Tim Heffernan is a senior staff writer focusing on air and water quality and home energy efficiency. A former writer for The Atlantic, Popular Mechanics, and other national magazines, he joined Wirecutter in 2015. He owns three bikes and zero derailleurs.
Latest articles
The Best Steak Knife Set
by Tim Heffernan and Lizzy Briskin
We sliced through pounds of steak, chops, and chicken to find a set of steak knives that’s sharp, stylish, and doesn’t break the bank.
How to Keep Your Home Cool
by Tim Heffernan
Here are all our product recommendations for keeping cool—and our advice on how to make everything work better.
10 Questions to Consider Before Buying Solar Panels
by Tim Heffernan
We outline the costs, ways in which incentives can help, and how experts view the overall value of this upgrade.
How to Set Up an Air Purifier
by Tim Heffernan
Air purifiers aren’t complicated, but a few tips and techniques can help you optimize their performance.
