Charlie Gaston represents Go Pavers, a family-owned and operated paving contractor in Valley Village, California. Gaston is a writer for the Experts Contributor Program.

Chelsea is an editor and writer with over a decade of experience helping readers improve their homes and make smart buying decisions.

Chris Knippa is the owner of Kinetico San Antonio , a water softener company in San Antonio. Knippa is a regular contributor to the Experts Contributor Program .

Chris has made every DIY mistake in the book, so has become well-versed in what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your next home project. Currently the Senior Staff Writer for Branded Content at Zoomer Media, his work can often be found on blogTO and Daily Hive, helping readers feel comfortable about homeownerships.

Christian Lazo is a highly skilled and passionate professional landscaper with five years of experience in the industry. With a deep-rooted love for nature and a keen eye for design, he has successfully created countless lush, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing landscapes that exceed homeowners’ expectations.

Christopher D. Hale is president and founder of Sun Blue Energy based in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. He is a contributor to the Experts Contributor Program .

Christopher Murray is a contributing writer who specializes in DIY improvements, real estate, personal finance, and sustainability. He loves helping readers learn to build their own creations and improve their homes. His work can also be found on sites like Bankrate, Finance Buzz, Time, and The New York Post where he blends finance with sustainable home improvement.

Chris is an accomplished writer with over 10 years of experience. He has written for clients in the furniture retail, mattress, and landscaping industries, to name a few, including The Brick and GoodMorning.com.