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A Vaillant air source heat pump installed outside next to a stone wall, featuring two large circular fan units and connected pipes, standing on paved slabs.
21 March 2025

The Power of the Golden Trio: How Heat Pumps, Solar Panels, and Battery Storage Maximise Savings

At IMS, we’re committed to helping homeowners cut their energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint. One of our customers, Steve, has closely monitored his energy usage since we installed his Vaillant Arotherm+ ASHP in early 2023. Steve lives in a four-bedroom detached stone-built house in Bakewell, Derbyshire, and has since integrated his heat pump…
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14 March 2025

IMS Heat Pumps Achieves Heat Geek Verified Status

We’re excited to share that IMS Heat Pumps has officially been recognised as Heat Geek Verified! What is Heat Geek Verification? Heat Geek Verification is awarded to heating specialists who meet the highest standards in energy-efficient renewable heating system design and installation. Heat Geek is a respected authority in the heating industry, known for promoting…
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A gold framed certificate that reads: heat Pump Installer, National ACR Awards Highly Commended IMS Heat Pumps
13 March 2025

IMS Heat Pumps Highly Commended at the 2025 National Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heat Pump Awards

We are delighted to announce that IMS Heat Pumps has been highly commended at the prestigious 2025 National Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heat Pump Awards. This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, energy-efficient heating solutions to homes and businesses across the uk. A packed house gathered at Manchester’s Midland Hotel to salute the…
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Low Carbon Apprentices
11 February 2025

Pioneering the Future of Heating: IMS Heat Pumps’ Low Carbon apprentices share their journey so far

In a groundbreaking step for the heating industry, Derby College Group and Vailant UK, are leading the way with the first Low Carbon Heating Technician Apprentices, with support from IMS heat pumps. Four apprentices – Alex, Callum, Lewis, and Toby – have embarked on the next phase of their development through their pioneering apprenticeship. These…
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Low Carbon Apprentices
6 February 2025

IMS Heat Pumps Becomes First UK Specialist Installer to Host Vaillant’s Low Carbon Heating Apprentices as Part of Groundbreaking Training Scheme

In a UK first, IMS Heat Pumps has welcomed the pioneering group of Low Carbon Heating apprentices to gain hands-on experience collaborating with a specialist heat pump installer, marking a major shift in how the industry trains future engineers. These apprentices - Alex, Callum, Lewis, and Toby - are not only part of Vaillant UK’s…
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Vaillant Heat Pump
29 January 2025

Guest Blog: Why Heat Pumps Make Sense: Benefits for Homeowners and the Planet

By Mars Mlodzinski, Founding Editor, Renewable Heating Hub Switching to a heat pump isn’t just an investment in your home – it’s an investment in the planet and your pocket. At Renewable Heating Hub, we’ve seen first-hand the transformative impact these systems can have on comfort, efficiency and sustainability. Here’s why making the switch is a smart…
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8 January 2025

IMS Heat Pumps: Your Octopus Trusted Partner for Heat Pump Installations

We’re excited to announce that we are now an Octopus Trusted Partner, making it easier than ever for you to upgrade your home with an energy-efficient heat pump. This partnership gives you access to our expert services, exclusive savings, and a streamlined installation process. What is the Octopus Trusted Partner Scheme? The Octopus Trusted Partner…
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17 December 2024

A Festive Hello from IMS Heat Pumps – Cheers to 2024!🎄☕ 

Well, here we are again, the end of another year. Where does the time go? It feels like just yesterday we were battling through the soggy spring and now we’re digging out the big coats and stocking up on mince pies! As we wind down for Christmas, we just wanted to say a massive thank…
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Ben and Charlie in thier suits, standing in front of a banner that welcomes you to the ACR & Heat Pumps Trainee of the Year Awards. They are both smiling.
10 December 2024

Double Triumph at the ACR & Heat Pump Awards!

We are delighted to announce a double win for two of our talented engineers, Ben and Charlie, at the prestigious ACR & Heat Pump Trainee of the Year Awards. The brothers achieved an incredible milestone, taking home both Gold and Silver in the highly competitive Heat Pump Trainee Engineer category. Ben, who joined us in…
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An outdoor air source heat pump positioned beside a house, with snow covering the ground around it.
28 November 2024

Winter-Ready Tips: How to Get the Best Out of Your Heat Pump

Well, folks, the clocks have gone back, the kettle’s working overtime, and its officially jumper weather. If you’re lucky enough to have a heat pump, now’s the time to make sure it’s ready to keep your home warm and toasty while the weather outside does its best impression of an ice rink. We've come up…
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