Evelyn Auer
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Assistant Editor, Performance, BobVila.com
Evelyn Auer is the assistant editor for the Performance team at BobVila.com. She primarily covers reviews, how-tos, and home maintenance articles for the Performance team. Prior to joining BobVila.com, she contributed to publications in the home, art, and lifestyle spaces.
Expertise and Experience
In her early career, much of Evelyn’s work centered on her hometown of Indianapolis. For the magazine Life on Tinker Street, she covered local businesses and events in the historic neighborhood where she grew up. Some of her favorite work has featured the city’s notable historical sites such as the Madam Walker Theatre and the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site. In her work for PATTERN, she covered community events and interviewed local artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. Most recently, she has channeled her interests in sustainability and home improvement to cover everything from pest control to fireplace maintenance on BobVila.com.
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Q: I’ve been in my house for a couple of decades, and I think it’s time I did a large-scale remodel. But with such a big project, I have no idea who to call first to do the work. Who do y...
Q: A few minutes after I turned on my gas fireplace this evening, I noticed a faint gas smell. I am concerned about the possibility of a leak. Is it worrisome that my gas fireplace smells...
It might start with scuttling sounds coming from the attic or bite marks in cereal boxes, but if you have roof rats, they will likely make their presence known one way or another. But wha...
Q: I’ve recently noticed some cracks in the foundation of my home. I’m worried they’ll need expensive repairs, but I’m not sure if my homeowners policy covers the damage. Does homeowners ...
Highlights The typical range for mice extermination costs is $176 to $579, with a national average of $377. The most significant factors affecting the cost of exterminating mice are the...
Finding signs of termites in a home can understandably send homeowners spiraling. They may wonder how long they’ve had termites or how much damage has already been done. Indeed, homeowner...
A mouse infestation can be enough to make anyone skittish. Those pesky critters can carry a plethora of dangerous diseases and cause plenty of damage to the home, tearing up walls and wir...
Q: I’ve finally decided to add a skylight to my home. However, I’ve heard a few horror stories about leaking, so I want to make sure the installation is done right. I’m not sure whether t...
Q: I usually put off cleaning my gutters until late fall when I get my house ready for winter. But after a recent storm, I noticed rain overflowing from them and pooling around the house....
Highlights The typical range for chimney repair costs is $160 to $750, with a national average of $455. Cost factors for chimney repairs include repair type, chimney type, repair method...