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.
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.
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?
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.
Heating installers in England, Scotland or Wales can now access a free heat pump for their own home with the Alto Assured Start at Home scheme. With up to £1,000 cashback, free training and full technical support, it’s a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and boost customer confidence.
While your customers might be thinking about staying cool, now’s the ideal time to prepare for the colder months ahead. Our free heat pump training course is built for independent plumbers and heating engineers who want a straightforward route into low-carbon heating, without the need for full MCS accreditation. Get trained, get supported, and get ready to meet growing demand before the heating season kicks in.
With solar panels set to become mandatory on all new build homes, the case for pairing them with heat pumps is stronger than ever. Under the government’s Future Homes Standard, new properties must be low-carbon and “net zero ready” — a move that rules out fossil fuel heating. For developers and self-builders, this is a unique opportunity to future-proof homes with efficient, compliant technology that cuts emissions and energy bills. Heat pumps, especially when powered by on-site solar, offer a powerful, cost-effective solution that aligns with both regulation and buyer expectations.
Regular servicing is often overlooked but plays a vital role in keeping air source heat pumps running smoothly. From improved efficiency and reduced running costs to fewer breakdowns in cold weather, the benefits are clear. This blog shares real insights from years in the field, including one costly example where a lack of maintenance led to major system failure. We also explain what’s typically included in a service and how planned maintenance helps extend your system’s lifespan.
