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 February 2015
We got several different quotes from companies and most of them to us that we needed to replace the whole chimney. Michael informed us that the chimney could be repair or he could just fix it. We decide to have him just fix it. It is supposed to last at least another 10 years now.
MICHAEL BRINK
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Reviewed in November 2013
I called HHS on a Thursday afternoon to tell him that a contractor at my home had discovered - and showed me - that the trim on the front of my Dutch colonial (the second story) was hanging on by a thread and could come crashing down at any moment. Louis from HHS came out within a few hours to...
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Reviewed in September 2019
Perfect - after calling received an immediate response - Ron was out the next day to review the chimney and write up a quote for the repairs. I was given a date for when the repairs would begin - repairs were completed and my chimney looks brand new! Excellent service!
NiagaraBrick.com
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Reviewed in December 2014
This was a very professional firm. They consulted with us every step of the way and we did make some changes - changing to matching color gutters when they found out they would be available, and adding roofing jobs and more storm windows when we were so pleased with their other work. It did...
Black Rock Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2016
Scheduled appointment for estimate within a couple of days from call. Showed up on time for estimate. Give me alternatives. Once I made my choice, work was scheduled within a week. Employees were very courteous. Work was done well and with minimal bother. Price was very fair relative to the work...
Magic Stone General Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2010
We have a slate roof so we have to be careful about who works on it. They were highly recommended to us. We saw that they were probably going to be on the pricier side, but we felt that it was worth it because everybody had been so satisfied. We were happy with them. They were professional and...
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Reviewed in July 2006
They did a great job. They only thing I disliked was that they had to do the job in two parts. They were very clean, but it took too long to get the job done.
CSI
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Reviewed in September 2011
Everything was done professionally and promptly. Would recommend them to anyone in need of chimney repair. Was referred to them by a previous customer who had a similar experience.
Clean Sweep Chimney Service & Heating
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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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