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iNstallD

A renewable energy podcast, covering everything you need to know about heating your home in the most efficient way. We chat with brands and experts to help demystify the world of renewables.
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Episodes

Episode 62 - Darran Bougourd of Intatec Ltd

Be sure to check out the Inta Stand at Installer Show this year (5B60). Darran and the team are there showcasing their impressive heat pump range of products and more! Speaking of heat pumps, Darran will have some copies of Ian Edgeworth's Low Temp Heating handy pocket guide to give out. If you're looking to make that next step and want to get involved with fitting heat pumps, pick one up.

Jun 19, 202534 min

Episode 61 - Shane Kosic of Kraken Heating

Are you looking to make the transition from fitting boilers to fitting heat pumps? Yes? Great, Shane has done just that and shares how he went about it. Not sure if people actually even read this bit, so message me on Instagram if you do!

Jun 11, 202536 min

Episode 60 - Patrick Wheeler of Vito Energy

Looking to make the change from fitting a gas boiler to heat pumps? Have a listen to this and see how Vito can help. Vito offer a brilliant umbrella scheme that could be just what you're looking for to take the next step on your renewables journey. We cover all the new planning changes around heat pumps and disucss if they'll help with increasing the number of installs.

May 30, 202540 min

Episode 59 - Rob Clemson of Aalberts Hydronic Flow Control

Formerly known as Flamco, Aalberts HFC Technical Director of the UK & Ireland, Rob Clemson is today's guest. Rob has a wealth of knowledge in the industry, you'll love this episode. If you want to hear more from Rob about all things pressurisation and more, stay tuned for a major announcment from us.

May 12, 20251 hr 3 min

Episode 57 - Jason Perry & Zak Hurst

Jason Perry from Clear Skies and Zak Hurst from Optimum Renewables are today's guests. Sit back and have a listen about the fun they've had with a certain accreditation body! Aside from that, these guys raise some great points that are worth 48 minutes of anyone's time that has any sort of interest in renewables and heating in general. Gather round!

Apr 22, 202548 min

Episode 54 - iNstallD with Dom & Dick!

A podcast rebrand with some exciting news. Rich Burrows and myself are running our first event in September (18th & 19th) - more of that to come in good time. A few weeks ago Rich invited myself and Alan Rothwell to Salford Energy House to help with an install. We can't say too much just yet. But more will follow.... In the mean time, we're off to ISH in Frankfurt. What content would you like to see from us? We'll have all the kit with us.

Mar 13, 202544 min

Episode 53 - Mark Hall loses his Heat Pump Virginity!

Mark is back with an update on his very first heat pump install. What a beauty it is too. I've looked at the pics of his install many, many times on Instagram and said to myself, and others "look at this wonderful install!" It's a work of art utilising kit from Viessmann, OSO and IMI Hydronics. I highly recommend you have a look for yourself.

Mar 06, 202551 min

Episode 52 - Nick Eastwood of Secon Renewables

Today's guest is Nick Eastwood, the Technical Director of Secon Renewables. Nick really knows his stuff! If you're looking to learn more about renewables, be sure to check out their training courses.

Mar 03, 202546 min

Episode 51 - Barry Sharp of Renewable Heat

All the way from Sunny Scotland, it's the incredibly handsome, smart, humble hunk. B Sharp - that's great advice right there. ENJOY! I always learn so much from conversations with Barry, you probably will too.

Feb 14, 202544 min

Episode 50 - Big things are coming!

We're back after a much needed break! Revitalised (ish!) and ready to go! Fresh off the back of Kimbo Betty's brilliant mastermind day of learning all thing hydronics, water quality, degree minutes and more. Stay tuned for an interesting announcement!

Jan 29, 202543 min

Episode 49 - Matt Rice of Oso Hot Water

Matt Rice from Oso Hot Water is today's guest. Top quality hot water cylinders that perform to the highest level, a must for heat pumps, and boilers alike!

Dec 09, 202445 min

Episode 47 - Nick Irlam

Heating Installer Of The Year - Nick Irlam is today's guest. Nick is known for tackling larger projects and doing them to a very high standard. He has a knack of making it sound very simple! There's a load of work that goes into getting one of these larger bespoke projects started. Find out just how much by listening.

Oct 30, 20241 hr

Episode 46 - Steve Hall of WT Hall Builders

A different episode this week. We have Steve Hall from WT Hall Builders. I met Steve at the Ripon Green Fair, his views on doing things right in terms of insulating and reducing air leaks in building made absolute sense to me. We need more Steves! If you're looking for a conscientious builder. Steve is your man.

Oct 25, 20241 hr 2 min

Episode 45 - Arran Woodford

Arran Woodford is today's guest, he loves a Viessmann boiler and heat pump? Do you? We discuss why Arran will never be MCS registered. We cover all sorts in this episode. Look out for our new feature at the end of the podcast!

Oct 16, 202445 min

Episode 44 - Henrik Hallberg & Darren Myers of Esbe

All the way from Sunny Sweden and the Esbe Factory. What a company this is! Amazing to hear all the history of the place on a factory tour and learn abuot the ethos of this family run business that's 118 years old! Darren Myers is heading up the UK team as they look to expand into the market over here. Henrik Hallberg is the Technical Innovation Manager at Esbe, he talks us through some of their brilliant products. Keep your eyes peeled for some more content coming your way.......

Oct 02, 202440 min

Episode 43 - Mark Wooler of Green Home Heating

HEAT PUMP WEEK! Mark joins us from Green Home Heating. A great episode with lots of nuggets to take away. If you're not doing video to promote your business, get on with it!

Sep 24, 202439 min

Episode 42 - Jamie Elliot of Homely

A really smart controller for your heat pump! If you haven't heard of Homely, check this out! If you have heard of Homely you'll want to listen anyway!

Sep 20, 202446 min

Episode 40 - Damon Blakemore

The one you've all been waiting for! Mr Damon Blakemore, say no more! Heat Pump Hero Damo is here to answer your questions! Let's go.

Sep 03, 20241 hr 3 min

Episode 39 - Craig Brookes from C Brookes Heating

Craig from C Brookes Heating is this week's guest. Craig has been fitting air source heat pumps for a number of years, after making the switch from boilers. Low temperature heating design is where it all began for Craig after completing Kimbo's course.

Aug 28, 20241 hr 4 min

Episode 38 - Ricky Prescott from Thorough

Flushing of heating systems using Ricky's wonderful invention. Once you've used that, you'll want to fill it back up to the German Standard VDI 2035. Very good, very nice.

Aug 20, 202435 min

Episode 37 - Rich Burrows is back!

Do you know Rich Burrows? No, but thanks for the tip! This week we discuss the success of the installer show, Esbe valves, Inta kit and Only Fans - what more could you want? That's not a rhetorical question - let me know on Instagram please.

Aug 15, 202451 min

Episode 36 - Mark Denman of JMR Heating

Mark joins us to discuss the business side of running a renewables company. Knowing your numbers is so vital to ensure success. We discuss the sometimes lonely world of running your own business and the mental health side of things.

Aug 05, 202453 min

Episode 35 - Mark Hall of SMH Gas Specialist

The journey from from gas work to fitting heat pumps. Tune in to listen to the start of Mark Hall's journey as he renovates his forever home and fits his first heat pump in a 300 year old property.

Jul 29, 202446 min

Episode 34 - Mike Wyeth of Heat Pump Mover

Does exactly what it says on the tin! If you're fitting heat pumps, this is a must have in your armoury! No more bad backs from hauling heat pumps.

Jul 22, 202438 min

Episode 33 - Alex Hughes from MCS

There are changes afoot! Have a listen to see what MCS has planned after taking on feedback from installers and homeowners alike.

Jul 17, 202445 min
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