How much does it cost to fix boiler error code 49?

Typical repair cost for the boiler 49 fault is £120-280 including labour.

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Boiler Fault Code 49

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed 27 April 2026

Fault code 49 appears across 3 boiler brands and 12 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your boiler has shut down because the water returning from your radiators has become too hot, usually caused by a circulation problem. (As reported on Alpha E-Tec Regular)

Pick your boiler brand for the 49 fix

Alpha 49 7 models Ferroli 49 2 models Ideal 49 3 models

Source

Information for the 49 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 27 April 2026