How much does it cost to repair a fireplace?

<div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-repairing-fireplace-or-woodstove-cost.htm">cost to repair a fireplace</a> depends on the type, extent of repairs needed, and your location. The average cost to repair a fireplace varies depending on the part of the fireplace that needs work:</p><ul><li><p>Firebox: $160–$2,500</p></li><li><p>Refractory panel: $200–$300</p></li><li><p>Hearth: $150–$800</p></li><li><p>Mantel: $500–$1,200</p></li><li><p>Pilot light: $100–$350</p></li><li><p>Igniter: $100–$150</p></li><li><p>Gas valve: $150–$300</p></li><li><p>Thermocouple: $75–$350</p></li><li><p>Thermopile: $75–$350</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Is it worth it to put in a gas fireplace?

<div><p>Yes, it can be worth installing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/gas-fireplace-guide.htm">gas fireplace</a>, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.</p></div>

Q: How much does a gas fireplace insert cost?

<div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/fireplace-insert-cost.htm">gas fireplace insert costs</a> about <b>$3,600 to install, on average</b>. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.</p></div>

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29 years of experience

Shelby & Jante Conner, husband and wife, own and operate The Chimney Sweep, serving their customers across the southeast Kansas region. Shelby Conner is a third generation chimney sweep. Shelby's grandparents started the business in Oklahoma in the 1970's, with Shelby and his mother, Deborah Conner, expanding to southeast Kansas in 1996.

Turn of the Century Chimney, LLC

211 N. Andover Rd

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Turn of the Century Chimney, LLC

211 N. Andover Rd

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Customers say: Quality work

38 years of experience

Turn of the Century Chimney serves the local Wichita area residents with reliable chimney sweep services and dryer vent cleaning and installation. Every chimney cleaning we do includes a visual and camera inspection of your chimney inside and out. We provide Level 1, 2 & 3 chimney inspections, including chimney inspections needed for real estate transactions. We serve the Greater Wichita KS area including Andover KS, Derby KS, Bel Aire KS, Maize KS, Goddard KS, El Dorado KS, Park City KS, Valley Center KS, Augusta KS, Schulte KS, Oatville KS and other nearby communities. From chimney liner installation, complete fireplace installation amd makeover & repair to custom chimney cap installation, chimney crown repair, chimney chase cover replacement, we have been trusted by local residents since 1987 and our CSIA, NFI, NCSG Certified technicians are here to solve all of your chimney and venting problems and keep things running smoothly in your home. We also are CDET Certified Dryer Duct Specialists able to inspect and clean your dryer vents and install new dryer vent systems if needed. Dryer vent fires are a real threat and we want to protect you from this by performing annual cleaning of dryer vents. We are Fully Certified, Licensed and Insured, and our Chimney and Dryer Vent professionals offer Chimney Sweep Services, Chimney Inspection with Camera Inspection, Dryer Vent Cleaning & Installation, Flue Cover Caps, Brick Repair, Tuckpointing, Chimney Repair, Chimney Rebuilding, Fireplace Repair, Chimney Crown Repair, Leaky Chimney Repair, Chimney Damper Installation, Chimney Flashing Repair, Chimney Waterproofing, Furnace Flue Relining, Chimney Lining, PCR Creosote Removal, Gas Fireplace Maintenance, Chimney Chase Cover Replacement, Custom Chimney Caps, Pre-Fab Chimney Changeouts, Fireplace Insert Sales & Installation, Gas & Wood Burning Fireplaces / Stoves, Real Estate Chimney Inspection and more.

"4th company that tried to fix this and the only one that was able to get it done. Very professional and excellent service including clean up after the job that was above and beyond"

Susie R on April 2021

"4th company that tried to fix this and the only one that was able to get it done. Very professional and excellent service including clean up after the job that was above and beyond"

Susie R on April 2021

Gas log services FAQs

A gas log fireplace should be inspected and serviced as needed once a year. Preventative maintenance can help keep your fireplace in working condition and save money in the long run by avoiding more costly repairs on parts that could have been fixed sooner with a regular inspection.

The cost difference between a gas fireplace and a wood-burning fireplace depends on the type of wood-burning fireplace installed. The cost to install a gas fireplace tends to be cheaper than the cost to install a brick wood-burning fireplace. Installing a gas fireplace costs about $3,600 on average, whereas the cost to build a masonry wood-burning fireplace can go up to $30,000. The cost to install a wood-burning fireplace insert or stove can cost from $700 to $6,500, about the same as a gas fireplace on average.

The cost to repair a fireplace depends on the type, extent of repairs needed, and your location. The average cost to repair a fireplace varies depending on the part of the fireplace that needs work:

Firebox: $160–$2,500
Refractory panel: $200–$300
Hearth: $150–$800
Mantel: $500–$1,200
Pilot light: $100–$350
Igniter: $100–$150
Gas valve: $150–$300
Thermocouple: $75–$350
Thermopile: $75–$350

Yes, it can be worth installing a gas fireplace, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.

A gas fireplace insert costs about $3,600 to install, on average. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.

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