E18 High

Ariston E18 Fault Code

The Ariston E18 fault code means: your boiler is struggling to keep the flame stable and attached to the burner, which prevents it from heating properly.. It appears on 2 Ariston models in our database.

Call an engineer soon

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

Technical description: Flame lift
Typical repair cost £120-350 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Ariston models that show the E18 fault code

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Source

Ariston E18 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