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Radiators

Radiator fitting, replacement and balancing in homes — including the cold one at the end of the run.

The short version

A new radiator is not always the answer; sometimes the radiator is fine and the system behind it is not. We work out which of the two it is before recommending anything.

What the work involves

Step by step

01
Choice and positionWhich radiator you get, and where it hangs, follows the room rather than whatever happens to be on the van.
Output matched to the roomType and finish chosenWall position and clearancesWhether the existing pipework can be reused
02
Hanging it and making the connectionsHanging the radiator is the easy part; the valves and connections are where problems are avoided.
Wall mounting and securingValve and pipe connectionsThermostatic valves where appropriateNeat entry through floor or wall
03
Balancing it so every room heatsWith the system running, the valves are set so the radiator furthest away warms as well as the nearest one.
Balancing across the whole systemTrapped air bled outEach radiator checked for temperatureValves adjusted as needed
04
Taking the old one awayOld radiators and pipework offcuts are removed and the working area is left clean.
Safe isolation and removalDisposal of the old radiatorClearing and cleaning the areaRemaining system re-checked for balance

A single radiator, or every room?

Replacing a single radiator on a system that has never been balanced usually just moves the cold spot to another room. A balanced system is normally worth the extra visit.

Have it looked at first

Describe the symptoms and we will book a visit to inspect the system before any work is agreed.

Book a system check