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The Great British Heat Pump Owner Persona Survey: Let’s Build Our Archetype!

MarsJan 1, 20261 January 20265

Happy New Year everyone! As we head into 2026, I thought it would be genuinely interesting (and fun) to find out who the “typical” British heat pump owner really is.

The Best Heat Pump in the UK? The Data Says You’re Asking the Wrong Question

MarsDec 28, 202528 December 20250

Choosing a heat pump has become an exercise in brand comparison. Model numbers. Brochures. Sales claims. Endless YouTube videos. And yet, when you look at how heat pumps actually perform

OVO’s Heat Pump Plus tariff is ending

MarsDec 18, 202518 December 20253

OVO Energy’s decision to withdraw its Heat Pump Plus tariff from February 2026 has unsettled a group of customers who believed they had finally been offered something rare in the

Five Heat Pump Bodge Jobs That Ruin UK Installs

MarsDec 10, 20250

Heat pumps should be one of the most efficient, reliable, environmentally-friendly and comfortable ways to heat a home in the UK. Yet every week, homeowners message and email me with

Heat Pump Training vs. Real-World Installation

MarsNov 26, 202526 November 20256

Discover the truth about heat pump installations and the multiple skill sets required for success. Theory alone is not enough - practical experience is key.

Air-to-Air Heat Pump BUS Grant Explained

Karl RichardsonNov 25, 202525 November 20250

Discover the latest changes to the BUS Scheme, including £2,500 grants for Air-to-Air Heat Pumps. Get the full scoop on eligibility and implications here.

Cashback Incentives That Reward Shorter Heat Pump Warranties

MarsNov 21, 202521 November 20257

Discover the ethical questions raised by an installer regarding a promotional offer from Ideal Heating and how it potentially impacts consumer protection in the heat pump industry.

Why Millions of UK Homes Struggle With Heat Pumps

MarsNov 20, 202520 November 202510

For years, we’ve heard a consistent refrain from homeowners on the Renewable Heating Hub forums and YouTube comments: “I’d happily switch to a heat pump… if only it didn’t wreck the

MCS Certification Exposed: Lack of Verification Raises Questions

MarsNov 16, 202516 November 20254

MCS is touted as the guardian of standards in the UK's renewable energy sector, but a closer look reveals troubling gaps in oversight and verification.

Aira launches integrated home energy system it claims could cut household bills by 90%

MarsNov 11, 202511 November 20250

Aira unveils a fully integrated home energy system promising up to 90% savings on bills. Solar panels, battery storage, and smart tech all in one package.