What should I do if the floor at home is not warm? A complete summary of popular solutions in 10 days
As temperatures continue to drop in winter, whether floor heating is hot has become a hot topic on the Internet recently. According to social platform data in the past 10 days, the number of reads on topics related to #floorheatingbuheat has exceeded 230 million, and the search volume for the keyword "floor heating repair" on Douyin has increased by 180% week-on-week. This article will combine the latest hot cases and expert advice to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Analysis of hot data on floor heating issues across the entire network

| platform | hot topics | amount of discussion | core issues |
|---|---|---|---|
| #Northern Floor Heating Is Not Hot Self-Rescue Guide# | 428,000 | Insufficient water temperature and blocked pipes | |
| Douyin | "Teaching on Floor Heating Exhaust" | 38 million views | Air blockage problem accounts for 67% |
| Zhihu | "The efficiency of floor heating decreases after three years" | 1246 answers | The problem of scale deposition is prominent |
| little red book | #floor heating save money repair guide# | 52,000 collections | DIY cleaning methods attract attention |
2. Solutions to the five major high-frequency problems
1. System air blockage problem (43%)
The three-step exhaust method demonstrated in a recent popular Douyin video:
① Close all valves
② Exhaust air one by one starting from the end of the water distributor
③ Close the exhaust valve immediately after hearing the "hissing" sound
2. Insufficient water temperature (accounting for 28%)
| Possible reasons | Self-examination method | solution |
|---|---|---|
| Boiler set temperature is too low | Check panel display temperature | Adjust to 55-60℃ (recommended by Weibo hot post) |
| Water pump failure | Touch the pump body to see if it vibrates | Professional repair or replacement |
| Damaged pipe insulation | Infrared thermometer detection | Repair insulation materials |
3. Pipe blockage problem (accounting for 19%)
Zhihu highly praised the recommended cleaning cycle in this answer:
• Newly installed system: No cleaning required within 3 years
• Used for more than 3 years: flush once every 2 years
• Areas with hard water: flush once a year
4. Impact of ground covering (accounting for 7%)
Xiaohongshu’s measured data shows:
Thick carpets will lower the room temperature by 3-5°C. It is recommended to use stone or ceramic tiles with good thermal conductivity.
5. System design defects (accounting for 3%)
Professional testing is required:
• Whether the distance between pipes is >30cm
• Is the manifold circuit balanced?
• Is the installation position of the thermostat reasonable?
3. Cost-effectiveness comparison of recent popular maintenance solutions
| Maintenance items | average market price | DIY feasibility | Effect duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duct exhaust | 0 yuan | ★★★★★ | 1-2 months |
| Filter cleaning | 80-150 yuan | ★★★☆☆ | 6-12 months |
| chemical cleaning | 500-800 yuan | ★☆☆☆☆ | 2-3 years |
| Pulse wave cleaning | 1200-2000 yuan | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 3-5 years |
4. Latest suggestions from experts (from the December Industry Summit)
1. Prioritize the inspection of the water distributor: nearly 60% of the problems are concentrated in the water distributor.
2. Testing is most accurate in the early morning: to avoid temperature misjudgments caused by sunlight during the day
3. Installing a smart thermostat: can save 15%-20% energy (JD.com data shows monthly sales increase of 210%)
5. Emergency handling plan
Please stop using it immediately if you encounter the following situations:
• There is obvious leakage in the pipeline (Weibo case shows that leaving it alone may lead to compensation for downstairs)
• The boiler reports E1/E4 error code (Douyin maintenance technician reminds that there may be safety hazards)
• There is a peculiar smell of gas in the room (recently, fire departments in many places have issued special reminders)
From the above structured analysis, it can be seen that most floor heating problems can be solved through simple operations. It is recommended that users follow the step-by-step solution of "self-examination - basic treatment - professional maintenance", which can not only save costs but also ensure the heating effect. Bookmark this article and use the table data to quickly locate solutions when encountering problems!
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