The Rise of Heat Pumps: InstallerSHOW 2025 Recap
Explore the transformative shift in UK heating technology focusing on heat pumps and their increasing dominance over traditional boilers, as seen at InstallerSHOW 2025....
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Who’s Who in the Heat Pump World: A Homeowner’s Guide to Decoding Heat Pump Industry Logos, Certifications and Complaints
Navigating heat pump installer logos like MCS, RECC, and TrustMark can be confusing, but they don’t always guarantee quality or consumer protection. This guide breaks down the key certifications and...
Meet Wattson – Your AI Assistant for All Things Heat Pump
Meet Wattson, the UK’s first AI-powered assistant trained specifically to help homeowners better understand and manage their heat pump journey. Whether you’re just starting to explore renewable heating or you’ve already had...
The Body as a Heating System
When we think about heating our homes, we instinctively turn to radiators, underfloor heating or heat pumps. But rarely do we consider one of the most efficient and overlooked heating...
Thermostat Wars: Why Women Really Do Feel the Cold More at Home and What That Means for Energy Efficiency
Discover the hidden impacts of the so-called thermostat war in UK homes, where women often prefer warmer temperatures, affecting energy use and heating efficiency. Learn how modern heating design and...
MCS Certification: A Badge That No Longer Means Anything
Homeowners are being misled by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), which often fails to ensure quality installation of renewable heating systems, leaving many with faulty or underperforming setups. Without urgent...
Grant Shapps and the Heat Pump Myth That Won’t Die
In a recent interview with Elemental London, former Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Grant Shapps, shared why he hasn’t installed a heat pump in his own...
How to Get a Heat Pump Installed Properly: Key Steps Every UK Homeowner Should Follow
Getting a heat pump installed in your UK home doesn’t have to be overwhelming—our straightforward guide helps you navigate key steps, ask the right questions, and avoid costly mistakes. Packed...
The Heat Pump Sizing Mess: Why Are We Still Getting This So Spectacularly Wrong?
Despite widespread installation of heat pumps across the UK, many systems suffer from poor performance due to inconsistent sizing and misinformation. It’s time for the industry to adopt proper design...
How Should a Heat Pump Be Serviced? Manufacturers Offer Varying Answers
A recent homeowner’s experience with Daikin’s Gold heat pump service raises concerns about the effectiveness of manufacturer-led maintenance contracts in the UK. Despite detailed service plans from brands like Mitsubishi,...
