The latest UK Budget brings major developments for the heat pump industry, including an extended Boiler Upgrade Scheme, the end of ECO4, and changes that will lower electricity prices. We break down what these updates mean for installers, homeowners, and the future of low-carbon heating in the UK.
Recent MCS investigations highlight the risks when shortcuts are taken. Some certified installers signed off on work they didn’t complete, submitting government funding claims on behalf of non-certified companies. This puts both homeowners and installers at risk, damages the reputation of heat pumps, and can lead to rejected applications or unsafe systems.
Many plumbers and heating engineers are exploring how to become a heat pump installer as the UK moves towards net zero. With hands-on training, practical guidance, and access to Alto Energy’s installer network, you can start installing air source and ground source heat pumps confidently while benefiting from support with MCS compliance and technical design.
Heat pumps offer an efficient, low-carbon way to heat homes — but only when they’re properly designed. This article explores how poor system design can undermine performance and why partnering with a specialist like Alto Energy ensures every installation delivers comfort, reliability, and long-term efficiency.
Starting in Spring 2018, we will be providing courses on the installation and service of IVT heat pumps. As the official IVT distributor in the UK, Alto Energy provides technical support for all IVT heat pumps. In order to improve support available to customers across the country, we now offer training courses to installers and heating engineers in order become approved IVT heat pump installers and service-providers.
As the official IVT distributor in the UK, Alto Energy provides technical support for all IVT heat pumps. In order to improve support available to customers across the country, we will soon be offering training courses to installers in order become approved IVT heat pump installers and service-providers.
After receiving approval by the Financial Conduct Authority in September (FCA Firm Reference Number 782934), we are delighted to launch our exciting range of IVT PLUS service and warranty plans. Available exclusively through Alto Energy, we can cover on a service only basis, as well as with the option of an insurance-backed extended warranty.
