How much does it cost to fix boiler error code 1.56?

Typical repair cost for the boiler 1.56 fault is £150-300 including labour.

1.56 High

Boiler Fault Code 1.56

Also written as 156 — same fault.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed 7 July 2026

Fault code 1.56 appears across 1 boiler brand and 1 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your boiler is failing to light the burner because it cannot detect a flame, causing it to shut down for safety reasons. (As reported on Johnson Starley Aquair S 10)

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Johnson Starley 1.56 1 model

Source

Information for the 1.56 fault code is sourced from the official service / installation manual for each model that displays it. Read more about how we source fault codes →

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026