Haniya Rae

Haniya Rae, Content Writer and Strategist

Haniya Rae is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in home and appliance product reviews and guides. She was previously on staff at Consumer Reports, where she covered home appliances and topics like cleaning, mold remediation, window installation, and sleep health. She also has worked as a home goods editor for U.S. News & World Report’s 360 Reviews and has freelanced for This Old House and Martha Stewart Living.

About

Haniya Rae has over a decade of experience writing in the home space. One of Haniya Rae’s favorite pieces she’s written concerns a topic that few think about often but is ubiquitous: drywall. She has extensive experience interviewing architects, engineers, product designers, and doctors about a myriad of experiences related to everyday home health and repair.

As a dedicated plant grower, Haniya Rae has also transformed her garage into a greenhouse and grows the majority of her plants from seed. She grows everything from yet undescribed species from Indonesia to native staples, like Paw Paw trees.

Quick facts

Location: Cornwall, NY
Education: Maryland Institute College of Art
Expertise: Indoor health and sleep, appliances, architecture, cleaning, gardening

Highlights

Experienced writer specializing in home products, appliances, remediation, and installation
Has written for The Atlantic, Consumer Reports, Cottages & Gardens, Martha Stewart Living, This Old House, U.S. News 360 Reviews
USDA-certified plant grower and serious gardener

Published work

An Exciting History of Drywall, The Atlantic
How to Survive a Prolonged Power Outage, Consumer Reports
June Grant Designs for Change, Sierra, The Magazine of the Sierra Club
How to Switch to a Clover Lawn—an Easy Grass Alternative With So Many Benefits, Martha Stewart Living

Articles

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

5 Reasons There’s Water Coming Down Your Chimney in Heavy Rain

Even in the harshest storms, your chimney should keep water out—not let it in. Learn why there’s water coming down your chimney in heavy rain.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

Signs of Carpenter Ants vs. Termites: A Complete Guide

Learn the signs of carpenter ants vs. termites if there's wood damage in your home created by an invading pest colony.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

Hornets vs. Bees vs. Wasps: What’s the Difference?

What’s that stinging bug buzzing around your yard? Find out the many differences and several similarities between hornets vs. bees vs. wasps.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

Can You Put Siding Over Brick? And Should You?

Can you put siding over brick? In many cases, yes. Our guide walks you through when and how—and when you shouldn’t.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

Do Fruit Flies Bite? What You Need to Know

Unlike mosquitoes or spiders, fruit flies lack the capability to pierce human skin. But that doesn’t mean they’re not a nuisance.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

How To Remove Hedges: 3 Effective Methods

Discover how to remove hedges from your yard safely and effectively when changing the landscaping or eliminating diseased specimens.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

How To Remove Holly Bushes: A Complete Guide

Hiring a pro isn’t necessary when removing holly bushes. This guide can help you make quick work of the holly bush removal process.

Haniya Rae • Jul 9, 2026

What Does an Elm Tree Look Like?

What do elm trees look like? Learn how to identify elm tree leaves, bark, and the different types of this picturesque tree with this informational guide.