Dan Simms

Contributing Writer

Dan is a writer and property manager and can be found sharing his home improvement tips on sites like EcoWatch and Today’s Homeowner. He loves sharing his years of hands-on experience and love of DIY to help homeowners bring their visions to life.

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About

Dan has been a full-time professional writer in the home and solar industries for over three years. He brings a fresh perspective to numerous authoritative sites in those areas, including EcoWatch, Today’s Homeowner, Leaf Score, and House Method. There’s nothing he enjoys more than helping fellow homeowners make their renovation dreams a reality. With a passion for clean energy and DIY, he also shares his experience with home solar systems and guides readers toward being more self-sustainable.

He got his Master’s Degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from Hofstra University in New York, which sparked his love of writing. He then combined that with his passion for and experience in real estate. He’s an avid DIYer and woodworker and has built most of the furniture and carried out the majority of repairs in his primary home and his investment properties in upstate New York. 

Quick facts

Location
Long Island, NY
Education
Hofstra University Former Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, NY
Expertise
Home renovation, DIY, and sustainable living

Highlights

  • 5 years of experience managing construction and home renovation

  • Published work can be found on EcoWatch and Today’s Homeowner

  • Real estate investor with three properties

Published work

Articles
Tiling a shower is an investment in the look and function of your home. This guide explains the factors behind the cost to tile a shower in St. Louis, MO.
Tiling a shower is an investment in the look and function of your home. This guide explains the factors behind the cost to tile a shower in Charlotte, NC.
Tiling a shower is an investment in the look and function of your home. This guide explains the factors behind the cost to tile a shower in Austin, TX.
Looking for a durable and more affordable alternative to a concrete driveway? Learn about crushed concrete driveway costs and if it’s a good option.
Painting a brick house typically costs between $1.40 and $4.20 per square foot. Your total cost will depend on where you live and the finish you use.
A new steel I-beam is more durable than a wooden one. Learn what factors can affect steel I-beam installation costs and how to budget for this project.
Wondering what roof material is best for your home? Learn about metal roof costs versus shingle roof costs to see which is right for your home.
Knowing your home's roof underlayment replacement cost can help estimate the cost of roof replacement. Learn about the factors that affect prices.