How much does it cost to fix Ariston error code 1 P 3?

Typical repair cost for the Ariston 1 P 3 fault is £120-250 including labour.

1 P 3 High

Ariston 1 P 3 Fault Code

Q: What does the Ariston 1 P 3 fault code mean?

Your boiler is struggling to detect water circulation, which means it has safely shut down to prevent the system from overheating.

Also written as 1P3 — same fault.

The Ariston 1 P 3 fault code means: your boiler is struggling to detect water circulation, which means it has safely shut down to prevent the system from overheating.. It appears on 1 Ariston model in our database.

Technical description: Primary circuit group signal

Typical repair cost £120-250 (including labour)

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This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Ariston models that show the 1 P 3 fault code

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HS Premium Repair: £120-250

Source

Ariston 1 P 3 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ariston service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026