What is a Powerflush?
A Powerflush is a cleansing process that aims to remove deposits of sludge,
rust and any other debris from your central heating system.
These contaminants, if left, can seriously affect the efficiency of a
heating system and, in severe cases, a power flush could be the only option
available. Over time the water in your pipes, boiler and radiators deposits
unwanted byproducts like rust. This rust (plus other dirt and debris)
becomes an unpleasant, mud-like substance that we affectionately refer to as
‘sludge’.
Sludge in your heating system can cause blockages and corrosion which
will lead to both inefficiency and/or breakdown. In extreme cases, it can
be so damaging that a complete boiler replacement is needed
When Do You Need A Powerflush?
If you carry out regular servicing and maintenance (professional servicing
is recommended annually) then a preventative Powerflush should only be
necessary every 5-6 years to clear debris and prevent significant blockages
from taking hold.
However, this will vary depending on the system you have. For example, some
boilers use copper or Aluminium heat exchangers rather than stainless steel
which will corrode quicker.
IMPORTANT: If you are planning to replace your boiler it’s important that
the engineer performs a Powerflush before the installation. Otherwise, you
risk contaminating the new boiler with damaging sludge and debris that’s
hanging around in the old pipework. Clarke’s Gas Services include a power
flush as part of the costs of installing a new boiler.
Contact Us For All Your Power Flushing Needs
For fast and efficient power flushing services in Chestfield, let our professional team take care of your every need. We’re here to help in any way possible. Call us today for a FREE quote!
Signs You Need a Powerflush
There are signs to look out for that suggest that all is not well in your
central heating system.
. Cold areas on radiators e.g. at the bottom
. Excessive noise from the boiler or the heating system pump
. Discoloured water when you bleed the radiators
. Heating is slow to warm up
. Some radiators struggle to heat up as well as others
. Radiators cold but pipes are hot
. Boiler regularly shuts down and needs restarting
. No water escapes when you bleed a radiator
. Noisy radiators and or / boiler
. Small leaks in radiators.
If any of these problems sound familiar to you, it’s time to contact us.
While a Powerflush may be all that is required to get your heating back on
track, unfortunately it’s not always that simple. A system may be so damaged
that it is actually cheaper to replace rather than repair.
What Are the Benefits of a Powerflush?
It’s not all doom and gloom; there are lots of positive reasons to get a
Powerflush carried out too.
. Radiators will heat up quicker
. Radiators will get hotter
. Quieter radiators / boiler
. More energy-efficient system = cheaper energy bills
. Higher hot water temperatures
. More reliable i.e. less chance of breakdown
. Increase the life of your heating system.
How Does a Powerflush Work?
Our engineer will connect a power flush machine to your central heating
system. If it’s a combi it will be connected at the pump head but if it’s a
system boiler it will be connected at the circulation pump. This pump will
push special chemicals through the pipes, boiler and radiators.
This includes a chemical that will remove sludge and rust, a descaler to
remove limescale and a corrosion inhibitor to help prevent future rust from
forming. The engineer will collect and dispose of any contaminated water,
debris or particles that they remove from the system.
Our engineer may also use special tools on the exterior of the radiator to
dislodge stubborn blockages.
The whole process can last anything from 6 – 10 hours depending on the
number of radiators in your home, the age of the system and the severity of
the sludge in the system. The engineer may find more problems than
originally anticipated such as needing new parts to replace those that have
been damaged beyond repair. Most Powerflush jobs can be completed in one day
but some of the more severe cases may require longer.
Call Clarke’s Gas Services for Power Flushing in Chestfield
When it comes to your central heating system not functioning correctly or if you know it’s in need of a thorough clean, then get in touch with Clarke’s Gas Services. Our heating engineers offer a professional and reliable service, they carry out all power flushes of central heating systems to some of the highest standards in the Chestfield area. For the best power flushing in Chestfield, be sure to choose Clarke’s Gas Services. We are proud to offer power flushing in Chestfield and across the surrounding areas, so no matter what we’ll be there for you. Give Clarke’s Gas Services a call on 01795 530060.
Frequently Asked Questions
There could be a build up of sludge, rust and other debris within your central heating system. This may mean that you need a radiator power flush. Get in touch with us today and we will be able to help you get your radiator working efficiently again.
If you are in Chestfield or the surrounding areas, make sure that you get in touch with our team today. Our engineers and plumbers will be more than happy to help you with any of your central heating services; including power flushing.
Depending on the maintenance of your central heating systems, they will typically need power flushing around every 5 years. If your system suffers from faults and you find that your central heating system isn’t working as efficiently, then you may need to get them flushed more frequently.
We would recommend that you still get your systems power flushed, as it will clean out the system and preserve the efficiency of the new boiler. Your radiators and pipework may still be clogged, despite the new system.
The cost of power flushing can depend on the size of the property and what you would like to be power flushed. More often than not we would recommend a full power flush of all systems as this is the most efficient way to complete the power flush.
