Although radiators have a long lifespan and can go years without needing to be repaired, there will eventually come a time when a radiator replacement is required. As with any property refurbishment project, it is best to stay ahead and anticipate when an upgrade is needed – this is true for radiator and boiler installations, boiler servicing, and other maintenance work. In this blog post, our plumbers will discuss the top 5 signs it is time to replace your radiator, from suspected leaks to increased energy bills.
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If your radiator has started to make more noise than usual, it may be time for a new installation. Loud or unusual noises from your device often signal problems with the internal mechanism, especially if you have noticed they take longer than the normal time to heat up and radiator draining or bleeding is failing to make a difference.
Signs of leaking range from small puddles or water being found around your radiator to spots of rust around the valves and pipes. These all suggest it could be time for a radiator replacement, so it is important to check for signs such as these every so often. Even if our boiler inspection identifies a slow leak, you should remember that it will continue to worsen unless action is taken, so it is best to address the issue head-on.
If you are about to undergo a boiler installation, whether part of general maintenance or an emergency plumbing solution, it is worth considering whether it is also time to upgrade your radiators. This is because new boilers are not always compatible with older heating systems, and this can lead to issues in the long run. Additionally, the radiators in your Manningtree property will eventually need replacing, so hiring our plumbers to take action pre-emptively alongside your boiler servicing can help you save valuable time and prevent a future central heating failure.
Any radiator in good working order should not require more than annual bleeding. If you find yourself completing this maintenance procedure more than once a year, it could be time for a radiator replacement. We recommend calling our engineers to examine your entire system if this process is required on multiple radiators in your property. If the issue can be fixed, we will complete a flushing to remove the buildup from your existing installation.
Generally speaking, your energy bills should stay within the same price bracket each month. If you notice your water bills are beginning to increase dramatically, we suggest hiring our plumbing services to complete a radiator or boiler servicing to identify the problem. It is important to remember that a sharp increase in bills could also be a sign of a leak somewhere within your system. If this is the case, our plumbers are on hand to provide a solution.
Here at CFM Home Heating Services, we provide a range of scheduled and emergency plumbing solutions to all clients in Manningtree and the surrounding areas. Our offerings include:
