Central heating may be the last thing on your mind now, but the summer can be the ideal time to do some maintenance tasks.
According to National World, these tips can save you money and discomfort later in the year when the cold starts to bite.
First, you could bleed your radiators to release any trapped air, especially if you’ve heard banging noises from them or felt cold patches on them. If you find they need bleeding a lot or the water comes out discoloured, it could be a sign that sludge has built up. This can reduce the efficiency of your heating and potentially harm your boiler. It may, therefore, be a good time to flush the system while you don’t need the heating on.
You could then have your insulation checked. Even if your home has good insulation, it might have shifted or deteriorated over time. The mild weather provides the opportunity to identify and correct any problems ready for the winter. It’s also a good time to ensure your windows and doors are adequately draft proofed.
It may also be possible to upgrade aspects of your heating system. For example, thermostatic radiator valves can allow you to tweak the temperature for individual rooms, saving energy by not making some rooms excessively warm. A good thermostat can also give you the flexibility to control your home’s temperature automatically based on the household routine.
Xgas can also provide an annual boiler service in Oswestry and nearby locations like Chester to ensure the reliability and efficiency of your boiler.