Average Exterior Chimney Repair Cost

Average Exterior Chimney Repair Cost

Knowing your exterior chimney repair cost will help you determine whether your chimney is really worth the trouble or if you have to get rid of it, replace it or just leave it as it is. Cost is always a big factor in decision-making processes, and this is why we pay great attention to it at RH Renovation NYC. 

When it comes to chimneys, however, there is no one cost that can be determined for sure. The price of repairing a chimney will depend on the materials of the chimney, the age of the structure and the degree of the damage as well as the slope of the roof, and the experience of the contractor. 

On average, a brick and mortar exterior chimney repair costs between $200 and $2000. This type of repair covers cracks in the mortar that expand due to temperature fluctuations. Cracks are very dangerous as they allow CO2 to enter the home and become a quite significant health hazard. In addition, these cracks can also increase the risk of fires in the house. Another issue with cracks is they can allow water to penetrate the structure and cause leaks in your home. These leaks can be easily fixed and cost about $200 to $500

The best course of action is to fix any cracks you see in your chimney as soon as possible so that the damage does not expand and is still in treatable conditions. As a result, the sooner you take action, the lower the cost of the repair will be. As soon as the damage reaches the structure, you can expect the repair cost to go beyond $2000

Also, replacing the chimney from the roofline to the crown costs between $1000 to $4000. While replacing everything up to the fireplace can end up making a dent in your savings. This process costs about $10.000

Easier repairs include crown or flashing repairs and cost between $200 to $400

The best way to lower the cost of the repairs is to be proactive upfront and conduct inspections on your chimney at least once a year to check for cracks or other issues. Contact your local contractor to take a look at your chimney and determine the right course of action. Feel free to contact us at RH Renovation NYC for a free estimate and our team of experienced technicians will get back to you as soon as possible!

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