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Plumber Urges Three Radiator Fixes Before December to Boost Heat

The advice targets quick efficiency gains before bills rise under Ofgem’s new price cap.

Overview

  • Zhelyazko Yanchev advises clearing and dusting radiators and nearby areas to restore airflow and maximize heat output through natural convection.
  • Homeowners are told to bleed radiators to release trapped air that causes cold tops, with an engineer calling it a simple five‑minute job followed by a boiler pressure check.
  • Hot tops with cold bottoms can signal internal sludge made of rust, dirt and limescale, which may require a system‑wide power flush by a professional or a careful DIY approach.
  • The guidance is being promoted as temperatures fall, with UK outlets noting forecasts for higher household energy costs from January after Ofgem’s latest price‑cap decision.
  • Additional tips include improving insulation, using reflective foil on external‑wall radiators, setting programmable or smart controls with TRVs, and lowering thermostats to trim costs.