How much does it cost to fix Alpha error code Spark at ignition electrodes?

Typical repair cost for the Alpha Spark at ignition electrodes fault is £120-250 including labour.

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Alpha Spark at ignition electrodes Fault Code

Q: What does the Alpha Spark at ignition electrodes fault code mean?

Your boiler is attempting to light but is struggling to complete the ignition process, preventing your heating or hot water from working correctly.

Also written as SPARKATIGNITIONELECTRODES — same fault.

The Alpha Spark at ignition electrodes fault code means: your boiler is attempting to light but is struggling to complete the ignition process, preventing your heating or hot water from working correctly.. It appears on 2 Alpha models in our database.

Technical description: Follow section 'F' fault finding

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 Spark at ignition electrodes fault code

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Source

Alpha Spark at ignition electrodes 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