Editorial Standards & Commercial Disclosure
How we maintain 100% independent engineering integrity while keeping our tools completely free for UK homeowners.
1. Our Editorial Mission & Company Details
HeatPumpReviews.co.uk is an independent consumer clean-tech publication operated by Ranked & Ready (ICO Data Protection Reg ZC136598). Our mission is to provide British homeowners with transparent, physics-based engineering analysis of domestic heat pumps. We cut through greenwashing, provide verified Seasonal Coefficient of Performance (SCOP) data, and help consumers access the statutory £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant without high-pressure sales tactics.
2. How We Make Money (Commercial Transparency)
In accordance with the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) guidelines, we provide full transparency regarding our commercial model:
- Contractor Referral Fees: When a homeowner requests an on-site heat loss survey or quotation through our matching engine, we may receive an introductory referral fee from the matched, vetted MCS-certified installer.
- Energy Tariff Switching Bounties: When a consumer switches to a specialized clean-energy heat pump tariff (such as Cosy Octopus or Agile) via our comparison tools, we may earn an affiliate commission from the energy supplier.
- B2B Territory Licensing: Accredited heating contractors pay a subscription fee to claim exclusive installer catchment territories on our directory.
⚖️ The Ironclad Editorial Guarantee:
Commercial partnerships never influence our engineering ratings, SCOP scores, or editorial teardowns. Manufacturers cannot pay for higher ratings or altered reviews. If a product performs poorly or is ineligible for government subsidies (such as Direct Electric Boilers or Non-MCS Imports), we explicitly publish a Not Recommended / Warning verdict regardless of commercial interest.
3. Testing & Review Methodology
Our engineering reviews are based on 5 objective technical pillars:
- Seasonal Thermodynamic Efficiency (SCOP): Certified lab test data at 35°C (underfloor) and 55°C (radiators) under EN 14825 standards.
- Acoustic Sound Pressure (dBA): Verified decibel emissions at 3 metres against English Permitted Development (MCS 020) limits.
- Refrigerant Transition & GWP: Evaluation of natural R290 propane (GWP 3) versus legacy high-GWP synthetic F-gases.
- Cold Ambient Capacity Retention: Output capability at -7°C and -15°C freezing design temperatures.
- UK Manufacturer Support & Parts: Availability of UK technical helplines, warranty lengths (up to 10 years), and nationwide engineer networks.
4. Corrections & Feedback
We welcome technical feedback and updates from manufacturers and certified heating engineers. To submit verified technical data or request an editorial review update, please contact our engineering desk at [email protected].