There are many benefits to installing a hydronic heating system which can be found in our other blog post ‘Benefits of Hydronic Heating Over Ducted Heated Heating’ which can be found here. Seasonal maintenance and repairs are required for hydronic heating systems to last and run efficiently for years. That being said, as with any other piece of technology or appliance in your home, it is not uncommon to find parts or components of your hydronic heating system breakdown or begin to malfunction. That being said, most of the time, common problems found with hydronic heating will often not require you to replace the system entirely.
In this short article, we list a few common problems that may be found with hydronic heating systems that we would recommend getting serviced or fixed, otherwise looked at by a heating professional.
Air in Radiators
One way to check whether there is an issue with your radiator is to identify any cold areas of the radiator itself. A cold section or spot on a radiator is most likely a result of air or hydrogen within the system which further indicates that your system is inefficiently functioning. If left unattended and untreated, it will further restrict the flow of air and reduce the system’s ability to provide heated air in a space.
Noisy Boilers
Having a noisy boiler can be a distinct indicator of your heating system having a problem. The noises you hear could be due to multiple different factors, with the most common reason being due to a buildup of dirt and waste in the boiler. The build up of grime tends to increase the pressure on particular parts of the boiler, causing other parts of the boiler to become overworked.
Pump Failure
Pressure to the system’s heating pump can be due to a lack of maintenance, where your system has been left untreated and unserviced for a long period of time. Heat pumps often tend to wear out more easily due to the increased bearing, potentially resulting in the pump’s failure.
Power Flushing
After years of use, a heating system would most likely have accumulated dirt and grime that could result in your system no longer being able to function as efficiently as it used to. In order to overcome this issue, we recommend having a professional service your system to clean either your radiator panels, in-floor heating or boiler with power flushing. ‘Power flushing’ is the term used for the cleaning process of removing the built-up dirt and grime from your heating system.
At Hydrotherm Hydronic, we offer Hydronic Heating installation, products and systems. Get in touch for a quote at [email protected], or speak to one of our experts on (03) 9464 4622 today!
