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A01 High

Your boiler has failed to light the flame, which means you will not have any heating or hot water until the issue is resolved.

Technical description: Ignition error – possible electrode fault or power too low, no gas or excessive condensate level
Typical repair cost: £90-280 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check that your gas pre-payment meter has creditEnsure your external gas emergency control valve is turned onPress the 'Reset' button on the boiler control panel for 1 secondCheck that the white plastic condensate pipe outside has not frozen in cold weather

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