Alpha 44 Fault Code
The Alpha 44 fault code means: your boiler has detected an issue with how it manages its internal gas supply and has safely shut down to prevent potential damage or unsafe operation.. It appears on 13 Alpha models in our database.
Technical description: Block for exceeding gas valve frequent maximum opening time
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 44 fault code
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- Cd50s Cd70s Repair: £250-450
- E-Tec Plus Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus 28 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus 33 Repair: £150-300
- E-Tec Plus NX Repair: £150-300
- Eco Repair: £150-300
- Eco 11 13 Repair: £150-300
- Intec 40GS2 Repair: £120-250
- Intec 50CS Repair: £120-250
- Intec S Repair: £150-300
- Intec2 25 28XE Repair: £150-300
- Intec2 30SE Repair: £150-300
- SY9 24 Repair: £250-450
Source
Alpha 44 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