Chimney repair costs $200 to $7,000 in 2026
Chimney repair costs $455 on average for common fixes in 2026, according to Angi, with most jobs at $160 to $750. HomeGuide puts minor repairs at $200 to $850. The price depends on what is broken. A new chimney cap is $200 to $850. Sealing cracks is $150 to $500. Repairing the crown is $200 to $700, and replacing it is $1,000 to $3,000. Repointing or tuckpointing the mortar is $500 to $2,500. Flashing repair is $300 to $1,500. A new flue liner is $1,500 to $7,000. Rebuilding the stack above the roofline is $500 to $8,000, and a full rebuild can reach $15,000.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Angi | Angi lists an average of $455 with most jobs at $160 to $750, tuckpointing at $500 to $2,500 and flue liner installation at $625 to $7,000. |
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists minor repairs at $200 to $850, a new cap at $200 to $850, and a liner replacement at $1,500 to $7,000. |
| This Old House | This Old House lists an average of about $750 with a range of $250 to $13,300. |
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists chimney repointing at $8 to $30 per square foot and a chimney stack at $500 to $2,500. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| What failed | Cap $200 to $850. Crown $200 to $3,000. Repointing $500 to $2,500. Liner $1,500 to $7,000. Rebuild $500 to $15,000. |
| Height and access | Tall stacks and steep roofs need scaffolding or a lift, $300 to $1,000. |
| Material | Brick is cheapest to repair. Stone and stucco cost more per square foot. Repointing runs $8 to $30 per square foot on a chimney. |
| Water damage | A leaking crown or flashing that has soaked the brick turns a $300 fix into a $3,000 one. |
| Liner type | A stainless steel liner is $1,500 to $4,000. Cast in place or clay tile is more. |
What the price includes
A quote covers the inspection (a Level 2 camera inspection is $300 to $600), the repair itself, and cleanup. Masons usually recommend a new cap when repointing or rebuilding. Chimney sweeping ($150 to $350) is separate. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Some small jobs are fine to do yourself from the ground or a safe spot, like a spray sealer on dry brick. Most chimney work is on the roof and is risky. Mortar, crown and liner work needs skill, and a bad repair can let in water or fumes. Hire a licensed mason or chimney pro for the roof work, liners and rebuilds. A pro can also run a camera inspection to see what is wrong inside the flue.
How to judge your quote
- Ask exactly what failed, like the cap, the crown, the mortar, the flashing or the liner.
- Ask for a camera inspection before you agree to a new liner.
- Ask if the price includes scaffolding or a lift for a tall chimney.
- A fair quote lists each repair on its own line and says how long the work comes with a warranty.
- Compare the total with the range above: $200 to $7,000 per repair for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get a Level 2 camera inspection before approving a liner. It is the only way to know the liner is actually cracked.
- Fix the crown and cap first. Most chimney damage starts with water from the top.
- Bundle repointing, a new crown and a cap in one visit. Scaffolding is set up once.
- Do it in summer or fall. Masons are slow in late summer and chimney work needs dry weather to cure.
Why this costs more in 2026
Masons are among the scarcest trades in 2026, and the ones who climb roofs charge accordingly. Mortar, brick and stainless liners all rose in price through 2025 and 2026, and liners are mostly imported with freight up after the oil shock that began in February 2026. Insurers also began demanding chimney inspections on older homes, which pushed more repair work into a tight market.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Angi, HomeGuide and This Old House. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does chimney repair cost?
Angi lists an average of $455 with most jobs at $160 to $750. This Old House lists an average of about $750.
How much does repointing cost?
HomeGuide lists $500 to $2,500 for a chimney stack. Angi lists tuckpointing at $500 to $2,500.
How much does a new liner cost?
HomeGuide lists $1,500 to $7,000. Angi lists $625 to $7,000.
Should I fix it right away?
Yes if water is getting in. Small fixes cost less than the damage that comes later.