10 Medium

Alpha 10 Fault Code

The Alpha 10 fault code means: your boiler is struggling to manage the water pressure inside its internal components, which may prevent your hot water from heating up properly.. It appears on 23 Alpha models in our database.

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This fault should be looked at by a Gas Safe engineer within the next week or two. It may get worse if left.

Technical description: DHW expansion device (if fitted)
Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Alpha models that show the 10 fault code

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Source

Alpha 10 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 7 July 2026