From 29th May, updated planning rules in England and Wales will make it easier to install air source heat pumps without planning permission—removing key barriers for both homeowners and installers.
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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.
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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.
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The Start At Home scheme from Nesta lets heating engineers install a free heat pump in their own home. At Alto Energy, we guide you through the entire process, giving you the practical experience and confidence to start offering heat pumps to your customers.
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Pairing an air source heat pump with solar panels is becoming a popular way for homeowners to cut rising energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint. But does this combination really work, and is it worth the investment?
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Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has set his sights on easing air source heat pump noise regulations, which currently block or delay many projects. By scrapping or relaxing the 42 dB limit, installations could move ahead faster, with less red tape for homeowners and fewer design hurdles for installers.
