Why Short-Term Savings Don’t Tell the Whole Story for UK Homeowners If you’ve been comparing heating options lately, you’ve probably wondered: “If a well installed heat pump costs the same to run, why change over?” It’s a fair question, and one that many UK homeowners are asking as they face the decision between replacing an […]
In a bold move to support the transition from gas boilers to renewable home heating, Vaillant has launched the "MyVAILLANT Install" initiative a practical, experience-led approach to upskilling heating engineers. This initiative allows boiler installers to receive and install a free Vaillant heat pump system in their own home. The goal? To empower them with […]
On this episode of The Heating and Plumbing Show with Andy Cam and Todd Glister, the hosts are joined by Connie Pawsey, an apprentice plumber with VitoEnergy Ltd. Connie’s story is one of determination, resilience, and excitement for the future of renewables in the heating and plumbing industry. Breaking Into the Trade Connie’s path into […]
From Gas Engineer to MCS Heat Pump Business Owner: Szymon’s Journey with VitoEnergy At VitoEnergy, we run an MCS umbrella service designed to support engineers at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re new to the trade or already installing heat pumps, we help with compliance, paperwork, system design, and technical support so you can […]
As part of its wider push to cut carbon emissions and lower household energy bills, the UK government has officially updated planning regulations to make it easier for homeowners to install air source heat pumps. The changes, effective from 29 May 2025, remove a long-standing barrier that has previously made heat pump installation difficult—particularly for […]
Introduction Vaillant has recently confirmed important changes to the electrical protection requirements for its domestic heat pumps, including the aroTHERM Plus range. These changes directly affect any installation under our MCS Partnership Program. Standard Type A or F RCDs can no longer be used because they do not reliably protect against the high-frequency and smooth […]
In sustainable living and energy-efficient solutions, heat pumps have emerged as a leading technology for heating and cooling residential and commercial spaces. As the world transitions towards greener alternatives, heat pumps offer a promising solution by harnessing renewable energy sources such as the air, ground, or water to provide heating and cooling. However, before diving […]
In this video, we will discuss heat loss calculations, an essential skill for any heating engineer. Heat loss is the rate at which a building loses heat. It's crucial to distinguish between power and energy. Energy is the amount of heat, while power is the speed at which heat moves. Heat loss is power, representing […]
Maximising Efficiency The most important part of your new low carbon heating system is making sure you are comfortable and that your running costs are kept at a minimum. We will set up your system when we install or commission it and record the settings as part of your handover. The main influencer of efficiency […]
VitoEnergy has partnered with City Plumbing to offer a new heat pump installation umbrella scheme designed for non-MCS accredited installers. This partnership provides a streamlined route for installers to access government grants, including the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, while benefiting from full support and financial flexibility. By operating under VitoEnergy’s MCS accreditation, installers can reduce paperwork […]
