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
Your sill plate plays an important role in your home’s structural integrity. Learn how sill plate replacement works, when it’s needed, and more in this guide.
Smoke odors can be persistent and take months to get rid of, especially in hard, porous materials. Learn how to remove smoke smell from wood furniture.
Which one is better for your home, an asphalt or concrete driveway? Learn the difference in initial installation, pros and cons, and follow-up costs.
Wondering if you should mulch in the fall to protect your plants from the colder weather? Chances are, you probably should. Here’s why.
Not sure what type of pool would suit your yard best? Use this guide on the different styles and designs to maximize appeal and utility.
An accessory dwelling unit can provide private space for guests or tenants. Learn about the types of ADUs and how they compare to decide which is best.
Building a home? You’ll have to decide which side of the flat roof versus pitched roof debate you fall on. Learn the differences and which is best for you.
Need to know how long it takes to finish a basement? Find out the average timeline and some factors to consider to get a good estimate for your project.