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Often times, you can find a patch of wet carpet or a pool of water around the bottom of a radiator. It can be a very annoying thing for you and your family too. These leaks indicate that there is a leakage in your radiator and you need to fix it. Fixing it is necessary not only to keep your radiator running but for your own safety as well. Here is a simple guide on how to fix radiator leakage: Preparing to Fix the Radiator Before you start fixing leakage in a radiator, you need to catch the water to ensure that it can’t cause any further damage. Place some towels and a bucket underneath the radiator to catch all the leaking water. Identifying the Place of the Leak You need to identify the place where the radiator is leaking from. First, completely dry off the radiator with a dry towel or cloth. Next place toilet rolls over the radiator’s fixtures. Whichever part of the radiator drenches the rolls are the source of the radiator leak. Leaking from the Body If your ra...

Summer is just around the corner and you probably have a few things around your house that you use only in winter. With the rise in temperatures, you don’t need a heating system to warm up your home. However, you should keep your radiators and heating system in top condition to ensure they’re functioning properly. That way you can ensure that you get proper warmth during winter and you don’t need to spend money later. Here are a few tips from Radiator Hut on how to look after your heating system during summer: 1.        Service the Boiler To avoid any risks of carbon monoxide poisoning or house fires, your boiler requires an annual service. Regardless of your type of boiler (gas, coal, wood, heating oil…), checking, cleaning and configuring your heating system during summer properly allows you to save energy while limiting greenhouse gas emissions. With fewer demands for annual boiler service by professionals...

Homes can get quite cold in the winter and you would need heat to keep yourself warm. Radiators are a great option to heat your home and give you much-needed warmth. However, like any system that runs a form of liquid through them, internal build-ups can form in your radiators. These build-ups can have a critical effect on the performance of your radiator. A solution to fix this issue is to bleed them regularly and let out any internal build-ups that might have formed. Here is a step by step guide from Radiator Hut on how to bleed a radiator: What does Bleeding Mean? Bleeding a radiator means letting out air that has built-up inside your system. It's a common issue in un-vented heating systems. Built-up air prevents water from heating your whole radiator, thus creating cold spots. Luckily, bleeding the radiator is a really simple job that will not only help keep your home feeling toasty but could save you money on your bills. Things You need to Bleed Your Radiator ...

Sludge is a common issue found in radiators that are formed when tiny particles of dirt mix with dust. Sludge can block the flow of your central heating if it isn’t taken care of. This can cause a plethora of issues ranging from uneven heating to increased heating costs.Therefore, it is essential for you to remove the sludge from your radiator. Here is a simple guide on how t o flush out a radiator: Why Should YouRemovethe Sludge? Removing the sludge fromyour radiator can have huge benefits including: ·          Quicker heating radiators ·          Lower heating costs ·          More evenly heated rooms ·          Longer lasting radiators ·          Safer boilers When Should You Flush the Radiator? Here are a few symptoms of sludge build-up: ·    ...

Radiators are a great investment for people that want to heat up their home during low temperatures. The radiators not only heat up the home but also improve the aesthetic look of the home. Therefore, it is important that you regularly clean your radiators to maintain their fresh look. You should free the radiator from dust and dirt as that can help to keep your heating costs down. Here is how you can clean your radiator: Why do Your Radiators become Dusty? Dust is always present in a home, be it pet hair, nicotine residue, dead skin cells, etc. Due to the convection of the radiators and the current of air, dust gathers around the radiator. Warm air rises from the radiator and after going through the room, the air becomes cooler and sinks. So, as the air sinks, it takes dust with it and as it’s drawn up through the radiator, the dust begins to collect on the radiator. What do you need to clean your radiator? You will need the following items to clean your radiator: ...

With winter in full swing, the house can become quite cold, especially when it comes to your bathroom. The thought of touching your feet to the bathroom's ice-cold tile floors during the winter, can be enough to make you want to avoid the room altogether. It may sound simple but keeping a small bathroom warm can prove to be a great way to maintain the heat in your home. Here are a few tips on how to keep your bathroom warm during the winter: 1.        Rugs Stepping on ice cold tiles in the morning can be a chilling experience. If you can’t afford to install new floors, you can lay rugs on the floor. The rich colours of rugs can visually warm up your bathroom as well. You should also add a rug pad or rug tape that can grip the floor underneath to prevent any unfortunate slips. 2.        Underfloor Heating Although a little expensive, underfloor heating is a great option when heating smaller bathrooms. The electric...