This is my first winter in my really old house. I am under the impression that the old radiators require some sort of key-like device that I would use to somehow release air trapped inside the radiators and make them work more efficiently.
Anyone know anything about this and where a guy like me could buy such a key? Thanks!
2007-01-08 15:50:35 · 3 answers · asked by Andy P 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
They're actually not as hard to find as you might think.
Many hardware stores still carry them, as do some plumbing and heating stores. I would check the local businesses before looking into any major chains.
EDIT TO ADD:
I also found one through Yahoo Shopping, if you can't find one anywhere else.
http://www.usahardware.com/inet/shop/item/83120/icn/20-028027/ldr/6094420.htm
2007-01-08 15:54:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should be able to get a key at any plumbing supply store. If not just repace the bleeder, it'll come with its own key. They are cheap.
2007-01-08 15:57:18 · answer #2 · answered by daffyduct2006 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it were me, I would watch over the shoulder of a plumber that I would call in to bleed one of the radiators, just to see what he/she uses and how they do it.
2007-01-08 15:55:15 · answer #3 · answered by MT C 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋