A central heating system is something we all tend to take for granted – until something goes wrong that is.
As we don’t always need our central heating radiators all year round, it’s easy to see why we might start to notice problems as temperatures begin to drop, so it really is crucial that you show you central heating system some love once a year and get it a health check by a qualified gas engineer or central heating specialist.
Here are just a few benefits of maintaining your central heating radiators and systems on an annual basis:
Lifespan Of Heating Systems
If you’ve invested in a new boiler, central heating radiators or even a brand-new horizontal heating unit, you’ll want to keep them performing properly for as long as possible.
By checking your horizontal radiator on an annual basis for cold spots or other common problems, you’ll come to know when it’s time to drain your central heating radiators yourself and keep them in perfect working order for much longer.
If you leave it to chance, then you could encounter a build up of sludge and debris from the central heating system hanging around in your central heating radiators. This stops them performing as well as they should – which will often only become apparent when you need them the most- so it’s always advisable to give your radiators a quick health check at least once a year.
Many of our horizontal radiators and designer radiators come complete with long guarantees, but prevention is better than cure as they say and a quick check every now and again could save having to replace it at an inconvenient moment.
Help to Prevent Breakdowns
Did you know that almost 90% of all central heating radiator problems are due to a build-up of dirt and sludge?
An annual service can help flush debris out of both horizontal and central heating units. Again, this stops bigger problems occurring later on down the line so being on top of maintenance can prevent breakdowns. You can either bleed the radiators yourself quite easily should you wish, or if you don’t have the time or inclination, you can always pay a little extra for a professional to do it for you as part of your annual central heating maintenance schedule.
Lower Energy Bills
Did you know that central heating radiators account for 25% of the typical household’s total energy bills? With this in mind, you’ll want to make sure that your horizontal and central heating radiators are working as efficiently as they possibly can be and using all of the energy you pay for to the best of their abilities.
Horizontal heating units are well known for their impressive heat outputs, but if they are suffering from cold spots or a build-up of sludge, they won't be able to deliver the heat required to keep your home warm and cosy.
With an annual central heating maintenance service, you can identify any units that aren’t performing as well as they should be and get the issue solved so that you don’t waste any more money trying to keep your home warm.
Safety
Central heating radiators use a boiler to pump warm water through the home via a network of pipes. As most boilers require gas to heat the water, it is critical that you ensure that your boiler is safe and working properly with an annual service.
Such services should be carried out by a qualified gas engineer or central heating specialist. If done on an annual basis, any issues can be quickly identified and fixed before bigger problems arise, so it's well worth paying to get your entire central heating system serviced once a year to safeguard the health and well-being of your family.
Electric Radiators
If you don’t want to spend the time and money maintaining your central heating radiators, then electric radiators can offer cost-effective solution. With 100% energy efficiency, electric radiators come in a wide range of sizes, styles and colours and ensure that 100% of the energy used goes into heating the air in the surrounding area.
Electric radiators also offer an excellent solution for small spaces or areas that haven’t got access to the central heating system, such as downstairs cloakrooms and conservatories. All they require to function is access to electricity, so it’s something to consider if you don’t want the hassle of maintaining or servicing another radiator.
They're also a good alternative to traditional radiators if you're carrying out home renovations or there's a problem with your current central heating system.
Time To Replace Your Radiator?
Perhaps it's time to replace your central heating radiator. Check out our huge range of radiators on our sale page. With a vast range of radiators on sale you can be sure we'll have something to suit your heating needs and décor style.
