The Heating Installer Awards 2026 are officially now open for entries. Returning for an 11th year, the awards invite heating installers from all over the UK to put forward their best domestic project that demonstrates how they’ve solved a problem with technical know-how and expertise.
There are several categories for installers to enter, including one for each region of the UK, Best HVAC Installer, Best Renewables Installer and Rising Star, which celebrates the future of the industry.
Homeowners can also nominate an installer who has impressed them with their work. The awards’ team will then contact the installer to obtain any missing details.
Companies including Danfoss, Powered Now, and Stelrad have already signed up to sponsor the awards in 2026, with the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering, InstallerSHOW and PR agency Refresh also pledging their support as partners.
Along with a prize bundle from the sponsors, including a three-night stay at Danfoss’ HQ in Denmark as well as lots of product, winning installers are given access to training sessions, exclusive events, and support from fellow top installers.
Craig Gilhome was crowned as the Best Heating Installer of 2025 for his project which involved fitting a complex barn conversion with mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR), a ground source heat pump and air conditioning. He said: “I’ve seen how winning this award can change the future for an installer. I’ve always delivered my best work for my customers and winning the national award was the best recognition I could have asked for – it’s really helped my business too.”
Installers can find out more and enter online here. Entries close in February 2026 and winners will be announced at InstallerSHOW in June 2026.
