BoilerFaultCodesAlpha 03 Fault Code
The Alpha 03 fault code means: your boiler has automatically shut down because the exhaust gases escaping through your flue pipe have become dangerously hot, suggesting a potential internal blockage or a cooling issue.. It appears on 23 Alpha models in our database.
Technical description: High flue temperature - Flue sensor intervention (flue temperature too high)
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Gas Safe Register →Alpha models that show the 03 fault code
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- C25 Xtraflame Repair: £150-350
- CD Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec 24 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec 28 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec 33 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus 10 / 18 Repair: £120-350
- E-Tec Plus 24 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus 28 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus 33 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec R Repair: £150-300
- Eco Repair: £150-300
- Eco 11 13 Repair: £180-£350
- Evoke Repair: £150-250
- Evoke 10 / 18 Repair: £120-300
- H25 Xtraflame Repair: £150-350
- Intec 24GS Repair: £150-£300
- Intec 28GS Repair: £150-350
- Intec 40GS2 Repair: £150-350
- Intec 50CS Repair: £150-350
- Intec2 25 28XE Repair: £150-300
- Intec2 30SE Repair: £150-300
Source
Alpha 03 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Alpha service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026