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 Home Expert—These Are the Spider Repellents That Actually Work
From chemical sprays to plant-based solutions, these top-rated products can help keep the creepy-crawlies out of your home.
I'm a Home Expert—This Is the Most Important Thing You Can Do for Your Lawn This Fall
Feed your lawn this autumn and it will thank you in the spring.
I’m a Home Expert: Never Do These 5 Dangerous Things With a Leaf Blower
The outdoor power tool is meant for one thing. Hint, hint, it’s right there in the name.
These Expert-Approved Air Purifiers Deliver Cleaner Air in Every Season
We tested 60 models to find the best options for removing dust, pollen, air, odors, and more.
As a Home Expert, I Would Never Use a Smart Plug for These 5 Things
The convenience of the Wi-Fi-enabled device can quickly backfire.
Sunrun Review: My Expert Take on the Popular Solar Provider
The math on solar leasing now makes more sense following the phase-out of a long-standing government tax credit.
5 Things You Should Never Plug Into the Same Outlet
The power overload can fry your equipment—or worse.
The Most Powerful Pressure Washer I've Ever Tested Is 30% off for Labor Day
The mean, green cleaning machine removed mildew, oil stains, and years of grime in our tests.
$1,200 Off: The Top-Tested Jackery Solar Generator Is on Sale for Labor Day
This portable power station will keep your home running through any blackout.
The 10 Fire Pits Our Experts Recommend for Cozy Backyard Nights
Bring the magic of a campfire to your backyard, patio, or deck.
5 Things You Should Never Plug Into an Extension Cord
The heat overload—and risk of fire—happens faster than you realize.