How much does it cost to fix Ideal error code E 61?

Typical repair cost for the Ideal E 61 fault is £150-250 including labour.

E 61 High

Ideal E 61 Fault Code

Q: What does the Ideal E 61 fault code mean?

Your boiler's safety mechanism that checks the airflow has become stuck, preventing the unit from lighting safely.

Also written as E61 — same fault.

The Ideal E 61 fault code means: your boiler's safety mechanism that checks the airflow has become stuck, preventing the unit from lighting safely.. It appears on 1 Ideal model in our database.

Technical description: Air pressure switch does not open (W80 only)

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 E 61 fault code

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Imax W Repair: £150-250

Source

Ideal E 61 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