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501 High

Your boiler has failed to ignite, which means it cannot light the gas to provide heating or hot water.

Technical description: All Boilers
Typical repair cost: £100-280 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check if other gas appliances, like a cooker, are working to ensure gas is reaching the property.Press the 'Reset' button on the boiler control panel and wait for it to restart.In freezing weather, check that the white condensate pipe going outside isn't frozen and thaw it with warm water if necessary.

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