Why You Might Need a Powerflushing Service

Powerflushing is a process that removes sludge and debris by using powerful chemicals to flush them out. Sludge and debris are usually found in your radiators or your central heating system, but undergoing powerflushing will ensure that they are eliminated and that your water is able to circulate effectively. There might be instances where you need a powerflushing service. If you’re experiencing any of the following points listed, get in touch with a professional.

Some of your rooms are cold

If some of your rooms are colder than others, there might be problems with your radiator. You may be experiencing a build-up of sludge and debris. Therefore, powerflushing may be needed to solve your problem. Our article on the 4 Reasons Why Your Radiator Is Not Working has a section on sludge and debris that might be helpful.

It may take longer for your central heating system to warm up

Another reason why you might need powerflushing may be due to problems with your central heating system. If your central heating system takes longer to warm up, undergoing powerflushing will help speed it up.

You have to bleed your radiators regularly 

You may need powerflushing if you have to bleed your radiators frequently. You’ll usually have to bleed your radiators if there is air trapped in your system, but it is unusual if you have to constantly bleed your radiators. Furthermore, if the water coming from your radiator is dark or discoloured, this might be a sign of sludge and debris, so powerflushing is a must if this is the case.

You have limited water or no water

If you have limited water or no water, you might need powerflushing to fix this issue. This may happen due to sludge and rust being present in your system.

A new boiler is installed

If you have a new boiler installed into an old central heating system, you may need to undergo powerflushing in order to avoid damaging your new boiler. Old central heating systems might have contaminants present and these contaminants can lessen the efficiency of your new boiler if you don’t powerflush.

These are the reasons why you might need powerflushing. If you plan for your system to undergo powerflushing or for any enquiries, get in touch with our plumbing services here.