Understanding Central Heating Systems by Steve Anastasiadis - HTML preview

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Central Heating System Power Flush

So what’s the best solution? Well, the best thing to do is call in a professional heating surveyor or gas inspector to first of all assess the damage and locate the major sources of the problem. If it is simply a case of a blocked heating system, then they will most likely recommend that you power flush your central heating system. This involves hiring a professional, fully qualified engineer to clean the system by essentially ‘flushing’ out all of the built-up dirt and sludge from each outlet and/or clogged pipe, using the most effective tools and fast-working chemical solutions. But how much does flushing a central heating system cost?

CENTRAL HEATING POWER FLUSH COST

According to eonenergy.com/powerflush¸ the final central heating flushing cost usually depends on the size of the home; more specifically, the number of radiators in your home affected by the faulty system. Under their guidelines the cost of flushing central heating system works out as the following:

• £600 for up to 10 radiators (usually around a three-bedroom semi-detached property)
• £700 between 11-15 radiators (in total)
• An additional £25 per radiator after that (up to a maximum of 20 radiators/outlets).

You might think this sounds a little expensive for what is basically a ‘clean’ of your system, but power flushing central heating system costs can be ‘recouped’ in reduced energy bills, less wasted heat and the time and money you save on potential follow-up repairs that, when you leave a clogged system unattended, could escalate into a major system overhaul. Therefore it is always advised that you pay the up-front power flush central heating cost by budgeting carefully and comparing a number of different quotes from several companies; some even offer a free follow-up check, so be mindful of looking out for deals that could save you even more cash! Either way, power-flushing your central heating system will certainly seem worth the worry when you can relax in the warm, cosy comfort of your own home again.