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Dan DiClerico

Home Improvement & Outdoor Director

Having written thousands of product reviews and how-to articles on all aspects of home ownership, from routine maintenance to major renovations, Dan (he/him) brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his role as the director of the Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute. A one-time roofer and a serial remodeler, Dan can often be found keeping house at his restored Brooklyn brownstone, where he lives with his wife and kids.


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5 Top-Tested Window Air Conditioners That Delivered the Fastest Cooling

Keep your cool with these powerful, easy-to-install units.

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What's the Best Temperature Setting for Your Air Conditioner? There's Actually a "Right” Answer

Sure, it's a personal preference, but if you and your partner have been arguing about it, tell them this.

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Window AC or Fan? Experts Weigh In on Both Cooling Options

The decision could be about more than cooling power.

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4 Best Window Fans, Tested During a Heat Wave

These compact coolers get the job done while saving you energy and floor space.

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Save $1,200 on the Easiest Robot Lawn Mower During Amazon’s Memorial Day Sale

All you need to do is unbox the E18, drop it on the lawn, and let it work.

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Safety Experts Say to Unplug These Devices Before Leaving Town

Reduce fire risk and save a little money by unplugging these devices before you go.

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6 Best Portable Air Conditioners, After Testing 30+

These top-performing ACs keep any room cool and humidity-free.

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I Have Tested Over 30 Portable Air Conditioners—The Best One Is 30% Off

You’ll save over $150 on the capable cooler.

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GH Seal Spotlight: Stiltz Home Elevators

Retain access to all floors of your home with a retrofit lift.

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What Time Is Too Early to Mow the Lawn? There's Actually a "Right" Answer

Following the letter of the law could spark a neighbor war.

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I've Tested 100+ Pressure Washers–The Most Powerful One Is 30% Off Right Now

The mean, green cleaning machine removed mildew, oil stains, and years of grime in our tests.

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The Best Dehumidifiers for Basements That Actually Last

Dank air and frigid temperatures are no problem for these tough performers.

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