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71 High

Your boiler has stopped running because it senses that even though the burner is lit, the water inside isn't getting any warmer.

Technical description: No primary temperature increase detected
Typical repair cost: £120-350 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that the radiator valves and the main isolation valves under the boiler are fully open.Ensure your system pressure is topped up to between 1 and 1.5 bar.Try resetting the boiler to see if the error was caused by a temporary air lock.

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