Ideal 013 Fault Code
The Ideal 013 fault code means: your boiler has detected a critical internal software or hardware error that prevents it from operating safely.. It appears on 1 Ideal model in our database.
Technical description: Internal failure - electronic
Engineer required
This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.
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Ideal 013 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Ideal service / installation manuals for each affected model.
Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026