Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Plumbing & Heating Contractors Association
Established in 1925, the Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) has dedicated over a century to supporting plumbing and heating professionals across England and Wales. As a not-for-profit trade association, we prioritise member success through technical guidance, business resources, and industry representation. Our Licensed Membership and Certification Schemes ensure compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing professional credibility. Through collaborative partnerships with government bodies and training organisations, we champion best practices and fair industry representation. Our comprehensive support includes legal advice lines, discounted business services, and training programmes designed to maintain high standards of workmanship.With collective buying power, members access cost-saving benefits on insurance, tools, and fuel. We actively lobby for industry interests, ensuring members shape policy and legislation affecting their businesses. Backed by decades of experience, our team provides prompt, knowledgeable assistance, as evidenced by long-term member retention and testimonials highlighting our impact on business growth. By investing every penny back into member services, we maintain our commitment to professional excellence in the plumbing and heating sector.
Services
Licensed Membership
Certification Schemes
Plumbing Training
Supplier Partnerships
Legionella Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience supporting plumbing and heating professionals
- Our technical helpline provides expert guidance for complex industry challenges
- Members access exclusive discounts on business insurance and equipment
- We offer certified schemes for compliance with Building Regulations
- Our legal advice service helps resolve contractual and compliance matters
Associations and certifications
- WaterSafe
- Legionella Inspection Scheme
- Competent Person Scheme
- Microgeneration Certification Scheme
What people say
Excellent technical support
Helpful legal advice line
Beneficial membership discounts
Professional certification schemes
Prompt customer service
Services
Licensed Membership
Our Licensed Membership provides plumbing and heating contractors with technical support, business resources, and industry recognition. Members gain access to legal advice lines, compliance guidance, and marketing materials that enhance professional credibility. This membership helps businesses maintain high standards while benefiting from collective buying power and exclusive discounts.
Certification Schemes
We operate approved certification schemes including Competent Person, WaterSafe, and Legionella Inspection programs. These schemes enable members to self-certify work compliance with building regulations while demonstrating technical competence to clients. Certification enhances business credibility and marketability across residential and commercial sectors.
Plumbing Training
Our training courses and reward schemes support continuous skill development for plumbing professionals. Programs cover technical updates, safety protocols, and emerging industry technologies. Training enhances workforce capability while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Supplier Partnerships
We connect members with preferred suppliers offering competitive pricing on essential business products and services. Partnerships cover insurance, tools, fuel, and vehicle maintenance to help contractors reduce operational costs and improve profitability through collective purchasing power.
Legionella Compliance
Our Legionella Inspection Scheme helps contractors demonstrate compliance with health and safety regulations. Certified members receive technical support for risk assessments, maintenance procedures, and documentation requirements to ensure client properties meet legal water safety standards.
Questions
What membership benefits does APHC offer?
Our members receive technical support, legal advice, business insurance discounts, and access to certification schemes for regulatory compliance.
How does APHC support industry compliance?
We operate WaterSafe, Legionella Inspection, and Competent Person Schemes to ensure members meet regulatory standards.
What training opportunities are available?
We provide plumbing training courses and reward schemes that promote skill development and industry best practices.
How can APHC help grow my business?
Members access discounted business services, marketing support, and networking opportunities to enhance professional growth.
What areas does APHC cover?
We support plumbing and heating contractors across England and Wales through our nationwide network.
