Joe Sharpe

Southampton

Head of Content at Installer

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Microbore pipe and heat pumps - What installers need to know

6 days ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

8mm and 10mm bore piping is still widely used in the UK. But with heat pumps running at four times the flow rate of a gas boiler, it can pose a problem for both installers and customers who want to switch away from fossil fuels. Viessmann partner Liam Barry, Projects Director at Custom Renewables, considers how to make it work and when to replace it. Can microbore work with heat pumps? The simple answer is yes, but it depends on lots of different factors.
InstallerELECTRIC theatre to launch at InstallerSHOW in 2025

1 week ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

InstallerSHOW is launching InstallerELECTRIC at its 2025 event, with a theatre dedicated to training and CPD for electrical professionals. During the three days at the NEC Birmingham, 24-26 June 2025, electricians will be able to access free content from leading industry educators, including CEDIA, ECA, Hager, MCS, NAPIT, NICEIC, Snap One and Voltalis.
All you need to know about the new Fire-rated Air Valves from DuctStation

1 week ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

SPONSORED DuctStation is launching an updated and improved range of their fire-rated metal supply and extract air valves for domestic and commercial air handling systems at the InstallerSHOW 2025. The range is available through a nationwide network of specialist distributors or via DuctStation’s online shop; ‘www.ventzone.co.uk’, where installers can purchase all things DuctStation. When should they be used?
How Heating Engineers Can Deliver Value and Trust

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

Deborah Stephenson, Business Development Manager, CORGI Services, investigates the relationship between installers and their customers:Building trust with customers is key to long-term success for heating engineers. As energy prices continue to rise, customers will increasingly seek professionals who provide practical energy-saving solutions and transparent service in 2025.
Continuous Air Flow - What installers need to know

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

In increasingly airtight buildings, maintaining indoor air quality is crucial as risks of damp, mould, and pollutants rise. Here, National Sales Manager at Elta Trade, examines the technical advantages of continuous flow fans over intermittent systems and explains why industry professionals should embrace this evolution in ventilation technology. Modern building design prioritises energy efficiency, resulting in highly insulated and airtight structures.
The IPG and IBC unite to Champion Independent Businesses -

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

The IPG, supporting independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms, and IBC, the voice of builders’ merchants, have joined forces to form a marketing alliance. While continuing to serve their distinct member bases and sectors independently, they are now aligned under a single, unified marketing strategy. The goal? To make a real and lasting impact by driving customers to their doors and supporting suppliers in reaching the end customers more effectively.
Who is installing the kitchen?

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

Paul Da Silva looks at how the quality of installation is key for kitchens:With over thirty years of experience in the KBB sector, I get a lot of people asking me which kitchen company I would recommend for them to get their kitchen from. The answer is always the same.Who is installing it? Over the years, I have seen the most basic kitchens last for well over thirty years, and the most high-quality handmade kitchens fail within a year.
PlumbPro rewards programme - What Installers need to know

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

Plumb Centre introduced its PlumbPro rewards programme at InstallerSHOW in 2024. Installer caught up with Alex Willsmore, Loyalty Programme Manager, to understand the benefits for installers and how it has evolved since launch:What is PlumbPro? PlumbPro is a membership scheme that we introduced last June. It was set up to reward our customers for their loyalty and to give them real, practical support to help run their businesses day to day.
Reducing noise in water pump installations - What installers need to know

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

Water pumps are vital for maintaining consistent water pressure in the home, but they can sometimes generate unwanted noise if not installed properly. While they are rarely ever silent, there are steps you can take during installation to minimise the noise and create a better user experience. Adam Turnerfrom leading water-boosting solutions manufacturer, Stuart Turner Group, offers his expert insight on achieving a quieter water pump installation.
Sealed System Nightmares - The Hidden Problems That Can Be Easily Avoided

2 weeks ago | installeronline.co.uk | Joe Sharpe

Ed Morris, Technical Manager at Altecnic, looks at some of the issues that can occur in sealed systems, and how to resolve them:For heating engineers, few things are more frustrating than being called back to a job because of recurring issues in a sealed system. The system was commissioned correctly, everything was tested, the customer was happy, and yet a few weeks later, pressure loss, strange noises, or erratic boiler behaviour brings everything back to square one.