E11 High

Alpha E11 Fault Code

The Alpha E11 fault code means: your boiler has detected that the water pressure is too low for the system to operate safely.. It appears on 1 Alpha model in our database.

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Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description: Primary water pressure switch open
Typical repair cost £0-160 (including labour)

DIY fix possible

Check the pressure gauge on the front of the boiler; it should be between 1 and 1.5 bar.Locate the filling loop (usually a silver flexible hose) under the boiler.Slowly open the valves until you hear water entering and the gauge rises to 1.5 bar, then close them tightly.

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Alpha models that show the E11 fault code

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Source

Alpha E11 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