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Date Published:
18/06/2008

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George Clarke. How To Bleed A Radiator

George Clarke
Property And Design Expert

George Clarke's top advice on how to bleed a radiator.

Time required:
Five minutes

Cost:
£1.50 for a radiator key

Skill level:
Low

You'll need:
Radiator key; cloth

Overview: If the top of a radiator feels cooler than the bottom you need to bleed your radiators to get rid of the trapped air that’s causing the cold spot. Radiators shouldn’t need frequent bleeding. If they do, air is getting in and this should be sorted out by a professional.

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  1. I have follow the steps to bleed the radiators but they only get to 3/4 full. So still getting cold at the top and no more air comes out ! What should I do ? Thanks Francis
    Posted by Francis on 23/03/2009 23:50:05
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