What does the Alpha E38 fault code mean?

Your boiler has detected that the flame inside has gone out unexpectedly, so it has shut down for safety reasons to prevent leaking gas.

How much does it cost to fix Alpha error code E38?

Typical repair cost for the Alpha E38 fault is £120-250 including labour.

Loss of flame signal

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

Six most common causes of dropping pressure.

Lockout fault with a reset-needed pattern.

Older boilers — thermocouple, draught, gas supply.