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Standard, Column, Cast Iron & Towel Rail Radiator Installation Frequently Asked Questions

Find all your radiator installation frequently asked questions below.


Radiator installation frequently asked questions
Radiator installation frequently asked questions


Q1. Yes! - Our engineers will call you as they travel to your home. Usually arriving at 8:30am.


Should they be delayed you will receive a telephone update providing a new estimated time of arrival.


Installing your new radiators could take from 1 - 5 days depending on the sort of radiator installation & upgrade to your current heating system that you request.



Q2. What qualifications do your plumbing & heating engineers hold?

Our engineers hold the following qualifications: * Gas Safe Registered * City & Guilds Plumbing & Heating * Water Regulations & BPEC G3 Vented & Unvented Hot Water Storage System Installation * Electrical - Part P * Electrical - 18th Edition



Q3. Are your engineers insured for any plumbing, heating or gas work carried out?

Yes - all plumbing, heating & gas work is insured for £5 million public liability & property damage with Zurich.



Q4. How can I pay for my new radiators?

We accept the following payment methods below: * Cash * Debit or Credit cards * Bank Transfers



Q5. Can I speak to someone if I have a question regarding my new radiators or thermostat after the installation?

Yes, we are happy to help you over the phone. We are very familiar with your new radiators & thermostat controls so just give us a call.



Q6. What makes a radiator energy efficient?

Some things that help to make a radiator energy efficient are: 1. A new energy efficient boiler 2. The cleanliness of the water in your heating system 3. New energy efficient smart controls 4. New energy efficient radiators Top 3 Reasons To Chemical Flush Your Boiler & Radiators https://www.gentlemanheating.co.uk/chemical-flush-boilers-radiators Top 3 Reasons To Install A Magnetic Heating Filter https://www.gentlemanheating.co.uk/magnetic-heating-filters



Q7. What are the benefits of having a chemical flush through my boiler & radiators?

Chemical flushes provide an efficient, solution for cleansing boilers & radiators, removing system debris when used in conjunction with an agitator. (Agitator = tool that removes sludge, hardened deposits and blockages from radiators without the need to replace them)

They can help you to avoid costly repair bills by minimising the risk of a complete heating system breakdown.


If you clean your central heating system regularly you will keep it running smoothly and efficiently & won't find yourself spending more than you need to on heating your home.


Top 3 Reasons To Chemical Flush Your Boiler & Radiators


Top 3 Reasons To Install A Magnetic Heating Filter



Q8. I'm having a chemical flush on my radiators, can I upgrade some of my older radiators at the same time?

Yes - During the chemical flush is an ideal time to inject some designer luxury into your homes heating.


Replacing older radiators helps your heating system to work at their very best efficiency while improving the entire look and feel of your rooms.



9. My radiator is not heating up. Will a new radiator fix the problem?


If your radiator is very old then a new radiator may well solve the problem.

Before we recommend replacing your radiator we would recommend completing a few more diagnostic checks on your heating system to really understand what the problem could be.



Q10. Will installing a limescale reducer improve my radiators & boilers efficiency?

A limescale reducer attached to the main supply of your house could protect the hot water heat exchanger from becoming blocked with limescale. If blocked with limescale it would have to work harder to heat your water. https://www.gentlemanheating.co.uk/limescale-reducer-water-filter


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