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.
UK Power Networks kicks on with Be Bright Stay Safe campaign
21/09/21
Electricity, Construction industry, Health and safety
People are killed or seriously injured when they come into contact with high voltage electricity.
Six reasons to service your boiler now
07/09/21
Consumer Advice, Boilers, Heating
Because the summer is the best time of year to get your boiler maintenance done.
Don’t waste water!
26/08/21
Consumer Advice, Water, Water efficiency, Sustainability
The water savvy will be keeping an eye on water usage and, more importantly, water waste.
World Water Week 2021
18/08/21
Water, Water efficiency, Water poverty, Water Safety
World Water Week is the leading annual conference on global water issues.
Plumbing apprenticeships FAQ
12/08/21
Apprenticeships, Education, Training
If you are considering a plumbing apprenticeship here’s what you need to know…
Are hot tubs worth the hype?
15/07/21
Consumer Advice, Legionella
Have all the hot tubs purchased though lockdown lived up to the hype a year later?
Rogue plumbers must be stopped
07/07/21
Consumer Advice, Professionalism, Cowboy tradesperson, Rogue trader
The Sun newspaper covered a story in which a plumber charged £4,000 for a simple job.
International Women in Engineering Day 2021
22/06/21
Women, Engineering
The theme this year is ‘Engineering Heroes’ and celebrates the work of women engineers.
Top tips for saving water in the garden
26/05/21
Water, Water efficiency, Sustainability
The CIPHE's top tips to cut water waste in the garden and save money on your water bill.