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Are Solar Diverters Necessary for Homes with ASHPs and Solar PV?

MarsApr 18, 202423 June 202517

As homeowners embrace solar PV systems and air source heat pumps for greener energy, the role of solar diverters in hot water heating sparks important debate. Exploring whether diverting surplus

Jürgen Klopp: Similarities Between Heat Pumps & Football

MarsApr 15, 202423 June 20250

Discover how Liverpool’s legendary manager Jürgen Klopp inspires a fresh perspective on renewable heating, using football analogies to explore the shift to eco-friendly heat pumps. This imaginative interview blends sport

Does This Heat Pump Make People Like Me Irrelevant?

Graham HendraApr 14, 202415 April 20241

I’ve been in air conditioning and heat pumps for 34 years as of this week. For 25 of those years, I did tech support, but I hung up my spurs

DIY Heat Pump Installations: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Hurdles

JustinApr 13, 202423 June 20251

Discover how to successfully install a DIY air source heat pump in your home, including key insights on planning permission and permitted development rights in the UK. This guide covers

How To Balance Radiators & the Role of the Lockshield Valve: A Homeowner’s Guide

ToodlesApr 11, 202423 June 2025168

Maximise your heat pump’s efficiency by expertly adjusting your radiators’ lockshield valves to ensure even heat distribution and reduce short cycling. Learn practical tips on setting the lockshield valve alongside

Not So Hot: Too Many Subpar Heat Pump Installations in the UK

MarsApr 10, 202423 June 20250

Heat pumps are key to the UK’s eco-friendly heating future, but many homeowners report installation issues that highlight industry shortcomings. Discover real user insights and expert tips in our comprehensive

Samsung’s Cold Shoulder: Should Heat Pump Manufacturers Be More Accountable?

MarsApr 8, 202423 June 20252

A recent debate on the Renewable Heating Hub Forums raises the crucial question: should heat pump manufacturers take greater responsibility for fixing poor installations? Highlighting issues with Samsung's approved installers

World’s Most Expensive Kettle: Undersized Heat Pump

Graham HendraApr 7, 202423 June 20259

A homeowner in a modern new build is facing soaring heating costs and persistent cold due to an undersized Mitsubishi heat pump struggling to meet the house’s demands. This common

Heat Pump Paradox: The Industry’s Adoption Divide

MarsMar 30, 202423 June 202513

A recent poll reveals a surprising paradox in the heat pump industry, with many experts still hesitant to install this technology in their own homes despite recognising its benefits. This

Assessing Heatmiser Neostat Accuracy: How and Why to Calibrate Them

MarsMar 26, 202423 June 202518

Discover how to accurately recalibrate your Heatmiser Neostat thermostats using thermal imaging to improve temperature control and energy efficiency in your underfloor heating system. Watch our step-by-step guide revealing surprising

What is the Heat Geek Guarantee?

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

The Maths Behind Heat Pumps: Why Homeowners Should Demand More From Installers

Are Solar Diverters Necessary for Homes with ASHPs and Solar PV?

Jürgen Klopp: Similarities Between Heat Pumps & Football

Does This Heat Pump Make People Like Me Irrelevant?

DIY Heat Pump Installations: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Hurdles

How To Balance Radiators & the Role of the Lockshield Valve: A Homeowner’s Guide

Not So Hot: Too Many Subpar Heat Pump Installations in the UK

Samsung’s Cold Shoulder: Should Heat Pump Manufacturers Be More Accountable?

World’s Most Expensive Kettle: Undersized Heat Pump

Heat Pump Paradox: The Industry’s Adoption Divide

Assessing Heatmiser Neostat Accuracy: How and Why to Calibrate Them