly person. Feels kind of like a bee sting but you can be allergic to it and that's a whole other ball of wax. Thanks for watching all the way from Massachusetts!
@@JenMarieHomeTeam thank you for the response, I’ll be relocating to Sedona very soon and I’m already allergic to bees so I’ll keep an eye out!
@@jasonnowwhat5041 So excited for you! Sedona is absolutely gorgeous. Let us know if you need any help in your move (:
You have the same problems in Florida. lots of bugs all over and the brown recluse spider comes into your home to pay you a visit.
What do you mean by seal your house from critters scorpions etc
If you talk to a knowledgeable pest control specialist, they will be able to tell you more but basically just making sure there are no entry points from outside to the inside. This may include weather stripping your doors, repairing any flaws in the exterior facade of your home, etc.
I bet the one thing you didn't tell anyone is that we're quickly running out of water and the area will be unlivable because of the politically motivated over population.