Quality Plumber Week

Quality Plumber Week 2024: 14th - 20th October!

Quality Plumber Week, in Partnership with Installer and Premierline Insurance Brokers, aims to unite the industry in celebrating the great work Plumbing & Heating Contractors do each day.

The 2024 Quality Plumber Week Awards

The Quality Plumber Week Awards are open to anyone working in the Plumbing and Heating industry. Nominations are now closed and we will be announcing the winners during Quality Plumber Week: 14th – 20th October!

To recognise those that are doing their bit for the environment and adopting work practises that are better for the planet. Those who incorporate sustainability into their everyday working life.

Sponsored by Cistermiser

Prize: A Combimate Limescale Prevention Device worth over ÂŁ200

www.cistermiser.co.uk

To recognise those that go above and beyond to help and support their community.

Sponsored by Fergus

Prize: A ÂŁ250 Amazon Voucher

www.fergus.com

 

Recognising those in the industry who are committed to continuously building on their skills and knowledge and understand the importance of training and learning.

Sponsored by Altecnic

Prize: A free APHC Training Course of your choice, worth around ÂŁ200

www.altecnic.co.uk

To celebrate installers who have completed exceptional work, worked through challenges and delivered exceptional customer service to customers.

Sponsored by Fernox

Prize: A Fernox prize bundle worth around £200 including, 1 x limited edition Fernox 60th Anniversary Hoodie, 1 x Fernox Beanie Hat, 1 x New Fernox TF1 Sigma Mini Filter, 1 x Protector F1 265ml, 1 x Cleaner F3 265ml, 1 x Fernox scale reducer and 1 x Fernox anniversary mini speaker 

www.fernox.xom

Recognising those who have embraced new technology within their businesses and have used this to improve their service for their customers.

Sponsored by BES

Prize: Cura Product bundle worth over ÂŁ250

www.bes.co.uk

Recognising the up-and-coming businesses of the industry who are already showing their dedication to their work.

Sponsored by Premierline 

Prize: ÂŁ200 B&Q Voucher

www.premierline.co.uk

This award aims to recognise individuals or businesses in the plumbing and heating industry that have demonstrated outstanding commitment and achievements in promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion.

Sponsored by Mira Showers

Prize: Mira Form multi-fit mixer worth over £200 

www.mirashowers.co.uk

#QPW24 Social Media Competitions

Throughout the week we will be running various social media competitions with prizes to be won each day. Follow our social media channels to take part:
Twitter: @APHC_UK
Facebook: FindAQualityPlumber
LinkedIn: Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors

Webinars

APHC and Installer will be hosting webinars as part of Quality Plumber Week in collaboration with APHC Supplier Members.

Monday 14th October: APHC – The First Steps to Moving Your Business into The Heat Pump Market

Presenter: Graeme Dryden, Tecnhical Manager at APHC

In this webinar APHC will start by looking at the opportunities that currently exist for a Plumbing and Heating Business that may be considering moving into the Domestic Heat Pump market. There will also be a discussion regarding the steps businesses may face along the journey including:
 
  • Training and personal certification 
  • Business accreditation
  • Accessing customer grants
  • Breaking into the market
There will also be a live Q&S session to round off the webinar where Graeme will be able to answer your questions in real-time.
 

Register: The First Steps to Moving Your Business into The Heat Pump Market – crowdcast

Tuesday 15th October: Fernox – Explore compliance with Part L regulations and BS 7593

Presenter: Richard Crisp, Head of Chemistry & External Affairs

Join market leading, water treatment supplier Fernox for a joint webinar as we explore compliance with Part L regulations and BS 7593.

  • Importance of system testing and maintenance
  • Best practices for achieving compliance
  • Live Q&A session

Register: Explore compliance with Part L regulations and BS 7593 – crowdcast

Wednesday 16th October, 11am: Multipipe – Demystifying Manifold Plumbing: Master the Future of Plumbing with Efficient Manifold Systems

Presenter: David Playfoot, Technical Director at Multipipe 

  • Manifold Plumbing 101: We’ll break down the concept of manifold plumbing systems, explaining how they differ from traditional branch plumbing.
  • Types of Manifold Systems: Explore the different configurations, including sanitary, radiator, and underfloor heating manifolds, to understand which suits your client’s needs best.
  • Unlocking the Benefits: Discover the numerous advantages of manifold plumbing, from enhanced control and reduced leak risk, to future-proof design, and more!
  • Live Q&A: Our expert presenter will be available to answer your questions in real-time.

Register: Demystifying Manifold Plumbing: Master the Future of Plumbing with Efficient Manifold Systems – crowdcast

Thursday 17th October, 1pm: Fergus –  Supercharge Your Plumbing Business with Fergus: A Path to Greater Profitability

Presenter: Sam Buck, Fergus UK Partnerships Lead

  • Discover how job management software can transform your plumbing business.
  • Learn the specific advantages of using Fergus to boost efficiency and profitability.
  • Gain practical insights and actionable tips for improving profitability.
  • Live Q&A

Register: Supercharge Your Plumbing Business with Fergus: A Path to Greater Profitability – crowdcast

Friday 18th October: h2x – Underfloor Heating Design Using h2x

Presenter: Jordan Mills, Director of h2x

Join h2x, the developers of the UK’s first specific underfloor heating design software for a live interactive demonstration of how to design underfloor heating loop layouts in both retrofit and new build scenarios.

Register: Underfloor Heating Design Using h2x – crowdcast

Find a quality plumber

If you are looking for a local quality plumber approved by the industry’s leading trade association you can source a reputable company at: aphc.co.uk/find-an-aphc-member

We have written a free guide on selecting the right plumbing and heating installer for your work requirements which you can read and download here.

Quality Plumber Week is led by the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors. More information about the APHC can be found here.