Central Heating

The Diy Fix It guide to central heating

How to guides to help with central heating systems, radiators and problem solving. There are hints and tips for draining down the heating, bleeding a radiator, balancing the system and corrosion prevention. We also have articles covering fitting and removing a radiator as well as dealing with leaks.

	Balancing a central heating system Diy how-to on balancing the radiators on a central heating system by adjusting the flow of water through the valves to maintain even temperature.
	Bleeding a radiator Diy guide to bleeding radiators on a central heating system using a radiator key to remove excess air, thats causing the radiator top to be cold.
	Central heating and boiler tips for winter Tips and advice on the checks and adjustments you can carry out to keep your boiler and central heating system running efficiently to save money and stay warm in winter
	Central heating systems Diy how-to guide to heating systems (pumped and sealed) with information on the controls for the central heating and hot water.
	Corrosion prevention in heating systems How to prevent corrosion in radiators and heating pipes by adding inhibitor to prevent leaks from pin holes and rust.
	Draining down a system How to drain down a central heating system to carry out repairs or add a radiator. With details for turning off the water supply to the feed and expansion tank, emptying the radiators and refilling the system.
	Leaks in central heating systems How to cure leaks in pipes and valves supplying water to central heating and radiators. Repairing solder and compression joints and tightening valve nuts to prevent water leaking.
	Problem solving central heating 1 How to solve problems with cold radiators and loss of heating or hot water. Including information on the overflow of water from the feed and expansion tank.
	Problem solving central heating 2 How to solve problems with heating or hot water. Curing noise including knocks creaks and humming from heating system and boiler.
	Radiator - fitting new How to add a new central heating radiator including information on draining down the system, measuring and fixing the radiator on its barackets and plumbing the copper flow and return pipes and valves.
	Radiator - positioning Diy help on choosing a suitable position to fit radiators when installing central heating. Showing air flow and heat loss considerations.
	Radiator - refitting Diy how-to on re-fitting a radiator on a central heating system, showing how to connect the pipes and tighten valves. And then how to re-fill the radiator.
	Radiator - removing How to remove a radiator from a central heating system, showing how to drain the water and disconnect the pipes and valves.
	Radiators Guide to radiator types and choices - fan assisted and low level skirting heaters. Including a room temperature guide to help with choosing the right size of radiator.