can a DIYer replace old radiator values with TRVs

Alan Delta Lima

hi all,

how big of a job is it to replace the old standard open/closed radiator values with newer TRV values (smart ones to link to my boiler controller) in my house ?

messy and better to get an expert, or straight forward with time and patience ?

finding it hard to get someone local to quote for the job

its for +-9 rads across the house

thanks !

Fortwilliam21

Its apiece of cake, just drain down the system and get yourself a couple of spanners and a bucket, shallow tray and plenty of old towels. Turn off the water or tie up the ballcock in the tank in the attic. If you can find a drain off valve use that otherwise start downstairs, take your time draining the first rad, just loosen the nut connecting the valves and catch the water coming out in the tray and empty into the bucket until no more comes out.

TimHorton

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058312570/can-a-diyer-replace-old-radiator-values-with-trvs

Best video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjsPZirB9Cg , Done mine using this method. Complete Novice here.