Six simple steps to make sure your radiators heat up in minutes over Christmas and it could save you £200
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SIX simple steps could ensure your radiators heat up in minutes over Christmas and keep your family warm and cosy. Ensuring your heating system runs as efficiently as possible will not only keep you warm, it can also slash your energy bills by hundreds of pounds.
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Jess Steele, heating and technology expert at BestHeating, stressed the importance of maintaining a heating system to ensure it's working at its best. She said: "Many homeowners are guilty of neglecting their radiators during routine cleaning, but maintaining your heating system, including regular radiator cleaning, is essential for its efficiency.
"Dust and dirt build-up can reduce the amount of heat radiators emit, forcing your system to work harder and increasing energy consumption. "Keeping them clean not only improves performance but can also help lower energy bills, making it a cost-effective habit.
"Beyond cleaning, regular maintenance of the entire heating system, such as bleeding radiators to remove trapped air and servicing boilers, ensures even heat distribution and reduces the risk of breakdowns.". There are several signs that your radiators may need attention, including if they're slow to heat up or not a consistent temperature.
According to British Gas, a standard radiator should take between five and 10 minutes to heat up. If you think your radiators aren't working at their best or your house isn't warming up quickly these simple tips from Best Heating could help:. Historically it's been thought that the best position for a radiator is beneath a window in the coldest spot in a room.
