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
5 Best Smart Sprinkler Controllers That Can Help Lower Your Water Bill
Deliver the perfect amount of water without lifting a finger.
The Best Air Purifier and Humidifier Combos, According to Our Testing
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Kohler’s Camera for Your Toilet Just Got $150 Cheaper
Ready or not, smart home technology is entering the bathroom.
5 Best Crabgrass Killers, Recommended by Lawn Care Experts
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I’m a Home Expert: Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Your AC’s Timer Setting
The convenience feature is not all it’s cracked up to be.
Everything to Know About Dethatching Your Lawn, According to Home Experts
Help your lawn thrive with these expert tips.
Hot Take: Smart Toilets Are Totally Worth The Splurge
Experience the ease of fresh water cleansing with one of these high-tech commodes.
6 Best Pool Vacuum Cleaners for a Clear and Sparkling Pool
Our top-rated scrubbers all perform swimmingly.
GH Seal Spotlight: Trane 20 TruComfort Variable Speed Heat Pump with WeatherGuard
Slash your home’s energy costs while increasing indoor comfort.
5 Best Surge Protectors to Protect Your Home Electronics
One simple upgrade can help protect every device you plug in.
Your Lawn’s Probably Going to Turn Brown This Month, but It's Not Dying—Here's What's Happening
The grass isn’t always greener, and that’s a good thing.
The Best Home Security Camera Deals to Shop This Summer, According to Our Experts
Keep an eye on your home—from anywhere.