MCS Umbrella Scheme For Heat Pump Installers
Alto Energy’s MCS Umbrella Scheme lets you install heat pumps without becoming MCS certified yourself.
We handle the design, supply, commissioning and compliance, allowing you to install under our MCS certification and giving eligible customers access to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant.
We also deduct the grant from your quote upfront and take on the cash flow impact, so you don't have to wait for the grant payment.
Become an Alto Assured Installation Partner and get recommended to homeowners after just a few installations.
Why Choose Our Umbrella Scheme
Our umbrella scheme gives installers the confidence, support and infrastructure they need to grow their heat pump business. From compliance and commissioning to warranty and ongoing support, we take care of the complex parts so you can focus on delivering great installations. Benefits include:
4,000+ Installations Completed
Trusted by installers across the UK to deliver MCS-compliant heat pumps.
BUS grant deducted upfront
We absorb the cash flow, not you.
MCS-Compliant Heat Loss Calcs
Completed before delivery, so installs are right first time.
Assured Installer Network
Full on-boarding, adding credibility and ongoing support.
Next-Day Delivery
Heat pumps from stock, keeping your schedule on track.
Commissioning by Our Engineers
We commission every system and handle the customer handover.
Dedicated Compliance Team
Paperwork managed for you, ensuring accuracy throughout.
Full Responsibility
We take responsibility for the system from the point of commissioning.
Up to 7 Years Warranty
Parts and labour included as standard in your package.
How to get started
You can start installing heat pumps as an Alto Assured Partner Installer shortly after completing our free heat pump training course. We cover the essential principles of heat pump installation, alongside brand-specific training for leading manufacturers including Mitsubishi, Samsung, Worcester Bosch and Viessmann.
Once you've completed the training, there are just a few straightforward steps to complete before you can start installing under our MCS Umbrella Scheme:
Send us a project
Send us the property details and we'll review and guide you on the next steps.
We design & supply
Our in-house team designs a bespoke, MCS-compliant system tailored to the property.
You install the heat pump
You carry out the installation with full phone support from our technical team.
We commission & support
We commission the system to meet MCS standards and ensure full compliance.
As an Installation Partner, you get the backing of the scheme that started it all: full compliance, with design, supply and commissioning handled for you, so you can focus on the install.
What it means to be Alto Assured
Becoming Alto Assured is about more than just choosing a heat pump system or joining an umbrella scheme. It’s a commitment to quality, compliance, and long-term support.
Every system is designed to meet the latest MCS standards, so your installation is fully compliant with industry regulations. You'll receive heat pump training and clear technical support from our experienced team, giving you the tools to install with confidence.
Homeowners benefit too. Every Alto Assured system is installed by a trained installer, with Alto Energy taking full responsibility from the point of commissioning.
What installers say about installing with Alto
As a trusted heat pump supplier, we’ve worked with thousands of installers across the UK, helping them expand their services and offer energy-efficient solutions with confidence. Many installers have found that our umbrella scheme offers a straightforward way to access the heat pump market without the administrative burden, or cost of full MCS accreditation.
Here’s what some of our installers had to say about our service:
Cascade Heating
“There’s nothing easier than sending over a set of plans, with set requirements and getting everything back, fully costed, all transparent and all clear. It makes it effortless.”
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Mitchell and Bond Plumbing and Heating
“It allows us to focus on what we’re good at, installing heating systems rather than filling in paperwork.”
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Shoosmith heating and plumbing ltd
“Alto Energy have provided us with a complete start-to-finish package, giving our company the confidence, knowledge and logistical support to carry out heat pump installations time and time again.”
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Why Alto Energy?
Alto Energy pioneered the MCS umbrella scheme to make it easier for plumbers to install heat pumps without the cost or admin of gaining full MCS accreditation. While other schemes offer minimal support, we provide a complete service, from system design and compliance paperwork to commissioning and after sales support.
Contact UsFrequently asked questions
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An MCS umbrella scheme allows heating engineers to install heat pumps without needing their own accreditation. By operating under an approved provider such as Alto Energy, you can access fully compliant system designs, government funding like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, and full technical backup, all without the administrative burden.
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The scheme is best suited to heating engineers who want to install heat pumps — air source and ground source — without holding their own MCS certification. If you're just getting started, our free heat pump training course is the first step. We work with independent installers and heating and plumbing engineers across the UK.
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When you join our umbrella scheme, you send us the project details and we handle the design, supply, and commissioning. You carry out the installation with support from our technical team, and we manage MCS compliance and certification throughout. This lets you focus on the install, while your customers benefit from a fully MCS-certified system.
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Pricing depends on the individual project — the heat pump system, property, and scope of work all affect the cost. What's consistent for every Installation Partner: there's no separate membership fee to join, and every quote is fully transparent before you commit.
Benefit From Our Industry Accreditations
When you work under the Alto Assured MCS Umbrella, you and the homeowner benefit from our industry accreditations.
