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F018 High

Your boiler has shut down because it cannot breathe properly, likely due to a blockage in the pipes leading to the outside of your home.

Technical description: Flue and / or air supply duct is blocked
Typical repair cost: £80-180 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check the external flue terminal on your outside wall for obstructions like bird nests, leaves, or debris.During freezing weather, check if the flue outlet is blocked by ice or snow and gently clear it.Reset the boiler by pressing the reset button once any external obstructions are removed.

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