Tow new appointments reinforce OFTEC’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality support and services to registered technicians and the wider heating...
2 September 2026
Tow new appointments reinforce OFTEC’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality support and services to registered technicians and the wider heating...
Malcolm Farrow, OFTEC's Marketing and External Affairs Director, shares two recent instances of the work of industry trade bodies OFTEC...
"We may not yet achieved full policy support for renewable liquid heating fuels, we are still part of the conversation...
So, liquid-fuelled boilers can have a viable future – they don’t have to run on...
As he prepares to retire after 48 years in heating - 40 of them with...
The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.
The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households...
With OFTEC now offering access to the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installer framework, businesses...
Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may...
Andy Burnham is urged not to forget previous commitments to oil heated households if elected.
OFTEC's annual conference focused on delivery of practical and affordable renewable solutions for oil-heated homes.
The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.
The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households think carefully before making the...
With OFTEC now offering access to the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installer framework, businesses across the heating and renewables...
Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may be to combine today’s oil...
The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...
Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical staff, and discuss the latest...
Heating engineers and installers suggest that low carbon heating will become increasingly important to business...
With fuel theft on the increase, this article explores some simple measures that may improve...
Paul plays a central role in ensuring OFTEC regional inspectors oversee compliance with relevant schemes.
OFTEC calls for recognition of the unique challenges faced by off-grid communities to be turned...
Industry calls for a wider range of low carbon technologies to ensure households have a choice that suits their circumstances.
Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may be to combine today’s oil...
The decision acknowledges that “a one size fits all approach does not work” when it comes to decarbonising home heating.
New survey finds that low-carbon heating is becoming central to how heating engineers make a living.
Tow new appointments reinforce OFTEC’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality support and services to registered technicians and the wider heating...
Malcolm Farrow, OFTEC's Marketing and External Affairs Director, shares two recent instances of the work of industry trade bodies OFTEC...
Funds raised will help Macmillan Cancer Support continue providing essential medical, practical and emotional support to people affected by cancer.
So, liquid-fuelled boilers can have a viable future – they don’t have to run on 100% fossil fuel. However, Government...
As he prepares to retire after 48 years in heating - 40 of them with Worcester - Martyn Bridges talks...
Reduced oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz region – a critical shipping route for oil tankers – has had...
The UK has traditionally focused on keeping homes warm, but successive record temperatures are changing the conversation. Rising interest in...
A good oil service technician should not only service the engine of the heating system – i.e. the boiler –...
Who should be filling out what documentation? The answer ultimately comes down to what was agreed in the scheduled contract...
Fire valves are an important feature on an oil installation for the detection of fire or overheating on the boiler...
The MTCs set out the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of members of Self-Certified Schemes, helping to create a more...
No reason to panic, but high prices are a concern for oil heating users.
OFTEC's annual conference focused on delivery of practical and affordable renewable solutions for oil-heated homes.
The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.
The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households think carefully before making the...
With OFTEC now offering access to the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installer framework, businesses across the heating and renewables...
Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may be to combine today’s oil...
The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...
Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical staff, and discuss the latest...
A new program is designed to give heating technicians the practical, hands-on experience required to install heat pumps with confidence.
This is a great opportunity for the liquid fuel sector, currently providing home heating oil for over 700,000 homes in...
Many oil heating technicians valued the opportunity to speak face to face with OFTEC.
The extraordinary public response to the Government’s consultation on alternative low-carbon heating solutions, produced almost 16,000 supportive responses for the...
Insurance is easy to overlook and many underestimate the true worth of equipment accumulated over years.
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