How much is new chimney?

How much is a new chimney? The cost of building a brand new structure in Chicago can vary significantly based on several factors. Typically, a Chicago rebuild ranges between $5,000 and $30,000. The final price will depend on the scope of work required, the size and type of the installation, the number of fireplaces or utility flues that need to be constructed or repaired, and other specific details unique to your project. Consulting Chimney Monkey can help clarify these factors.

Several elements influence the overall expense, including the type of materials used, the height of the structure, the complexity of the design, and labor costs. To obtain an accurate estimate for your project, it’s best to consult with a professional contractor, like Chimney Monkey.We can assess your specific needs and provide a detailed cost breakdown for your rebuild, ensuring you have all the information necessary to make informed decisions. If you’re still wondering how much is a new chimney, reach out to Chimney Monkey today for expert guidance!

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For a fuller breakdown of what drives the price of masonry work, including access, staging, mortar specification and what a proper written quote should contain, read our full guide to chimney repair costs in Chicago.

Our Current Prices

These are our typical rates as of September 2026. Prices change, so call 847-994-4388 to confirm current pricing. They are the numbers we quote on the phone, not an estimate that changes when we arrive.

• Chimney sweep — $300 to $350 (rates as of September 2026). A full sweep of the flue, smoke chamber and firebox, with the Level 1 inspection included.
• Level 1 inspection — $200 to $300. Visual inspection of all readily accessible parts of the chimney and appliance, with photographs.
• Utility chimney inspection — $200 to $300. The flue serving your furnace or water heater. Different appliance, same flat rate.
• Level 2 inspection — around $300. Adds a camera survey of the flue interior. Required at sale, after a chimney fire, and whenever the appliance changes.
• Fireplace liner — roughly $200 per linear foot. Most complete liner jobs land between $3,000 and $4,000 depending on flue height and whether existing clay tile has to be broken out.

Masonry work — tuckpointing, crown replacement, firebox and above-roof rebuilds — is quoted in writing after inspection, because scope and access vary too much to price honestly over the phone. Prices are current at the time of writing; call 847-994-4388 to confirm.

New Chimney and Chimney Cost Questions

How much does a chimney sweep cost in the Chicago area?

A chimney sweep runs $300 to $350 and includes the Level 1 inspection. That covers masonry fireplaces, factory-built units and stoves. Heavily glazed creosote, multiple flues and difficult access can move it. Typical rates as of September 2026.

How much does a chimney inspection cost?

A Level 1 inspection is $200 to $300, and the same range covers a utility inspection of a furnace or water heater flue. A Level 2 inspection with a camera survey of the flue is around $300, with a discount for each additional flue.

How much does it cost to reline a chimney?

A fireplace liner is sized per flue and most complete jobs land between $3,000 and $4,000, depending on flue height and whether existing clay tile has to be broken out. A utility flue liner serving a furnace or water heater typically runs $3,000 to $3,800.

Do you charge for estimates?

Estimates for repair work are free and itemized. The inspection fee is separate, and it buys a documented diagnosis: photographs, a camera survey of the flue where conditions allow, and a written explanation of what needs correcting now versus what can wait. A free estimate prices a known job. A diagnostic inspection determines what the job actually is.

Why are masonry repairs not priced on this page?

Because scope and access vary too much to price honestly in advance. Tuckpointing, rebuilds, custom caps and chimney removal are quoted in writing after an inspection or a measurement visit. Pricing an unknown condition is guessing.

How much does a new chimney cost?

A full chimney rebuild is quoted after inspection, because the price depends on height, access, how much of the stack is being rebuilt and what the existing masonry will support. Partial and roofline-up rebuilds are common and cost far less than a full replacement. An inspection produces a firm written quote.