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
Understanding how appraisers determine the value of a house can help guide pre-sale renovations or offer negotiation as a buyer or a seller.
Stains and paints are considered hazardous waste. Learn how to dispose of wood stain safely and the best way to store leftovers between your DIY projects.
Need to soften the water coming into your home? Use this guide to check if your house is pre-plumbed for a water softener to make the process a little easier.
Not sure if you should repair or replace your furnace? Don’t waste money! Use this guide first to decide on the best strategy for you and your system.
Need to improve your home’s energy efficiency or just make your workspace more comfortable? Learn everything you need to know about garage ceiling insulation.
Not sure what type of sunroom to build? Our guide breaks down the differences between a solarium vs. sunroom so you can decide which is best for your home.
Learn about stucco pros and cons to see if this siding option is a good fit for your home, budget, and climate, and see alternatives in case it gets a pass.
Dreaming of a new outdoor entertaining space? Learn how a concrete patio can increase home value and pay for itself if you’re thinking of selling soon.