Catherine Hiles

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Catherine Hiles is Senior Editor at BobVila.com. She has more than a decade of experience writing, editing, and publishing in a variety of industries, including home, automotive, finance, insurance, travel, entertainment, pet care, and parenting. Her work has been published on The Penny Hoarder, The News Wheel, City Mom Collective, and more. Connect with Catherine Hiles on LinkedIn.

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MARCH 21, 2023 | TUESDAY
The Best Solar Companies in Virginia of 2023

Solar panels can provide homeowners with clean, renewable energy to power their homes, but given the high cost of the project, customers will generally want to make sure they go with the ...

MARCH 17, 2023 | FRIDAY
The Best Solar Companies in Connecticut of 2023

Solar power offers numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, fewer carbon emissions, and even a potential increase in home value. While the initial cost of solar panel installati...

MARCH 3, 2023 | FRIDAY
How Much Does It Cost to Tile a Shower?

Highlights The typical cost range to tile a shower is $225 to $1,920, with a national average cost of $900. Some of the factors that affect the cost a homeowner will pay to tile their s...

MARCH 2, 2023 | THURSDAY
How Much Is Earthquake Insurance in California?

Highlights The typical annual cost of earthquake insurance in California is $3. 54 per thousand dollars of coverage. The exact cost will depend on the earthquake risk level in the polic...

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 | TUESDAY
How Much Does a Split Rail Fence Cost to Install?

Highlights On average, a split rail fence will cost between $1,050 and $6,480 to install. The main factors affecting the total cost include the fence length and height, the fence materi...

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 | TUESDAY
How Much Does TV Mount Installation Cost?

Highlights The typical cost range for TV mount installation is $158 to $360, with customers paying an average of $259 nationally. The main factors that affect the total cost include the...

JANUARY 31, 2023 | TUESDAY
5 Reasons Not to Own a House in Your Name

Homeownership is an aspiration for many people, but not all homeowners actually own a home in their name. There are two main ways someone can own a home without attaching their name, incl...

JANUARY 31, 2023 | TUESDAY
Quicken Loans vs. Rocket Mortgage: What You Need To Know

Shopping for a mortgage can be stressful, even if the borrower understands what a mortgage is and how one works. With so many lenders vying for their business, borrowers can easily feel o...

JANUARY 31, 2023 | TUESDAY
How Much Does Earthquake Insurance Cost?

Highlights The national average cost of earthquake insurance coverage is between $800 and $5,000 per year. The exact cost of coverage depends on numerous factors, including the policyho...

JANUARY 30, 2023 | MONDAY
A Step-By-Step Guide on What to Do After Inheriting a House

The death of a loved one can trigger many strong emotions—grief, anger, disbelief, or even guilt. Those emotions can be compounded if you also have to deal with your loved one’s estate, a...