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Heating expert warns of 8 radiator mistakes that could knock £37,000 off your house

Improper DIY radiator removal could reduce a property's sale price by around 10%, devaluing the average home by around £37,000 based on an average house price of £368,019. Appliances Direct Radiator Expert Sam Carter warns that incomplete heating system repairs flagged during surveys impact valuations significantly.
A surge of DIY renovation content on TikTok has encouraged many to attempt radiator removal without guidance. This trend often leads to errors like cracking open a hot radiator or failing to isolate valves, causing significant damage.
Homeowners should avoid 8 specific mistakes, including failing to plug radiator ends to contain staining black sludge and leaving exposed pipes uncapped. Failing to cap valves can cause heating system pressure to drop, creating expensive repair nightmares when freezing outside.
While a plumber might charge £80 per radiator, DIY enthusiasts can have scrap metal collectors take radiators for free or payment. Electric models must be treated as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and taken to designated recycling points.
Radiator Expert Sam Carter at Appliances Direct said: "So if you're planning upgrades before selling your property, it's important to remove radiators properly and dispose of them responsibly." This guidance emphasizes planning as essential for protecting home value.

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