The three radiator tricks that will save you money and keep you warm this winter

As we dive head first into winter, there are some simple things you can do to help keep your homes warm and toasty and keep your energy bills low.

If you are finding your radiators aren’t getting that hot or are taking a long time to warm up, these plumbers tips will help you get the most out of your heaters.

Inefficient heating can result in higher energy bills as you will need to keep your heating on for longer periods of time in order to heat your home.

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Luckily, most radiator issues are easy to resolve and can be done by yourself at home with some simple tools you most likely already have.

However if you complete all these tasks and your radiators still aren’t working properly then you should call your plumber to come and have a look.

Plumber Zhelyazko Yanchev from Fantastic Services said: “There are plenty of ways to make radiators hotter, and heat up faster, without buying a new boiler and using expensive or specialist tools.

“Hot water radiator systems are very simple and the problems are likely as simple, too.”

These tips will help you to have a more energy efficient system and reduce strain on the boiler, leading to longevity in your heating system as well as saving you money on your energy bills.

According to the plumbing professional, the “fastest and cheapest way” to ensure radiators heat the room properly is to remove any objects in on or under them.

They explained: “That’s because radiators work on the principle that hot air rises by natural convection. Cold air is drawn up the radiator at the bottom and rises out warm at the top.”

So any objects placed on or beneath the radiator will likely disrupt the heating process, so it's