Renewable Heating Hub Homeowners' Q&A

• Do You Really Need a Smart Meter for Solar and Batteries?

  Do you really need a smart meter to get the best out of solar and battery systems or is it just another headache? We gathered four of the UK’s sharpest energy minds to challenge everything we think we know about smart meters.Guests: Ash Parker, Ben Watts, Joel Hamilton & Jeff HardyWIN a six-panel solar system, worth more than £6,000! Entries close at 23:30 on June 18, 2025: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/win-a-six-panel-solar-system-worth-more-than-6000/Big thank you to egg for sponsoring this episode: https://crackingenergy.comBuy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlUBuy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukDon’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsIf you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected]🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukRenewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghubInstagram: https://instagram.com/renewableheatinghubEmail: [email protected] more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• How to Finance a Heat Pump and Protect Your Investment – Loans, Warranties, MCS2.0 & More

  In this episode of Homeowners Q&A, we demystify one of the biggest barriers to heat pump adoption: how to pay for it. We explore the pros and cons of green mortgages, unsecured loans, leasing models and government grants like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.We also tackle what’s often overlooked in warranties and what happens if your installer goes bust. With expert insights from Maria Dutton, Bean Beanland & Neil Sawers.💥 Sponsored by Hive – thank you for powering these conversations: https://www.hivehome.comBuy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlUBuy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukDon’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsIf you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected]🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukRenewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghubInstagram: https://instagram.com/renewableheatinghubEmail: [email protected] more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Do Smart Controls & Weather Compensation Help or Hurt in Warmer Weather?

  As spring and summer roll in, many homeowners are asking: what should I be doing with my heat pump in warmer weather? In this episode our panel reveal hot water strategies, how to avoid short cycling, what to tweak (and what not to) and whether your system should just be turned off. We also tackle solar gain, buffer tanks, weather compensation, app controls and much more.👥 Guests: Simon Wardle, Rhiannon de Wreede, Graham Hendra & Karl Richardson.Sponsored by Hive: https://www.hivehome.comBuy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlUBuy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukDon’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsIf you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected]🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukRenewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghubInstagram: https://instagram.com/renewableheatinghubEmail: [email protected] more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• How Can You Minimise Disruption When Installing a Heat Pump?

  Thinking about installing a heat pump but worried about the mess, disruption or downtime? In this episode of Homeowners Q&A, we speak to heat pump experts about what homeowners should expect when preparing their property (inside and out) for a successful heat pump installation.We cover everything from external unit placement, trenching and planning permission to managing disruption in your home and avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re planning your first install or helping someone else through theirs, this episode is full of practical advice.🎙️ Guests: Harry Cockburn, Liam Knowles & Lee Brown🙏 Sponsored by IMS Heat Pumps → https://www.imsheatpumps.co.ukFeatured on Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/ims-heat-pumpsBuy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlUBuy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukDon’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsIf you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected]🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukRenewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghubInstagram: https://instagram.com/renewableheatinghubEmail: [email protected] more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Can a Heat Pump Make Your Home More Desirable & Valuable to Buyers?

  n this episode of Homeowners Q&A, we explore one of the most frequently asked questions: Do heat pumps increase your property’s value in the UK? We’re joined by top experts including Charlotte Lee (Heat Pump Association), Patrick Wheeler (Vito Energy), Greg Perrins (Fine & Country), Joel Hamilton (Translating Energy) and Michael Keaveney (Grainger) to explore how heat pumps are affecting buying trends, EPC ratings, public perception, and more.Whether you’re a homeowner, property investor, estate agent or installer, this is the deep dive you’ve been waiting for.Sponsored by Hive: https://www.hivehome.comBuy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlUBuy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukDon’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsIf you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected]🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.ukRenewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forumsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/renewableheatinghubInstagram: https://instagram.com/renewableheatinghubEmail: [email protected] more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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