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
The Surprising Places to Never Charge Your Phone, Safety Experts Say
Spoiler: Your bed is one of them.
These Are the 8 Best Air Purifiers to Reduce Pet Hair, Dander, and Odors, According to Our Tests
Enjoy your furry friends without compromising clean indoor air.
Have a Ceiling Fan? Here’s How to Make Sure It’s Spinning in the “Right” Direction
This simple trick can help slash your energy bills.
When’s the Best Time to Turn on Your Heat? There’s Actually a “Right” Answer
Here’s how to save a few bucks without shivering through the night.
I Said It Once, I'll Say It Again: Every Home Should Have a Bidet
Get that shower-fresh feeling—all day long!
6 Best Space Heaters of 2026, According to Our Expert Tests
Here's your secret to staying extra warm this winter.
7 Best Rooftop Cargo Carriers of 2026, According to Testing
With one of these top-rated rooftop pods on your car, you and your passengers will be able to stretch out on your next big road trip.
I’m a Home Expert: Never Plug Your Pressure Cooker in Like This
The appliance itself might not be the only casualty.
What’s the Best Temperature to Set Your Heating System? There’s Actually a Right Answer
Before you turn up the thermostat, read this.
I Test Air Purifiers for a Living—With Flu Cases Rising, This Is the One I'd Buy on Prime Day
You still need to follow the best practices for avoiding getting (and spreading) the virus, but a HEPA air purifier can be one more layer of protection.
The Best Drain Cleaners For Every Kind of Clog
When the plunger fails, these powerful agents can blast through grease, hair, and other nasty clogs.
Amazon Slashes Jackery's Popular Solar Power Station to an All-Time Low for Prime Day
The backup battery will keep your home running through any blackout.