What are common chimney repairs?

<div>Chimney repairs can take many forms for a seemingly simple structure, and costs can vary widely. Common chimney repairs include: <ul><li><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-it-cost-replace-flashing-around-chimney.htm">Chimney flashing repair</a>: $150–$500</li><li>Repointing mortar joints: $400–$2,500</li><li>Repair or replacement of flue liners: $200–$7,000</li><li>Patching brick or stone: $350–$3,000</li><li>Pouring a new concrete top: $100–$3,000</li><li>Repairing chimney caps: $75–$1,000</li></ul></div>

What are the most common chimney problems?

<div>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:<ul><li>Creosote buildup</li><li>Chimney blockage</li><li>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</li><li>Cracked chimney top</li><li>Damaged flashing</li><li>Flue liner damage or deterioration</li><li>Damaged chimney cap</li></ul>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </div>

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Reviewed in January 2006
We were very pleased with the work. They definitely fixed the problem we were having, but went a step farther, and repaired the roof around this area. We were so pleased we hired them to repair some gutters that were not draining effectively. We found the pricing to be very reasonable.
CLEAN SWEEP CHIMNEY & GUTTER SERVICE
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Reviewed in April 2014
Tech listened to my requests, made suggestions for assessing repairs, climbed on roof & took pictures of chimney, explained what he recommended & pricing, upon my approval he did the repairs, took pictures, I paid, and the company emailed the pictures to us!
Clean Sweep of Anne Arundel County
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Reviewed in April 2015
They came twice and did a partial fix, but the chimney was still leaking. They ended up coming a 3rd time and doing a complete fix on the chimney at no extra cost. They were very prompt and courteous. I was very pleased with the work. Within the 15 years we have used them, they have changed...
Complete Chimneys LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
They did a fine job cleaning the chimney, but were supposed to order a part and come back at a later date to fix a crack. They forgot to do that, but eventually noticed the oversight and came back and did the repair. So it worked out ok, just took longer than expected.
ChimneyTEK
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Reviewed in October 2014
I am in an "emergency mode" in regards to unexpected repairs for selling out house. A new chimney cap was one of those repairs and Angie's List had a good deal with a contractor. However, the Angie"s contractor did not contact me as of two days later. Another contractor called me and said he can...
American Professional Chimney & Masonry
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Reviewed in October 2015
Technicians arrived on time. Provided very reasonable estimate. Their estimate was lower than estimates from two other chimney companies. They were there only to fix what was needed to be fixed. No sales pitch for unnecessay work. I felt the other two companies were trying to sell me on things...
Charmed Chimney Service
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Reviewed in November 2014
They were terribly professional. There was a small hole near a gutter. I don't blame them for missing the hole, because our job was big. They did fix the hole, but it took them a fair amount of time and several calls, before they returned to fix it?They performed repairs and inserted the...
Walter Brown Services
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Reviewed in March 2013
They were good. As far as I know they did a good job and fixed all the problem I had. They didn't make a mess and cleaned up after themselves.
Capitol Chimney Service LLC
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Chimney repairs FAQs

Chimney repairs can take many forms for a seemingly simple structure, and costs can vary widely. Common chimney repairs include:

Chimney flashing repair: $150–$500
Repointing mortar joints: $400–$2,500
Repair or replacement of flue liners: $200–$7,000
Patching brick or stone: $350–$3,000
Pouring a new concrete top: $100–$3,000
Repairing chimney caps: $75–$1,000

The cost to replace the chimney crown or top is about $1,550 on average. The range varies widely depending on the size of the chimney, the materials used, accessibility, and the extent of the damage. If you suspect a problem with your chimney top, call a professional masonry contractor for an inspection.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

On average, chimney repairs cost about $455. However, because of the vast range of potential repairs needed, the cost to repair a chimney ranges widely from $160 to $15,000, depending on the type and extent of repairs required.

The cost to replace a chimney is about $10,000 on average and can cost up to $15,000, depending on the size, accessibility, materials, and extent of the replacement. Sometimes tearing the chimney down to the roof line and rebuilding it is an option. But if the chimney's internal structure deteriorates badly enough, a complete demolition down to the fireplace or the foundation may be necessary.

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