With the colder months approaching, radiators not getting warm can be a real issue. Having a cold home during winter is far from ideal, so what can you do if your radiators won’t heat up? Generally, most radiator issues are pretty straight forward and relatively easy to solve. Below are some simple steps you can follow to rectify your central heating issues.
Air can get trapped in your radiators, meaning they will only partially heat up. Generally, this issue will mean the top of your radiators won’t heat up properly, the radiator being warm at the bottom, but cold at the top. Air can accumulate in your radiators and this air needs to be removed. How To Bleed A Radiator.
3) Inspect Your Radiator Valves
If after you have bled your radiators, this still does not help, make sure to check both your radiator valves as these valves could be restricting the flow of water to your radiators.
4) Consider Powerflushing Your System
If your radiators are still struggling to heat up, you may require a power flushing for your central heating system. Sludge, debris and magnetite can build up in your central heating system over time and cause your heating system not to work properly. If your radiators are warm at the top and cold at the bottom, this is usually an indication that your radiators are sludged up and in need of a power flush. The Benefits Of A Central Heating Powerflush.
