Toolfy Blog
Heat Pump Ready Scheme requirements + Toolfy workflows
Map survey, install, and evidence phases with Toolfy job types so you stay compliant and eligible for 2026 Heat Pump Ready scheme funding.
Hiring your first technician in 2026
When it's time to hand the wrench to someone else, use this Toolfy-backed plan for sourcing, onboarding, and retaining your first tech.
HSE lone-working guidance 2026 for trades
Updated HSE rules demand better risk assessments and check-ins for solo jobs. Configure Toolfy to keep micro crews compliant.

ICO-compliant SMS consent logging for field service
STOP/START rules, opt-out banners, and audit exports so your Toolfy reminders stay inside UK Privacy and Electronic Communications rules.
Instant payment mandate & PSD3: 2026 field service outlook
Open banking upgrades will make instant payouts the default. Learn how Toolfy users should prep deposits, VRP, and refund policies.
IR35 checklist for subcontract-heavy crews
Use Toolfy tasks, contracts, and evidence logs to prove your subcontractors are genuinely self-employed before HMRC comes asking.
Mental health rota & on-call guardrails
Use Toolfy scheduling, PTO tracking, and debrief checklists to keep 24/7 on-call teams mentally healthy and legally compliant.
Ofgem home energy grants FY26: installer briefing
ECO+ and Boiler Upgrade budgets reset April 2026. Here's how small HVAC/electrical crews prep Toolfy pipelines to claim faster.
PAYG van finance vs lease calculator
Compare per-job costs, deposits, and mileage charges to pick the right van funding model—lease or PAYG finance—for your 2026 fleet.

QuickBooks sync fixes when Toolfy payouts drift
Balance Stripe instant payouts, pay-by-bank receipts, and processing fees so QuickBooks stays in lockstep with Toolfy invoices.
Refund & goodwill gesture playbook
Resolve customer disputes fast with Toolfy evidence, scripted responses, and goodwill credits that protect your online reviews.
11 reminder scripts for cancellations, delays, and upsells
Copy-and-paste SMS and email templates wired to Toolfy reminder tokens for cancellations, delays, and upsells—sound calm, human, and on-brand.

