Section H High

Baxi Section H Fault Code

Also written as SECTIONH — same fault.

The Baxi Section H fault code means: your boiler is struggling to light its flame, meaning it cannot heat your water or radiators until the ignition problem is fixed.. It appears on 2 Baxi models 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: Ignition fault: ignition electrode/lead, spark gap, or igniter assembly
Typical repair cost £120-280 (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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Baxi models that show the Section H fault code

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Source

Baxi Section H fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Baxi service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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