Powerflushing

We also provide a power flushing service. ‘Powerflushing’ is a cleaning process that removes deposits of sludge, rust, debris and blockages from a central heating system and greatly improves its performance and operation.

If sludge and debris is not removed from heating systems, it can accumulate in radiators, pipework and heat exchangers, causing severe blockages. This diminishes the transfer of heat and can result in pipe, radiator valve and heating control servo valve damage, and ultimately premature failure of the boiler.

Powerflushing is a popular method of cleaning and maintaining a central heating system. A powerflushing unit sends water at high velocity through the system to dislodge and remove debris, limescale, and sludge build-up. A thorough powerflush will improve heat distribution throughout the property, subsequently lowering household energy bills and increasing system reliability.

How often should you powerflush central heating to maintain performance?

This depends on the material of your radiators, the age and type of your boiler, and the hardness of your water. It is generally agreed upon that central heating systems should be flushed every 5 to 6 years in hard water areas or every 8 to 10 years in soft water areas to maintain high performance.