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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Latest from Dan DiClerico
I’m a Smart Home Expert—Here Are My Favorite Hacks for the Holidays
Deck the halls—without leaving the couch.
7 Best Leaf Mulchers and Yard Vacuums of 2025, Tested by Experts
Our experts tested the best leaf mulchers and yard vacuums to find powerful 3-in-1 tools that shred leaves fast and make fall yard cleanup much easier.
I Swear by Real Christmas Trees, but This One From the Home Depot Actually Surprised Me
One thing's for sure—it's the easiest tree you'll ever set up.
The Best Snow Blowers For Any Winter Weather
Our picks include machines for every condition, from blizzards to light blankets of snow.
Top-Rated Electric Snow Blowers to Tackle Harsh Winter Weather
Improved power and longer runtimes make battery-powered snow blowers a no-brainer—at least for some homeowners.
This Smoke Alarm Is the Smart Home Device You Actually Need
When every second counts, this Wi-Fi-enabled alarm sends an alert to your smart phone.
We’re Calling It: Every Home Should Have a Bidet. This Brand Proves It.
Get that shower fresh feeling, all day long.
Whole-House Humidifiers Are Good For Your Health—And Your Wood Floors
These systems spell relief for dry eyes and itchy skin.
5 Ways Technology Can Simplify Your Next Home Improvement Project
AI, VR, and other innovations are transforming everything from major remodels to minor repairs.
7 Essential Ways to Prepare Your Home for Natural Emergencies
Take a deep breath and then get to work.
I Spent My Early 20s Working on Rooftops. The Lessons Learned Made Me a Better Person
My time in the trades also taught me how to take care of a home.
The Best Space Heaters for Keeping Large Rooms Warm and Cozy
Say goodbye to cold drafts and shivering under the covers.