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Be INVOLVED In Heat Geek!!!

July 5, 2021 – 1 minute read

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Geek Notes

Heat Geek wants installers to contribute their own technical knowledge to the network, because raising standards across the UK heat pump industry depends on engineers sharing real-world, on-site experience. If you've got expertise worth passing on, this video covers how to get involved. Every installer gains when the collective knowledge base grows.

If you have any specific knowledge to share get involved and be part of something bigger while increasing your online presence!

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