How much does it cost to fix Potterton error code Error 130?

Typical repair cost for the Potterton Error 130 fault is £150-250 including labour.

Error 130 High

Potterton Error 130 Fault Code

Q: What does the Potterton Error 130 fault code mean?

Your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot or that a sensor measuring the heat of the exhaust gases is giving a faulty reading, so it has automatically shut down for safety.

Also written as ERROR130 — same fault.

The Potterton Error 130 fault code means: your boiler has detected that it is getting too hot or that a sensor measuring the heat of the exhaust gases is giving a faulty reading, so it has automatically shut down for safety.. It appears on 2 Potterton models in our database.

Technical description: Flue NTC sensor fault or overheat

Typical repair cost £150-250 (including labour)

Engineer required

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

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Potterton models that show the Error 130 fault code

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Source

Potterton Error 130 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Potterton service / installation manuals for each affected model.

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