Category: Boiler Fault Codes

Knowing how old your boiler helps you decide if it’s time for a repair or replacement. Older boilers often waste energy and can cost more to run. In this guide, you’ll learn how to check your boiler’s age and what to do if it’s getting too old. Why It’s Important to Know Your Boiler’s Age…

Starting your Vaillant boiler for the first time or after it’s been installed might seem a bit tricky. But don’t worry! This guide will show you each step in a simple way so you can get your boiler running quickly and safely. Step-by-Step Instructions to start vaillant boiler When to Call a Gas Safe Engineer…

If you’re thinking about getting a new boiler, you probably want something that’s efficient, reliable, and worth the money. A Vaillant boiler for home is a popular choice, as Vaillant is a well-known name in home heating. Many homeowners trust it for good reason. But is it the right choice for your home? Let’s break…

If you have a Vaillant boiler, you might have heard about a feature called anti-cycling mode. But what does it actually do? In simple terms, anti-cycling mode helps your boiler run more efficiently by stopping it from turning on and off too often. This saves energy, keeps your heating system working smoothly, and helps your…

Setting a boiler timer saves money and time by avoiding unnecessary heating. This guide covers how to set timers on digital and mechanical boilers, including Vaillant, Worcester, and Baxi. Why Set timer on Vaillant boiler? One of the main benefits of setting a timer on your Vaillant boiler is the ability to optimize your heating…

If your Vaillant boiler doesn’t have a thermostat or the one you have isn’t working, don’t worry you can still turn your heating on manually. This guide will show you how to use your boiler without a thermostat so you can stay warm. Why You Might Need to Use Manual Controls You might need to…

If you’ve got an Alpha boiler at home (combi or system), an annual service is one of the simplest ways to keep it safe, efficient, and reliable-especially through UK winters. Alpha themselves advise servicing every 12 months, carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This guide explains: Important safety note (please don’t skip) A…

If your Vaillant boiler shows F61, your boiler has stopped for a safety reason. This fault points to a gas valve actuation/control problem. In plain English, the boiler’s electronics cannot control the gas valve correctly, so the boiler locks out to protect you. Vaillant F61 fault code means the boiler cannot actuate (control) the gas…

The Baxi E118 fault code indicates that your boiler’s water pressure has dropped below the safe operating level typically under 1.0 bar causing it to shut down. This common issue is usually quick and simple to fix by repressurising the system using the boiler’s filling loop. Most homeowners can safely resolve it themselves in just…