EA 227 High
Your boiler is failing to light the gas burner or is losing the flame while it is running, meaning you will have no heating or hot water.
Technical description: No flame detected or flame signal loss during operation
Typical repair cost: £100-£350 (including labour)
DIY fix possible
Check if your gas supply is active by testing another gas appliance like a hob.If the weather is freezing, check if the white plastic condensate pipe leading outside is frozen and thaw with warm water.Press and hold the 'Reset' button for five seconds to see if the boiler restarts.
Protect yourself from future repair bills
A boiler cover plan would cover faults like EA 227 — no call-out fees, no surprises.
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Parts commonly replaced
- Ignition Electrode
- Flame Sensing Electrode
- Gas Valve
- Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
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