How much does it cost to fix Glow-worm error code Compact e / s?

Typical repair cost for the Glow-worm Compact e / s fault is £140-£260 including labour.

Compact e / s Medium

Glow-worm Compact e / s Fault Code

Q: What does the Glow-worm Compact e / s fault code mean?

Your boiler is providing central heating as normal but is failing to produce any hot water when you turn on your taps.

Also written as COMPACTES — same fault.

The Glow-worm Compact e / s fault code means: your boiler is providing central heating as normal but is failing to produce any hot water when you turn on your taps.. It appears on 3 Glow-worm models in our database.

Technical description: No DHW

Typical repair cost £140-£260 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Glow-worm models that show the Compact e / s fault code

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Source

Glow-worm Compact e / s fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Glow-worm service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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