Overview

• New guidance follows a UK cold snap and October switch‑on expectations, with warnings to carry out simple checks before raising the thermostat.
• British Gas advises that a radiator that is cold at the top and warm at the bottom likely needs bleeding to release trapped air.
• Village Heating’s steps: warm the radiator, switch the heating off, use a bleed key anti‑clockwise until air escapes and water appears, then close the valve and adjust system pressure.
• Experts note radiator valves can seize after long periods off and thermostatic radiator valves may stick if left shut, so jammed valves may require a professional.
• Householders are also urged to book annual boiler services, monitor boiler pressure, and note that a typical boiler lifespan is about 10 years.