Clean Heat Market Mechanism: what the 8% target means for homes
The 8% figure is an industry obligation, not a household quota. See how it could affect prices, products and support.
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How to run a heat pump efficiently: the settings that matter most
A heat pump usually works best with steady heating, a low flow temperature and controls tuned to your home.
Air-to-air vs air-to-water heat pumps: what works for your home?
Compare heating, hot water, cooling, installation, costs and grants before deciding which heat pump may suit your home.
Heat pump warranties and complaints: who must put things right?
Understand which faults fall to the installer, manufacturer or warranty provider, and how to escalate a complaint.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme demand: what the new July 2026 figures show
The latest BUS data points to stronger heat pump demand, but applications are not the same as completed installations.
Air source heat pump planning permission: England’s 2026 rules
England now allows larger units and two pumps on detached homes, but noise, siting and property type still matter.
Heat pump, solar panels and battery: smart system or overkill?
Solar can cut a heat pump’s grid use, but a battery adds value only with the right home, tariff and usage pattern.
Heat pump VAT changes from April 2027: what you need to know
Qualifying heat-pump installations are zero-rated to 31 March 2027. Here is what the scheduled 5% VAT rate could mean.