Your local, friendly heating experts in Bognor Regis. We provide comprehensive heating and plumbing services throughout West Sussex.
What is Powerflushing?
Powerflushing is a specialised cleaning treatment that removes sludge, rust, and debris from your central heating system. Over time, corrosion and sediment accumulate in radiators and pipework, reducing the efficiency of your heating system and causing cold spots on radiators. Powerflushing uses pressurised water and chemical treatments to flush out these contaminants, restoring your system to optimal performance.
Why Your System Needs Powerflushing
If you’re experiencing any of these issues, powerflushing could be the solution:
- Cold patches on radiators – Sludge buildup prevents hot water from circulating evenly, leaving cold spots at the bottom of radiators.
- Sluggish heating performance – Your boiler works harder to heat your home when the system is clogged, wasting energy and money.
- Increased heating bills – An inefficient system uses more fuel to achieve the same temperature, driving up your costs.
- Noisy pipes and radiators – Trapped debris can cause banging, whistling, and gurgling sounds in your heating system.
- Boiler breakdowns – Sludge accumulation can damage your boiler’s pump and heat exchanger, leading to expensive repairs or premature replacement.
- Recent boiler installation – Powerflushing before fitting a new boiler protects your investment and maintains the manufacturer’s warranty.
Our Powerflushing Process
At T Griffin, we use industry-standard powerflushing equipment and proven techniques to thoroughly clean your system:
- System Assessment – We inspect your central heating system to identify the extent of sludge and corrosion buildup.
- Isolation and Connection – Your system is isolated from the boiler, and our specialised powerflushing unit is connected to the pipework.
- Pressurised Flushing – High-pressure water and chemical cleaning agents are forced through the system to dislodge and remove sludge, rust, and sediment.
- Radiator Flushing – Each radiator is individually flushed to ensure maximum contamination removal.
- System Rinse – The system is thoroughly rinsed with fresh water until the water runs clear.
- Chemical Protection – We add corrosion inhibitors and system protectant chemicals to prevent future buildup and extend the life of your heating system.
- System Recommissioning – Your boiler is reconnected and the system is brought back online, tested, and balanced for optimal performance.
Benefits of Powerflushing
- Improved heating efficiency – Clean systems heat faster and more evenly, reducing energy consumption.
- Lower heating bills – A more efficient system means lower fuel costs and reduced carbon emissions.
- Extended boiler life – Removing sludge protects your boiler’s internal components from damage and corrosion.
- Fewer breakdowns – A clean system is less likely to develop faults, meaning fewer emergency callouts and repairs.
- Better heating comfort – Enjoy consistent warmth throughout your home with no cold patches on radiators.
- Quieter operation – Eliminate banging pipes and noisy radiators.
- Warranty protection – Many boiler manufacturers require powerflushing as a condition of their warranty, especially for high-efficiency models.
Powerflushing and Boiler Installations
If you’re planning a new boiler installation, powerflushing is often recommended beforehand. A contaminated system can:
- Reduce the efficiency of your new boiler
- Invalidate manufacturer warranties
- Lead to premature boiler failure
- Result in costly repairs or replacement
By powerflushing your system before installing a new boiler, you ensure optimal performance and protect your investment.
Get a Powerflushing Quote
Contact T Griffin today for a free assessment of your heating system. Our Gas Safe registered engineers will inspect your system, advise whether powerflushing is necessary, and provide you with a competitive quote.
Complete our online contact form or call us today to arrange your free consultation.
Areas We Cover
We provide powerflushing and central heating services to homes and businesses in West Sussex, covering the following locations:
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