Blog Articles
The CIPHE's blogs cover a range of plumbing and heating industry issues. With topics of interest to consumers, members, manufacturers, merchants and the wider industry.
HIP Learner of the Year 2023
                    05/04/23
Apprenticeships, Training, Plumbing, Heating
The CIPHE's technical manager, Jerry Whiteley, gives a round-up of the HIP Learner of the Year competition so far.
When not to dabble in DIY this Easter
                    04/04/23
Consumer Advice, DIY
The long Easter bank holiday weekend is nearly here! As is the start of the DIY season.
World Water Day 2023
                    22/03/23
Water, Water efficiency
Held annually on the 22nd March, World Water Day is an official United Nations event.
Celebrate World Plumbing Day
                    09/03/23
Water, Sanitation, Plumbers, Plumbing, Environment, Water Safety
Saturday 11th March is no ordinary day to plumbers, it's in fact World Plumbing Day!
Tackling gender inequality in the plumbing and heating industry
                    08/03/23
Women, Engineering
With a clear need to encourage more women to consider careers in plumbing and heating, and a concerning skills gap to be filled, the CIPHE discusses the problem of gender inequality.
Practical Tips from the CIPHE for Making Diversity a Part of the Industry’s Future
                    28/02/23
Women, Diversity and Inclusion
The CIPHE shares tips on how to address gender inequality in the Heating and Plumbing industry.
Four ways to ditch your water waste
                    30/01/23
Water, Water efficiency
Water is a precious resource, and it is becoming increasingly necessary to make concerted efforts towards water conservation. Find out how to ditch your water waste in our latest blog.
FOG free Christmas
                    21/12/22
Consumer Advice, Plumbing Disasters, Drainage, Plumbing emergencies
Don't let the fat, oil and grease (FOG) from cooking block your drainage.
21st century chimney sweep
                    21/12/22
Consumer Advice
Your chimney is an important part of your home, helping to provide warmth and comfort, but it also needs regular maintenance to keep it in safe working order.