How much does it cost to fix Ideal error code 4 / L?

Typical repair cost for the Ideal 4 / L fault is £150-250 including labour.

4 / L High

Ideal 4 / L Fault Code

Q: What does the Ideal 4 / L fault code mean?

Your boiler has detected an internal electrical fault with a safety component, causing it to shut down to prevent any unsafe operation.

Also written as 4L — same fault.

The Ideal 4 / L fault code means: your boiler has detected an internal electrical fault with a safety component, causing it to shut down to prevent any unsafe operation.. It appears on 1 Ideal model in our database.

Technical description: Safety sensor short-circuited.

Typical repair cost £150-250 (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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Ideal models that show the 4 / L fault code

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Maximiser SE Repair: £150-250

Source

Ideal 4 / L 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