BoilerFaultCodesAlpha E01 Fault Code
The Alpha E01 fault code means: your boiler has failed to light, which means your heating and hot water will not work until the system is reset or the fuel supply is restored.. It appears on 30 Alpha models in our database.
Technical description: Ignition failure
DIY fix possible
Check if other gas appliances in your home, like a hob, are working to ensure gas is reaching the propertyEnsure your gas meter has credit if you are on a prepay systemPress and hold the 'R' (Reset) button for a few seconds to try and restart the boiler
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Gas Safe Register →Alpha models that show the E01 fault code
Click a model for the full fault code list and model-specific repair notes.
- 240XE Repair: £100-£350
- C25 Xtraflame Repair: £120-250
- CB24 Repair: £120-250
- CB28 Repair: £150-300
- Cb50 Repair: £120-250
- Cd13r Repair: £120-250
- CD24 Repair: £120-250
- Cd25 Repair: £100-280
- CD28 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec 24 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec 28 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec 33 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Plus Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Plus 10 / 18 Repair: £100-350
- E-Tec Plus 24 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Plus 28 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec Plus 33 Repair: £120-250
- E-Tec R Repair: £120-250
- Evoke Repair: £120-250
- Evoke 10 / 18 Repair: £100-350
- H25 Xtraflame Repair: £120-250
- Intec 28GS Repair: £120-250
- Intec 40GS2 Repair: £120-250
- Intec 50CS Repair: £120-250
- Intec2 25 28XE Repair: £120-250
- Intec2 30SE Repair: £120-250
- Pro Tec 24 Repair: £120-250
- Pro Tec Plus Repair: £120-250
- SY Repair: £120-250
Source
Alpha E01 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