[Home](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/): The professional body for the UK plumbing and heating industry, supporting engineers, raising standards and protecting public health through membership, professional development and consumer advice. ## For the Professional [For the Professional](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional): Information for plumbing and heating professionals on CIPHE membership, technical support, training, career development, member benefits and industry partnerships. [Become a member](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional/become-a-member): Information on membership tiers, fees, eligibility criteria, and professional registration routes for EngTech, IEng, and CEng. [Membership Levels](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional/become-a-member/membership-levels): There are several membership categories for plumbing and heating professionals, including Fellow, Member, Associate, Affiliate, Trainee and Companion. Eligibility depends on an individual's qualifications, experience and professional background. The page provides information to help applicants identify the appropriate membership category and understand the requirements for joining the CIPHE [Individual Member Form](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional/become-a-member/individual-membership-application): Apply online for CIPHE individual membership. Choose your membership level, complete the application and access professional support, CPD and member benefits. [It's Proper in Copper - Learn in 3D](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional/careers--trainees/interactive-3d-learning/lawton-tubes): Interactive 3D learning resource developed by CIPHE and Lawton Tubes as part of the Lawton Next Gen initiative. Helps students, apprentices and plumbers explore copper pipework, bends, fittings and connections, with component-linked how-to videos explaining their use in real installations. --- ## For the Public [For the Public](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/public): Consumer guidance on finding plumbing and heating professionals, verifying CIPHE membership, handling emergencies, raising complaints and improving household safety, water efficiency and energy use. --- ## Find a Plumber or Heating Engineer Near Me [Find a Plumber or Heating Engineer Near Me](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/find-plumbing-heating-engineers): Search CIPHE’s directory for local plumbing and heating professionals by postcode, street or town, with filters for professional type, specialism, domestic or commercial work and WaterSafe approval. --- ## About the CIPHE [About the CIPHE](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/about): An overview of CIPHE’s role as a professional engineering institute and registered charity, including its membership, public health mission and authority to assess candidates for Engineering Council registration. [Code of Professional Standards](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/about/code-of-professional-standards): The professional conduct and competence standards CIPHE members commit to uphold, with information on public protection, independent complaints handling and disciplinary procedures. --- ## Campaigns [Campaigns](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/campaigns): CIPHE campaigns addressing public health, water safety, sustainability, consumer protection and industry wellbeing, with information on public toilets, fuel poverty and water poverty. [Our Four Pillars](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/campaigns/our-2025-2027-manifesto): CIPHE’s policy priorities for 2025–2027 across education, sustainability, conservation and safeguarding, addressing industry skills shortages, net zero, water conservation and public safety. Includes the downloadable manifesto. --- ## News & Advice [News & Advice](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice): Industry news updates, regulatory changes, technical bulletins, and official annual reports. [IAPMO Signs MOUs with CIPHE, ASPE at 14th World Plumbing Conference](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/press-releases/iapmo-signs-mous-with-ciphe-aspe-at-14th-world-plumbing-conference): IAPMO signs memorandums of understanding with CIPHE and ASPE at the 14th World Plumbing Conference to strengthen international collaboration, share expertise and advance plumbing standards and public health. [CIPHE and IWSH team up to create lasting legacy following World Plumbing Conference](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/press-releases/ciphe-and-iwsh-team-up-to-create-lasting-legacy-following-world-plumbing-conference): CIPHE and IWSH partner to build a lasting legacy following the 14th World Plumbing Conference, supporting sustainable plumbing projects, skills development and improved access to safe water and sanitation. [With tradespeople facing rising costs: Save time and hassle on every boiler install](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/news-articles/with-tradespeople-facing-rising-costs-save-time-and-hassle-on-every-boiler-install): Talon Manufacturing highlights how its FlueSnug and FlueSnug FS5 products help heating engineers save installation time, achieve airtight flue seals and meet Part L Building Regulations requirements without the need for mortar, silicone or external ladder access. [Baxi cracks down on counterfeit flues with industry-first QR code verification](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/news-articles/baxi-cracks-down-on-counterfeit-flues-with-industry-first-qr-code-verification): Baxi launches a new Flue Checker feature in its free Toolbelt app, allowing installers and merchants to verify genuine flues using QR codes and serial numbers, helping combat counterfeits and improve heating system safety. [Why Now is the Best Time for Installers to Follow Roper Rhodes Trade Solutions on Instagram](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/news-articles/why-now-is-the-best-time-for-installers-to-follow-roper-rhodes-trade-solutions-on-instagram): Roper Rhodes Trade Solutions shares product launches, installation guides, demonstrations, installer collaborations, competitions and Trade Breakfast Roadshow announcements through its Instagram account. The content helps UK plumbing and bathroom installers discover products, gain practical insights and stay informed about trade events. [SkillPLUMB 2026 Finalists Prepare for UK Final with Ideal Heating](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/news-and-advice/news-articles/skillplumb-2026-finalists-prepare-for-uk-final-with-ideal-heating): BPEC brought together the SkillPLUMB 2026 UK finalists for a dedicated training day hosted by headline sponsor Ideal Heating at its headquarters in Hull. The event included tours of Ideal Heating’s manufacturing facility and UK Technology Centre, providing insight into production processes and low-carbon heating technologies, including heat pumps. Finalists also received expert guidance from BPEC Chief Executive Neil Collishaw on competition tasks, judging criteria and preparation, alongside technical advice from Ideal Heating’s Mark Griffin on heat pump operation, installation and fault finding. The SkillPLUMB 2026 UK Final takes place during the week commencing 16 November at Bridgend College, South Wales, as part of WorldSkills UK National Finals Week. --- ## Members & Shop [Members & Shop](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/members-and-shop): Access to CIPHE’s member portal and online shop for membership management, technical downloads, CPD resources, educational videos, publication discounts and branded merchandise. --- ## Contact [Contact](https://www.ciphe.org.uk/contact): Contact details and opening hours for CIPHE, including membership enquiries, member technical support, general enquiries, media requests and departmental contacts. ---