APHC: THE ONE STOP SHOP FOR PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
We have been representing and supporting plumbing and heating companies of all sizes, from sole traders to large organisations for nearly 100 years. Being a member of APHC distinguishes professional plumbers and heating contractors from rogue traders so your customers can rest assured that your work will comply with best practice and current legislative requirements.
As an APHC member you get access to a range of exclusive membership benefits that have been designed to help you save time and money, expand your knowledge and skills, generate leads and enhance your professional image.
APHC Exclusive Saving Scheme: APHC Offers 4 U
APHC Offers 4 U is a unique APHC discount scheme allowing members to save money both online and in-store in your local area and at leading retailers. You can browse offers via the website or the mobile app and make savings on household names.
Other Membership Benefits Include:
Core Benefits
Discounted CHAS Certification
Discounted Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme certification.
Discounted Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme certification.
Win Business with the APHC logo
Our logo can be used as an independent ‘stamp of approval’ to differentiate you from competitors.
Our logo can be used as an independent ‘stamp of approval’ to differentiate you from competitors.
Never miss an Industry update
You'll receive a quarterly magazine, email newsletters, e-bulletins and social media posts.
You'll receive a quarterly magazine, email newsletters, e-bulletins and social media posts.
Exclusive Benefits
Member Support Documents
A library of hundreds of ready-made and approved business documents.
A library of hundreds of ready-made and approved business documents.
Join our member directory
You'll be added to our 'Find an APHC member' database which has daily visits from the public.
You'll be added to our 'Find an APHC member' database which has daily visits from the public.
Discounted Insurance Scheme
Tailored insurance solutions specifically designed with contractors in mind.
Tailored insurance solutions specifically designed with contractors in mind.
Free Legal and Technical Helplines
Free advice on any technical enquiry or legal issue you may have.
Free advice on any technical enquiry or legal issue you may have.
Discounted Training Courses
Online courses at a discounted rate for APHC members and a £150 training reward.
Online courses at a discounted rate for APHC members and a £150 training reward.
Access to APHC's other schemes
Watersafe accreditation, Legionella Risk Assessment and Disinfection, MCS and CPS.
Watersafe accreditation, Legionella Risk Assessment and Disinfection, MCS and CPS.
Save money on leading brands
A unique discount scheme for you and your organisation.
A unique discount scheme for you and your organisation.
Discounted Fleet Breakdown Cover
Exclusive discounts on fleet breakdown cover for APHC members.
Exclusive discounts on fleet breakdown cover for APHC members.
Mobile Card Payments
Offers on mobile card readers and discounted transaction fees.
Offers on mobile card readers and discounted transaction fees.
National Highways Van Driver Toolkit
Free access to the Driving for Better Business programme and resources.
Free access to the Driving for Better Business programme and resources.
Discounted IT Technology
Discount off laptops, desktops, monitors, and accessories.
Discount off laptops, desktops, monitors, and accessories.
Discounted Fuel Card Scheme
APHC's chosen Fuel Card provider can help you save up to 10p a litre.
APHC's chosen Fuel Card provider can help you save up to 10p a litre.
Discounted Debt Collection
A discounted and dedicated debt recovery service, on a no win, no fee basis.
A discounted and dedicated debt recovery service, on a no win, no fee basis.
Company Branding Services
Discounted branding and printing services from two industry leaders.
Discounted branding and printing services from two industry leaders.
Discounted Job Management Software
APHC Members can claim 15% off Fergus Software.
APHC Members can claim 15% off Fergus Software.
Industry Pensions Scheme
Reduced rate fee on an award-winning automatic enrolment pension scheme.
Reduced rate fee on an award-winning automatic enrolment pension scheme.
Professional Power Tools
Discounts on Professional Power Tools, Measuring Tools & Accessories.
Discounts on Professional Power Tools, Measuring Tools & Accessories.
Dedicated Tool Insurance
Discount off an award-winning dedicated tool insurance system.
Discount off an award-winning dedicated tool insurance system.
If you’re a plumbing and heating contractor running your own business in England or Wales then you can join APHC and gain membership benefits
LICENSED MEMBERSHIP
Gain technical and business support and use the APHC logo as an independent stamp of approval to win more business. 
LICENSED MEMBERSHIP
CERTIFICATION SCHEMES
We operate a Microgeneration Certification Scheme and a Competent Persons Scheme to self-certify plumbing and heating work under Building Regulations. 
CERTIFICATION SCHEMES
LEGIONELLA INSPECTION SCHEME
Reassure property owners and demonstrate your knowledge and compliance of the Code of Practice. 
LEGIONELLA INSPECTION SCHEME
WATERSAFE SCHEME
Promote your compliance with the Water Fittings Regulations and build trust with your customers. 
WATERSAFE SCHEME
PLUMBING TRAINING COURSES
We deliver cost effective plumbing training courses for Professional Plumbing engineers who already hold relevant qualifications. 
PLUMBING TRAINING COURSES
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E BULLETIN SIGN UPPROUD TO BE APHC: WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY
'I’m a firm believer in the virtues of APHC and when I meet a plumbing and heating engineer who isn’t a member I give them a speech on the benefits of being a member and the extra assurance that it offers'.
'We used APHC’s legal advice line to clarify a few matters and they made the process very easy. Their staff were knowledgeable, polite and helpful, although I have found they always are. I like to work alongside a company where I am confident they are there to support me when required'.
'I've found my dealings with APHC right from my first calls to be excellent. They have been helpful, informative and have responded to my requests very quickly. I will have no hesitation in recommending APHC to my colleagues and I look forward to being a member of APHC for many years'.
'Being a member of APHC means that I can notify all of our areas of work in one place, making it easy for me to keep track of things. Having access to their technical helpline is also a great benefit of being a member'.
'From the first contact with APHC I knew I had chosen the right company. The journey to gaining MCS status is not an easy one, but we were guided through it with the help of professional staff at APHC.
APHC are going to take us into a whole new journey in renewable energy. A big massive thank you to all at APHC'.
'APHC are always a great deal of help when I get in touch. They provide their
members with a range of options to help grow and improve their plumbing
and heating companies'.
'The APHC continues to support its membership by being proactive. The APHC team want to make a difference, and nothing is too much trouble. Our initial dealings with APHC helped us formulate our understanding of what good business practise looks like and we believe APHC membership will be an important part of our success going forward'.
'It was easy to see the benefits that APHC could provide to HEH. The more you look at the APHC the more you will find to complement and support your business. We’ve taken advantage of many of the benefits and advice on offer over the years and it’s made a real difference'.
'My company has been a member of the APHC for over 20 years. The APHC
offers many benefits and services to
its membership which helps to keep
companies like ours up to date
with ever-changing legislation and
industry standards'.
‘I've found my dealings with APHC right from my first calls to be excellent. They have been helpful, informative and have responded to my requests very quickly. I will have no hesitation in recommending APHC to my colleagues. I look forward to being a member of APHC for many
years'.
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