How Much Does Chimney Repair Cost?
Chimney repair costs $455 on average in the U.S., and most homeowners pay $160 to $750, according to Angi’s 2026 cost data. Bigger jobs cost more: tuckpointing runs $500 to $2,500, a new liner about $2,500, and a full chimney rebuild $10,000 to $15,000.
Ember Chimney & Fireplace does not quote repairs over the phone. We inspect first, show you photos, and give you a written price before any work starts.
Chimney Repair Cost by Type of Repair
These are national prices published in 2026. Your price depends on your chimney.
| Repair | National price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney crown repair (sealing cracks) | $150 to $350 | Angi |
| Chimney crown replacement | up to $3,000 | Angi |
| Chimney cap replacement | about $300 | Angi |
| Tuckpointing | $500 to $2,500 | Angi |
| Repointing | $4 to $25 per square foot | Angi |
| Chimney liner (relining) | $1,500 to $5,000, about $2,500 average | HomeAdvisor |
| Full chimney replacement | $10,000 to $15,000 | Angi |
What Changes the Price of a Chimney Repair
- What is damaged. A crown, cap or flashing repair is a smaller job than relining or rebuilding the top of the chimney.
- How far the damage has spread. Water that gets past a cracked crown or worn flashing keeps breaking down the brick and mortar under it. A repair caught early costs less.
- Chimney material. Brick and stone chimneys cost more to repair than metal or prefab chimneys, which usually need parts rather than masonry work.
- Height and roof pitch. Tall chimneys and steep roofs need more safety gear and time.
- Matching materials. Brick, stone and mortar matched to your home take more care than a standard part.
The Most Common Chimney Repairs
Chimney Crown Repair
The crown is the concrete slab on top of a brick chimney. Small cracks can be sealed; deep cracks mean the crown has to be rebuilt. Read why a cracked crown needs quick action.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Flashing is the metal that seals the gap between the chimney and the roof. When it lifts or rusts, water stains show up on the ceiling or in the attic next to the chimney.
Masonry Repair and Tuckpointing
Cracked, crumbling or missing mortar is cut out and replaced. Spalled bricks, where the face flakes off, are replaced with matching brick. See our masonry repair page.
Chimney Relining
A cracked or missing flue liner lets heat and smoke reach the wood framing of your home. Relining puts a new liner inside the flue. See chimney relining.
Chimney Cap Replacement
A rusted, bent or missing cap lets in rain and animals. See chimney cap installation.
How Ember Prices Chimney Repairs
- Inspect first. Most repairs start with the $149 Chimney Safety Package: a sweep, a safety inspection and a photo report.
- Show you the damage. You see photos of what we found.
- Price in writing. You get a written price before any work starts. Nothing is done until you say yes.
- Credit the inspection. If you book the repair within 30 days, the full $149 is credited toward it (one package per household).
Book a Chimney Repair Inspection
Ember Chimney & Fireplace is a BBB Accredited Business with an A rating, and we are licensed, bonded and insured. Our CSIA-certified chimney technicians offer guaranteed same-day service, and our Zero-Mess Guarantee means your floors and furniture look the same when we leave as when we arrived. Seniors get 10% off and military members get 5% off.
Learn more on our chimney repair page.
