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Heat Pump Running Costs: Could Your Settings Be Costing You?
28 oktober 2026 · 50 min
Heat pump noise, running costs, confusing heat loss calculations and winter settings — Graham Hendra tackles the questions worrying homeowners on the Renewable Heating Hub forums. Lees meer
As the heating comes back on, so do the questions. Should you leave your heat pump running overnight? Can you keep your existing radiators? And why do different installers give you such different answers about the size of system your home needs?
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explained
https://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course
https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences:
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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Got a question or experience to share? Leave a comment below or join the discussion on the forums.
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More Heat Pump Does Not Mean More Heat
25 oktober 2026 · 42 min
Heat pumps work, but badly designed and oversized installations can leave homeowners facing appalling comfort, reliability and energy bills. Lees meer
JT Stewart returns to join me for a frank transatlantic discussion about America’s heat pump industry. Why are heating systems routinely oversized? Why are installers still relying on outdated rules of thumb? And how can a homeowner receive a $2,000 electricity bill after supposedly upgrading to efficient technology?
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshowhttps://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumpshttps://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027https://amzn.to/4f47f4C🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explainedhttps://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals coursehttps://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghub
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Email: editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Got a question or experience to share? Leave a comment below or join the discussion on the forums.
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Can You Just Plug a Home Battery Into a UK Wall Socket?
21 oktober 2026 · 38 min
Plug-in batteries could make home battery storage more accessible across the UK, but can you simply connect one to a wall socket, and what should you understand before buying? Lees meer
In this episode we speak with John Southern, Operations and Strategy Director at the Energy Storage Association UK, about the opportunities, practical limitations and safety questions surrounding plug-in batteries in the UK.
We explore how these products differ from professionally installed home batteries, why your consumer unit and household wiring enter the conversation and the work being done to develop UK standards. John also explains why making a battery easier to connect still requires careful product design, testing and clear consumer guidance.
Sponsored by Indevolt. Use RHH2026 at checkout and get Britain's Heat Pump Shitshow for free: https://uk.indevolt.com/products
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshowhttps://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumpshttps://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027https://amzn.to/4f47f4C🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explainedhttps://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals coursehttps://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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Website: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghub
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George Clarke on Heat Pumps and the New Homes We Should Be Building
18 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 1 min
Are Britain’s new homes really fit for the future? I'm joined by George Clarke, TV architect, and Ben Laverty from Mitsubishi Electric to explore new towns, new builds, low-carbon homes and why the British public deserves better from the housing industry. Lees meer
“I personally feel like we’ve let the public down,” says George, in a conversation that challenges how we design, build and plan our homes, while recognising the economic pressures, planning difficulties and skills shortages that make meaningful change so challenging. From the positioning of houses and windows to insulation, heat pumps, solar panels and ventilation, we discuss why better housing needs a thoughtful approach from the very beginning, with comfort, affordability and environmental performance considered together.
Expect strong opinions, practical insights and plenty of laughs as we explore what it would take for Britain to build better.
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explained https://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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George Clarke on Heat Pumps: Making Low-Carbon British Homes Work
14 oktober 2026 · 44 min
In this episode of the Renewable Heating Hub Podcast, I'm joined by TV architect and Mitsubishi Electric ambassador George Clarke, alongside Rob McGaughey, Head of Smart Cities and Heat at ScottishPower. Lees meer
Together, they explore the practical realities of moving away from fossil-fuel heating; from designing homes properly and improving their fabric to installing, commissioning and operating heat pumps successfully.
Topics covered include:
• Why good low-carbon design starts with orientation, glazing, insulation and a fabric-first approach
• The importance of accurate heat-loss calculations and property-specific system design
• What homeowners are most concerned about when considering a heat pump
• Why installation quality, commissioning, training and aftercare are essential
• George’s experience of replacing his gas boiler with an air-source heat pump
• How heat pumps operate differently from traditional boilers
• Building consumer confidence and looking beyond negative headlines
• Connecting heat pumps with solar panels, batteries, EVs and smart energy tariffs
• Why every home and every household needs a tailored solution
It’s an honest, practical and entertaining conversation about comfort, cost, carbon and the future of heating Britain’s homes.
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explained https://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heati…
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Air-to-Air vs Air-to-Water Heat Pumps: Which Is Best for UK Homes?
7 oktober 2026 · 28 min
In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A podcast, I'm joined by Simon Baseden from AAC Group to compare air-to-air and air-to-water heat pumps. Lees meer
They explore heat loss calculations, system sizing, installation costs, whole-house heating, cooling and the common design mistakes homeowners should avoid.
Can an air-to-air heat pump replace a boiler and heat an entire UK home? Is air-to-air really cheaper than air-to-water?
And how do installers heat bedrooms, hallways and other rooms when warm air cannot easily travel through closed doors?
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explained https://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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UK vs USA: Who Has Made the Bigger Heat Pump Mess?
30 september 2026 · 48 min
Heat pumps work. So why do so many installations fail? Lees meer
Mars is joined by JT Stewart from Slipstream for a revealing transatlantic investigation into heat pumps in Britain and the United States.
Although the two countries use the technology very differently, homeowners on both sides of the Atlantic are being hit by familiar problems: oversized systems, poor design, inadequate training and sales processes that can put profit before performance.
Britain has largely embraced air-to-water heat pumps. America is dominated by air-to-air and ducted systems. But does either country genuinely install them well?
Mars also examines how these failures compare with the problems uncovered in his book, Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow.
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📕 Britain’s Heat Pump Shitshow https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/britains-heat-pump-shitshow/
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027 https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
📙 Heat Pumps Explained https://link.amazon/B0g9cmDYa
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
🌿 FOLLOW RENEWABLE HEATING HUB
🌿 Website: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghub
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Email: editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Got a question or experience t…
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Can MCS 2.0 Finally Stop Britain’s Heat Pump Cowboys?
5 augustus 2026 · 28 min
MCS has spent years presenting itself as the badge homeowners can trust when choosing a heat pump installer. Lees meer
But has it actually protected them?
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, Mars speaks with experienced heat pump installer Barry Sharp from Renewable Heat about the failures of the old MCS system and whether the newly redeveloped scheme can finally deliver meaningful protection for homeowners.
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
🎧 Heat Pumps Explained: A Jargon-Free Guide for Homeowners
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/listen/heat-pumps-explained-a-jargon-free-guide-for-homeowners/
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course
https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences:
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
🌿 FOLLOW RENEWABLE HEATING HUB 🌿
Website: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghub
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Email: editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
Got a question or experience to share? Leave a comment below or join the discussion on the forums.
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Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme About to Face the Axe?
27 juli 2026 · 28 min
The UK has a new government, a new Energy Secretary and a fresh opportunity to reshape the future of domestic heating. Lees meer
But will the latest policy changes actually make heat pumps more affordable, more reliable and more attractive to homeowners?
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, Mars speaks with Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of HPA UK, about what the new government could mean for heat pumps, home electrification and the wider renewable heating sector.
The conversation examines the removal of VAT from household electricity and asks whether this first intervention goes far enough to address the long-standing price imbalance between electricity and gas.
Charlotte also discusses the future of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, the £7,500 and £9,000 grants currently available to eligible homeowners and whether the scheme could become vulnerable as the government reprioritises spending.
Please support Renewable Heating Hub by exploring our books, courses and audio guides:
📘 The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
📗 From Zero to Heat Pump Hero — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/4f47f4C
🛠️ Bodge Buster — completely rewritten and updated for 2027
https://amzn.to/3YPIcep
🎧 Heat Pumps Explained: A Jargon-Free Guide for Homeowners
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/listen/heat-pumps-explained-a-jargon-free-guide-for-homeowners/
🎓 Heat Pump Fundamentals course
https://learn.renewableheatinghub.co.uk/fundamentals.html
Use code INTRO50 at checkout to receive 50% off the Heat Pump Fundamentals course this summer.
Join the Renewable Heating Hub forums for independent homeowner advice, technical discussions and real-world heat pump experiences:
https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
If you would like to sponsor an episode, please email editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk.
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Is Your Home Energy System Becoming an Expensive Frankenstein?
22 juli 2026 · 40 min
Do solar panels really make a heat pump cheaper to run or is the supposed “perfect marriage” between solar PV and heat pumps more complicated than homeowners are led to believe? Lees meer
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A podcast, Mars is joined by Richard Burrows from Pirate Heating Supplies to examine what actually happens when solar PV, heat pumps, battery storage, electric vehicles and smart tariffs are brought together in a modern electrified home.
This video is sponsored by ServiceMy: https://servicemy.co.uk/air-source-heat-pump
Please support us by getting a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps. Order now: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
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Why Are So Many Heat Pumps Failing Homeowners?
15 juli 2026 · 33 min
Are poor heat pump installations being blamed on the technology when the real failure begins at the design desk? Lees meer
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A podcast, Mars is joined by heating engineer and design consultant Rob Berridge for a blunt examination of what thousands of homeowner complaints reveal about Britain’s heat pump rollout.
They explore why some homes remain cold after installation, why high electricity bills can often be traced back to weak hydronic design and why room-by-room heat-loss calculations are only the beginning of a competent system design.
Rob explains the importance of system water volume, emitter sizing, flow rates, index circuits and low-temperature operation – and argues that too many installations rely on buffer tanks as a substitute for proper engineering.
This video is sponsored by Stiebel Eltron: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/stiebel-eltron
Stiebel Eltron free webinars: https://www.stiebel-eltron.co.uk/en/service/showsandevents/hpnextshowsandevents.html
Please support us by getting a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps. Order now: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
Buy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: https://amzlink.to/az0PcYSpz4WZ0
Buy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: https://amzlink.to/az0hkHqoyZ2xS
🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
If you would like to sponsor an episode please send an email to editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
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Did Your Installer Actually Commission Your Heat Pump Properly?
8 juli 2026 · 27 min
Most homeowners spend weeks researching which heat pump to buy. But what if the machine itself isn’t the biggest factor determining comfort, efficiency and running costs? Lees meer
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we're joined by Liam Knowles from The Heating People to investigate one of the most overlooked stages of a heat pump installation: commissioning.
We explore what proper commissioning should actually involve, why so many heat pumps are left running at fixed flow temperatures, how weather compensation should be configured and why simply getting the radiators hot is not proof that a heating system has been commissioned correctly.
This video is sponsored by Stiebel Eltron: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/stiebel-eltron
Stiebel Eltron free webinars: https://www.stiebel-eltron.co.uk/en/service/showsandevents/hpnextshowsandevents.html
Please support us by getting a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps. Order now: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
Buy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: https://amzlink.to/az0PcYSpz4WZ0
Buy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: https://amzlink.to/az0hkHqoyZ2xS
🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
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Could Cheap Heat Pumps Become Britain’s Next Home Heating Scandal?
1 juli 2026 · 32 min
Are cheap heat pump installations storing up problems for homeowners? As more companies promise faster, cheaper and “minimal disruption” heat pump installations, many homeowners are left wondering what they’re really giving up in return for a lower upfront price. Lees meer
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we're joined by Sean Hogan from Aventus Eco to examine one of the biggest debates in the UK heat pump industry. Can you really install a heat pump without upgrading radiators? Is keeping your existing cylinder a sensible compromise? Are higher flow temperatures a false economy? And what happens when electricity tariffs change?
This video is sponsored by ServiceMy: https://servicemy.co.uk/air-source-heat-pump
Please support us by getting a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps. Order now: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
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Buy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: https://amzlink.to/az0PcYSpz4WZ0
Buy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: https://amzlink.to/az0hkHqoyZ2xS
🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
If you would like to sponsor an episode please send an email to editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
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Are We Letting Undertrained Heat Pump Installers Loose On Homeowners?
24 juni 2026 · 30 min
Why do some heat pump systems deliver outstanding performance while others leave homeowners frustrated, cold and facing higher energy bills? Lees meer
In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we sit down with Mark Hall to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing the UK heat pump market: installer competency.
From three-day training courses and heat loss calculations to radiator sizing, buffer tanks, weather compensation and system commissioning, Mark explains why heat pumps require a very different skillset to traditional boiler installations.
Mark also explains why achieving a SCOP of 4.0+ isn’t difficult when systems are designed correctly and why many of the UK’s underperforming systems can be traced back to basic design and commissioning errors rather than problems with the heat pump itself.
Please support us by getting a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps. Order now: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/go/ultimate-guide
Use the Renewable Heating Hub Heat Pump Installer Finder tool: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/reliable-heat-pump-installer-uk/
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums
Buy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: https://amzlink.to/az0PcYSpz4WZ0
Buy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: https://amzlink.to/az0hkHqoyZ2xS
🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk
If you would like to sponsor an episode please send an email to editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk
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Why Does Every New Heat Pump Come with an Unreadable & Useless Controller?
17 juni 2026 · 39 min
Your heat pump's controller might be the dumbest piece of tech in your house. In this episode of the Homeowners' Q&A Podcast, we sit down with Graham Hendra, now working as a heat pump developer at Haier, who has just returned from meetings in China where the question of controller intelligence was front and centre. He's candid about what the industry is getting wrong, why heat pump uptake in the UK remains stubbornly low and what a genuinely smart heating system might look like in five years' time. Lees meer
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Everyone's Buying Batteries But is Anyone Doing It Right?
10 juni 2026 · 30 min
Home battery sales in the UK have doubled in two years. Every solar company has added one to their quote. Every energy supplier has a deal. But is anyone actually explaining what you need to know before you spend thousands of pounds on a box of cells bolted to your wall? Lees meer
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners' Q&A Podcast, James Clark from Elite Services Group offers an honest, unfiltered conversation about what the industry gets right, what it gets badly wrong and what every homeowner needs to understand before committing.
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Has the Heat Pump Industry Given Up on Telling the Truth?
3 juni 2026 · 36 min
The heat pump industry has a marketing problem. And it's not just the big energy companies getting their adverts banned by the ASA... it's happening in installer proposals, manufacturer brochures and kitchen table conversations every single day. Lees meer
In this episode of Homeowners' Q&A, we sit down with Simon Wardle of Ultimate Renewable Supplies for a frank conversation about the misleading claims that are leaving homeowners cold, confused and out of pocket.
Topics covered:
→ The kW badge: why the number on the side of your heat pump is almost always a best-case figure measured at conditions that rarely exist in a British winter
→ "Your radiators will be fine": how zero and minimal disruption installs are creating a new generation of homeowners with rooms that never come to temperature
→ Buffer tanks: why they're still being slung in as standard, what they're actually costing you in efficiency and when they're genuinely needed versus when they're a sticking plaster for poor design
→ "Cheaper to run than gas": the electricity-to-gas price ratio and whether this claim can ever be made honestly
→ Warranties: why homeowners routinely don't know if they're covered for two years or ten... and whose fault that actually is
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Air-to-Air Heat Pumps: Everything UK Homeowners Need to Know
27 mei 2026 · 37 min
In this episode of Homeowners' Q&A, we sit down with Simon Baseden of AAC Group for a frank, expert-led conversation covering everything homeowners need to understand about A2A systems. Lees meer
From the fundamentals of how A2A differs from traditional air conditioning, to the realities of weather compensation, zoning, defrost cycles and hot water provision, Simon answers the questions your forums have been asking for months.
We also tackle the BUS grant head-on, including why the £2,500 offer may not go as far as the headlines suggest, which properties are genuinely well-suited to A2A and why the MCS certification landscape remains a significant obstacle to mainstream adoption.
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Can You Install a Heat Pump Before Insulating Properly?
3 december 2025 · 31 min
In this episode we challenge one of the biggest assumptions in the UK retrofit and heat pump space: Should insulation always come first, or is ‘fabric fifth’ actually more realistic (and better) for the average home? Lees meer
Natasha Ackroyd, Rhiannon de Wreede, Danny Murphy, Richard Burrows & Graeme Ross take an unfiltered look at the realities homeowners face: budgets, sequencing, installer messaging, risk, disruptive works, real-world constraints and whether the industry is giving people useful advice.
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What Truly Makes a Great Heat Pump Installer in the UK?
26 november 2025 · 30 min
In this episode we're joined Barry Sharp, John Wood & Richard Williams. Lees meer
We dive into the big question that every UK homeowner is asking: how do you find a heat pump installer you can truly trust with your home, your comfort and your money?
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Are Heat Pump Warranties Being Quietly Shortened Behind Homeowners’ Backs?
21 november 2025 · 28 min
Ideal Heating’s installer cashback warranty scheme... is it a fair model or homeowner rip-off? And with Rachel Reeves signalling turbulence around future heat pump subsidies, what does this mean for homeowners, manufacturers and installers? Lees meer
In this episode, I’m joined by Patrick Wheeler (Vito Energy) and Barry Sharp (Renewable Heat) for an honest breakdown of:
– Why Ideal is incentivising SHORTER warranties
– Whether installers may be tempted to cut corners
– How homeowners can check if they’ve been short-changed
– Why extended warranties are becoming a battleground
– What Rachel Reeves’ announcement really means for BUS
– Whether the UK heat-pump market could collapse if subsidies vanish
– What needs fixing FIRST: pricing, policy, MCS, eco-funding or the spark gap?
– Is Adia the next big break through for heat pump installations?
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How Are British Gas, Octopus, EDF, Aira and Heat Geek Changing the Heat Pump Installation Game?
19 november 2025 · 57 min
Who can UK homeowners really trust with a heat pump installation? In this heavyweight episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, five of the biggest players in the industry sit down together for the first time: James Law (British Gas), Thomas Root (Octopus Energy), Aadil Qureshi (Heat Geek), Clayton Brown (EDF) and Matt Isherwood (Aira). Lees meer
We dig into guarantees, high-temperature systems, Zero Disrupt vs EDF Express vs Cosy Turbo, installation quality at scale, performance monitoring, homeowner protection, aftercare gaps and whether the industry is heading for a race to the bottom. Expect honesty and some serious insight into what’s coming next in the UK heat pump transition.
If you’re a homeowner, installer or policymaker, this is essential viewing.
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Can Poor Flow Rates Kill Your Heat Pump’s Performance?
12 november 2025 · 36 min
In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we’re joined by Ian Edgeworth, Nigel Day and Richard Burrows. Together they explain why the majority of system inefficiencies can be traced back to poor design, wrong flow rates and bad commissioning. Lees meer
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Truth About Heat Loss Calculations – What Homeowners Need to Know Before Installing a Heat Pump
5 november 2025 · 36 min
Heat loss calculations can make or break your heat pump installation. In this episode of the Homeowners Q&A Podcast, we’re joined by Rich Cartwright, Dan Cadd, Simon Murray and Mario Dodić to expose the truth behind one of the most misunderstood parts of system design. Lees meer
We dig into why heat losses vary so wildly between installers, how assumptions can ruin your efficiency and what homeowners can do to protect themselves.
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Can Homeowners Trust Heat Geek's Zero Disrupt Efficiency Guarantees?
29 oktober 2025 · 44 min
Confused by HeatGeek’s ZeroDisrupt? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we're joined by Leah Robson, Mark Hall, Simon Wardle and James Clark to unpack what ZeroDisrupt really means for homeowners. Lees meer
Does “cheaper, faster and less disruptive” mean cutting corners or could it finally make heat pumps accessible to the masses? Our guests debate cost vs. quality, flow temperatures, guarantees and whether AI can ever replace good engineering.
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Is There a Real Difference Between Budget & Premium Heat Pump Units?
22 oktober 2025 · 39 min
In this episode we're joined by Ashley Stokes from Renewable Store and Mark Denman from Custom Renewables to unpack what makes premium heat pumps different from the mainstream models dominating the UK market. Lees meer
If you’ve ever wondered whether high-end heat pumps justify their price tag, or if a cheaper install can really deliver the same comfort and reliability, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.
Sponsored by Renewable Store, UK suppliers of Heliotherm Heat Pumps: https://renewablestore.co.uk
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Is the UK Heat Pump Industry on the Brink of Collapse?
15 oktober 2025 · 38 min
In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, Mars sits down with Richard Burrows (Pirate Heating Supplies) to talk about the struggles facing heat pump installers in the UK: from financial pressures and MCS red tape to homeowner expectations. Lees meer
If you’ve ever wondered why some heat pump installs fail, why prices vary so much or what’s really happening behind the scenes, this episode is essential viewing. We talk candidly about Heat Geek’s Zero Disrupt model, the race to the bottom in pricing, MCS’s accountability problem and how the lack of installer support and cash flow pressures could threaten the industry itself.
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Why do Men & Women Never Agree on the Thermostat?
8 oktober 2025 · 41 min
It’s one of the great domestic debates: one partner turns it up, the other sneaks it down. But there’s real science behind the “thermostat wars.” In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we explore why men and women experience heat differently and what that means for heat pump design, running costs and comfort in the modern, energy-efficient home. Lees meer
We’re joined by Briony Price, Kirsten Campbell-Morris, Rhiannon de Wreede and Barry Sharp.
It’s honest, funny and surprisingly revealing. A deep dive into the intersection of comfort, design and biology, with some domestic truths every homeowner will recognise.
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Mars & Richard Unfiltered: It's All Gone Wrong, Heat Pump Retro-Fixes, What Happens Next?
1 oktober 2025 · 26 min
When a heat pump fails, the cracks in the system (both the installation and the wider industry) become brutally clear. Mars sits down with Richard Burrows (Pirate Heating Supplies) to pick apart a system that never worked optimally, explore why so many UK installs fall short and what happens when your system fails. Lees meer
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What Does a Proper Heat Pump Service Actually Include?
24 september 2025 · 35 min
What does a real heat pump service look like? Why are prices all over the place? And will AI and remote monitoring replace boots on the ground? In this Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast we are joined by Tom Owen, Nigel Day and Simon Basden. Together, they explore the future of servicing, the value of preventative maintenance, and how homeowners can avoid being ripped off. Lees meer
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What Does a Quality Heat Pump Installation Look Like?
17 september 2025 · 42 min
What does a quality heat pump installation actually look like and how can homeowners spot the difference between a top-class job and a future headache? Lees meer
In this episode, we’re joined by Simon Wardle, Barry Sharp, Ian Trott and Mark Hall for a frank discussion about best practices, common mistakes and what really matters when it comes to system design, buffer tanks, commissioning and long-term performance.
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What Tools Should Every Heat Pump Homeowner Keep Handy?
10 september 2025 · 46 min
Every heat pump owner has faced that dreaded moment: the error code flashes, the heating stops and you’re left wondering whether to call your installer or if it’s something you can fix yourself. In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A podcast, we break down the essential troubleshooting tools every homeowner should keep on hand: from radiator keys and pressure gauges to magnetic filters, thermal imaging cameras and the latest remote monitoring apps. Lees meer
Our expert panel this week is James Moran, Daniel Murphy, Graham Hendra & Mark Hall.
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Can Heat Pump Data Reveal Hidden Efficiency Problems or Underlying Issues?
3 september 2025 · 42 min
In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we break down the importance of collecting, reading and understanding your heat pump data. Joined by Sarah Prutton, Henri Castelyn, Richard Burrows and Michael Crook, we strip away the jargon and get straight to what matters for homeowners. Lees meer
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How to Speak Heat Pump (Without the PhD)
27 augustus 2025 · 37 min
Cut through the heat-pump jargon. In this episode, we decode the terms that confuse homeowners most, COP vs SCOP, ΔT, weather & load compensation, buffer tanks vs volumisers vs low loss headers, short cycling, defrost cycles and kW vs kWh, and show how they impact comfort, bills and real-world performance. With insights from James Moran, Ian Edgeworth, Patrick Wheeler, Simon Wardle & Max Waddingham, you’ll walk away speaking “heat pump” with confidence. Lees meer
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Can a Female Installer Really Install a Heat Pump?
20 augustus 2025 · 34 min
Think heat pump installation is a “man’s job”? Think again. We sit down with three women in the renewable heating industry: Briony Price, Vicky Shore and Jo Haddon to dismantle stereotypes, share real-life installation stories and reveal what it’s really like to be a female heat pump installer in the UK. Lees meer
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What’s the Best Way to Use a Heat Pump & Mistakes You Must Avoid?
13 augustus 2025 · 47 min
Discover the lifestyle changes that can dramatically boost your heat pump’s efficiency and lifespan. Nathan Tranter, Rhiannon de Wreede, Graham Hendra, Simon Baseden and Karl Richardson share first-hand experiences, expert tips and surprising insights into what it really takes to get the best out of your system day to day. Lees meer
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Why MCS Certification Doesn't Guarantee a Good Heat Pump Installation
6 augustus 2025 · 37 min
In this brutally honest episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A podcast, we dive headfirst into the world of MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme). Does it really raise installation standards? And are homeowners genuinely protected when things go wrong? We’re joined by three top-tier engineers: Lees meer
Nigel Day (Energie Solution)
James Clark (Elite Services Group)
Sean Hogan (Aventus Eco)
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Should I Retrofit or Upgrade My Pipework for a Heat Pump?
30 juli 2025 · 50 min
Pipe sizing isn’t just technical jargon... it’s one of the most overlooked factors in heat pump performance. In this must-watch episode of Homeowners’ Q&A, we dive into the real-world consequences of undersized pipework, especially in retrofits and microbore systems. Lees meer
Guests Mark Parker, Mark Hall and Brendon Uys bring years of hands-on experience to the table exposing common pitfalls, sharing retrofit design wisdom and exploring how homeowners can avoid costly mistakes.
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How Long Should a Heat Pump Last?
23 juli 2025 · 47 min
We dive deep into how to make your heat pump system last for decades, not just a few years. With insights from industry experts Emma Bohan, Olly Cutting, Pran Arya, Simon Wardle and Simon Baseden, we explore the do’s and don’ts of servicing, why warranties matter (and what they don’t cover), and how to keep your system running at peak performance year after year. Lees meer
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Is Poor Water Quality Destroying Your Heat Pump & Radiators?
16 juli 2025 · 35 min
Poor water quality could silently be destroying your heat pump system from the inside, but hardly anyone talks about it. Lees meer
In this episode of Homeowners’ Q&A, Dirk Van Lennep, Nigel Day, Patrick Wheeler & Ricky Prescott break down what happens if you skip flushing, ignore inhibitors and biocides or rely on questionable fill water.
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Big Brands on the Spot: Answers on Heat Pumps, Smart Tech and Your Home
9 juli 2025 · 41 min
In part two of our InstallerSHOW special, we put some of the biggest names in the industry under the spotlight, asking them what’s really next for heat pumps, smart controls and the evolving tech that homeowners are trusting to keep their homes warm and efficient. Lees meer
You’ll hear direct insights and honest thoughts from Hamid Salimi, Mario Dodic, Simon Whysall, Ashley Stokes, James Moran, Andy Rankin, Matt Fitzpatrick, Simon Wardle, Terry Mealy & Rob Kirk.
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Inside the UK's Heating Revolution: New Heat Pumps, Industry Shake-Ups & Celeb Interview
2 juli 2025 · 46 min
This episode comes to you direct from the InstallerSHOW floor and the people shaping the future of heat pumps and renewables in the UK. Lees meer
👉James Chaplen from Mitsubishi Electric explains what’s next for one of the biggest heat pump brands on the market.
👉 Premier League and Arsenal legend Freddie Ljungberg, now the face of NIBE in the UK, shares why he’s backing renewables and what homeowners should know.
👉 Paul Smith from NIBE dives deeper into how the Swedish giant is tackling the UK market.
👉 David Lindsay from Flexi-Orb sets out how they want to raise the bar for homeowner protection and installer standards, and give MCS competition.
👉 Tim Williams from Go Geothermal lifts the lid on CTC, one of Europe’s best-kept heat pump secrets now breaking through in the UK.
👉 Henri Castelyn from Havenwise explains how homeowners can make their heat pumps smarter, cheaper to run and easier to control: https://www.havenwise.co.uk/partners/renewable-heating-hub
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How Do Retrofits and New Builds Compare for Heat Pumps?
25 juni 2025 · 33 min
Are you planning to install a heat pump, but not sure how different the approach should be for a new build vs a retrofit? In this episode of the award-winning Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we're joined by Rick Clarke, Karl Richardson, Rob Berridge and Mike Costain to tackle the big questions around heat loss, insulation, controls, fabric-first and the real-world risks in both scenarios. Lees meer
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Are Most Heat Pump Controllers Unfit for Homeowners?
18 juni 2025 · 45 min
In this power-packed Homeowners’ Q&A episode, we explore one of the most important but misunderstood areas of heat pump ownership: heat pump controllers and smart TRVs and thermostats. Lees meer
Graham Hendra, Richard Burrows, Simon Baseden and Darren Jones unpack how poor control logic, bad commissioning and misunderstood third-party systems can destroy efficiency. From the failure of smart TRVs to why most manufacturer controls are utterly unfit for homeowners, this is a no-filter, deep-dive discussion you won’t want to miss.
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Planning a Heat Pump Installation: The Expert Guide Every Homeowner Needs
11 juni 2025 · 36 min
Are you preparing to install a heat pump in your home? Don’t make a move without hearing what these four top-tier industry experts have to say. Lees meer
In this episode of the Homeowners’ Q&A Podcast, we break down the entire process of planning a heat pump installation: from knowing your property and selecting the right radiator sizes, to grant funding, installer red flags, system design and proper commissioning.
Featuring: Rhiannon De Wreede Emma Bohan, Louise Howlett & Simon Baseden
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What I Wish I Knew Before Installing a Heat Pump: Real Homeowner Stories
4 juni 2025 · 37 min
Thinking about installing a heat pump? Before you take the plunge, hear from four UK homeowners who’ve already done it. Lees meer
In this episode of Homeowners Q&A, we hand the mic to Mike McMillan, Tom Parsons, Nick Joy & Nigel Harvey.
They reveal what they wish they’d known before installing their air source heat pumps — from system design to noise levels, cost savings, installer trust issues, and retrofitting in listed or old properties.
Whether you’re early in your research or already committed, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world insights that could save you time, money, and regret.
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What to Ask Before You Buy Solar Panels or a Battery
28 mei 2025 · 38 min
Thinking about solar panels or a battery? Before you sign on the dotted line, there are crucial questions you need to ask. Lees meer
Mick Wall, Ash Parker, Rhiannon de Wreede, Andrew Parkin & Jamie Vaux talk installer red flags, DNOs, the 3.68 kW cap, fire risks, how to choose the right kit and why choosing the right installer makes all the difference.
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The Challenges in Integrating Heat Pumps, PV and Batteries for Full Energy Freedom
25 mei 2025 · 34 min
Can combining solar PV, battery storage and a heat pump actually get you close to net zero? In this episode of Homeowners Q&A Paul Arundale, Richard Burrows and Kevin Harrison dissect what really works and what doesn’t when you integrate these technologies. Lees meer
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Is This the Ultimate Net Zero Combo? Solar PV, Batteries and Heat Pumps Explained
21 mei 2025 · 44 min
In this episode we ask a big question: Is the combination of solar panels, battery storage and a heat pump the ultimate net zero energy setup for UK homes? We're joined by Ash Parker, Paul Arundale, Mick Wall & Laurence Bradbury to help answer this. Lees meer
From inverter sizing and DNO approvals to smart control systems and ecosystem compatibility, this conversation covers everything homeowners need to know to make smart, future-proof decisions. We also talk about sizing solar arrays for long-term energy independence, why battery storage makes or breaks your system, heat pump integration for smart energy flow, real-world export tariff strategy and how to maximise your return on investment.
Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a 6-panel solar installation (sponsored by Egg): https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/win-a-six-panel-solar-system-worth-more-than-6000
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Why You Need Weather and Load Compensation on Your Heat Pump
18 mei 2025 · 38 min
Do you actually understand how weather and load compensation affect your heat pump’s performance? Most homeowners don’t, and that’s costing them. We break it down with: Michael Lacey, Sean Hogan, Liam Knowles, Ken Bone & Dan Cadd. Lees meer
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