How Noisy Are Heat Pumps?
Modern R290 heat pumps run at roughly 25-38 dB(A) at three metres on low load. Here is how that compares to everyday noise, what MCS 020 tests at the neighbour's window, and how installers keep complaints rare.
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Expert guides, tips and answers on solar panels, heat pumps, boilers, EV chargers and government grants. Browse by product or content type to find costs, eligibility and installation advice.
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Is My Home Suitable for a Heat Pump?
Insulation, outdoor space, radiators, and cylinder room all decide whether a heat pump will run efficiently. Here is how to judge your property before you book a survey.
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Heat pumps are the only UKEM product that needs a home survey before quoting. Here is the full timeline from first enquiry to MCS sign-off and BUS grant redemption.
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MCS 020 becomes the only certification route for heat pump planning
From 28 May 2026, MCS 020 is the only certification scheme accepted under England's permitted development rules for heat pumps. The previous 'equivalent' route closes.
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UK Energy Grants 2026: Every Scheme You Can Claim
BUS, OZEV, ECO4, SEG and 0% VAT explained for UK homeowners in 2026, with deadlines, eligibility, and what's changing next.
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Heat Pumps FAQ
Common questions about air source heat pumps in UK homes: cost, grants, finance, installation, performance, and suitability.
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UK passes 2 million solar installations
The UK crossed 2,003,000 solar installations at the end of March 2026, with 27,607 added in March alone, the strongest month for residential solar since 2012.
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Heat Pump Running Costs: What to Expect
A modern air source heat pump in a well-insulated UK home costs roughly £600 to £1,000 a year to run, with insulation as the biggest lever.
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Solar & Battery FAQ
Common questions about home solar panels and battery storage in the UK: cost, grants, finance, installation, sizing, and how SEG payments work.
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UK public EV charging network passes 120,000 chargers
The UK public EV charging network reached 120,388 chargers at the end of April 2026, up roughly 13% year on year and easier than ever to rely on between home top-ups.
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New Boiler Guide: Types, Costs and What to Expect
Replacing a boiler this year? Here's what to look for, what UKEM installs, what's involved on the day, and how the cost actually breaks down.
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Grants FAQ
Common questions about UK home energy grants: BUS, OZEV, ECO4, Warm Homes Plan, 0% VAT, and the Smart Export Guarantee.
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme: £7,500 for eligible heat pumps
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme pays up to £7,500 toward an eligible heat pump in England and Wales. UKEM applies on your behalf; your quote uses the published rate, not rumour.
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Home EV Charger Installation: What You Need to Know
Who qualifies for the OZEV grant, what you need at home, the install process, and how to choose between tethered and untethered.
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Boilers FAQ
Common questions about new gas boilers in UK homes: cost, finance, installation, warranty, sizing, and choosing the right boiler type.
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£100m solar top-up for social housing and 100 more schools
An extra £100m for solar on social housing and £40m for 100 more schools, announced on 21 April 2026. Here's what it funds, and what it means for private homeowners.
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Is Solar Battery Storage Worth It?
A battery is worth it if you export a lot in the day and use a lot in the evening. Here is the maths, the sizing, and when to wait.
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EV Chargers FAQ
Common questions about home EV charger installation in the UK: cost, OZEV grant, finance, smart charging, install timing, and choosing your charger.
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Plug-in solar legalised in the UK: 800W limit, rules explained
Plug-in solar up to 800W is legal from April 2026. Useful if you rent a flat; if you own a home with a usable roof, a full solar and battery system is the better path.
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Smart EV Charging Explained: What It Means and What It Saves You
What 'smart' actually means under UK law, which features save you money, and how Ohme and Tesla Wall Connector compare.
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Finance FAQ
Common questions about paying monthly for solar, heat pumps, boilers, and EV chargers: 9.9% APR Representative, 0% interest free credit, deposits, and early settlement.
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Future Homes Standard mandates solar on every new home from 2027
Part L 2026 was published in March and comes into force on 24 March 2027. Every new home in England will need solar PV worth 40% of its ground-floor area and low-carbon heating.
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Combi, System or Regular Boiler: How to Choose
Combi for one-bathroom homes, system for busier ones, regular if your home is already configured for it. Here's the cleaner version of why.
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The Warm Homes Plan: the government's new home energy grant
What the Warm Homes Plan and the new Warm Homes Grant fund, who qualifies, and how they sit alongside the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, 0% VAT, and the closing ECO4 scheme.
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How Many Solar Panels Does Your Home Need?
A 4 kWp system covers an average UK home. Here is how to size against your actual bill, plus what changes if you add an EV or a heat pump.
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UK passes 250,000 certified heat pump installations
MCS confirms 250,000 certified heat pumps have now been installed in UK homes, with 2025 up 34 percent on 2024 and the BUS grant funding 43 percent of last year's installs.
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Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler: Which Should You Choose?
A side-by-side look at heat pumps and gas boilers across cost, comfort, hot water, lifespan, noise, and grants for UK homes in 2026.
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UK home battery installations up 130% as storage market hits records
Almost 20,000 home batteries were certified in H1 2025, up 130% on the same period in 2024, with May setting a single-month record of 3,400 installs.
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