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The cold is coming and in addition to cleaning the radiators, it is important to ensure that they are working properly to avoid any inconvenience.
The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are getting cooler in the morning and especially in the evening. As autumn progresses, it will soon be time to turn on the heating, but more importantly, to make sure it is working properly.
Reactivating radiators is the best way to do it
Regardless of whether you have an independent or centralized heating system, the advice for the correct functioning of the radiators is always valid, both to keep the heat as good as possible and to avoid unnecessary consumption without heating.
It may happen that the radiators require a small maintenance after many months of inactivity, but don’t worry, these are all interventions that, provided there are no serious malfunctions, can be carried out independently.
Cleanliness comes first
One of the first pieces of advice is to clean the radiators thoroughly : in addition to avoiding inhaling dust and dirt accumulated during the months of non-use, careful cleaning also ensures better heat emission. There are different ways to clean radiators. A good option is to use a steam cleaner . This tool, often available at reasonable prices, allows you to completely disinfect the radiators thanks to the high temperatures and steam. Alternatively, you can make it with a mixture of hot water and Marseille soap and then clean it with a cloth or sponge (depending on the type of radiator you have at home).
Whichever method you choose, remember to place rags on the floor to avoid soaking the floor and to work safely.
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