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The Beating Heart of Your Heat Pump: A Billion Revolutions of Efficiency

Graham HendraNov 2, 20252 November 20250

Your fridge has one, your freezer might have two and your heat pump definitely has one: a compressor. It’s the refrigerant pump responsible for moving refrigerant around your system. It lives

Premium Heat Pumps: Is There a Real Difference Between Quality and Cost

MarsOct 28, 202528 October 20250

Discover the difference between basic and premium heat pump systems in this podcast episode with industry experts Ashley Stokes and Mark Denman.

Mice, Vermin and Your Heat Pump

MarsOct 19, 202519 October 20250

When you think about heat pump maintenance, you probably picture cleaning filters or checking performance settings – not dealing with rodents. But recently, when we removed the covers from our

Very Much Awake – Renewing the Heating Industry One Step at a Time

Aadil QureshiOct 14, 202514 October 20251

Heating is a topic that inspires passionate debate. Mars has highlighted some key issues in the renewable heating industry, which Heat Geek aims to address through their innovative ZeroDisrupt algorithm.

The Hidden Secret to a Successful Heat Pump: Pipe Size Matters

MarsOct 5, 20256 October 202529

Planning a heat pump installation? It's crucial to consider not just the size of the pump, but also the pipework. Learn why pipe sizing is fundamental for efficiency and performance.

Are We Sleepwalking Into Another Race to the Bottom?

MarsOct 4, 202513 October 202540

When I first came across Heat Geek, I was always under the impression (based on their branding, positioning and messaging) that it stood on a platform of quality. Take your

What Does a Quality Heat Pump Installation Look Like?

MarsSep 29, 20250

In the quest for a perfect heat pump installation, industry experts diverge in opinions, leaving homeowners without a clear benchmark for quality.

Heat Pump Installers: Competence, Illusion and the Hard Truth Homeowners Must Face

MarsSep 24, 202524 September 202545

The UK’s heat pump industry is being suffocated by a combination of poor training, overconfidence and a regulatory framework that has failed to raise the bar. If things carry on

What is the Heat Geek Guarantee?

MarsSep 1, 20252 September 20256

We regularly hear from homeowners who are researching installers, technologies or support networks before committing to a heat pump. One of the names that comes up frequently is Heat Geek.

£22,000 Heat Pump Disaster That Exposes a Broken Industry

DREIAug 27, 202523 October 20256

When I signed on the dotted line for a £22,000 air source heat pump installation in July 2023, I thought I was doing everything right. I did my research. I