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The average cost to install a new clay chimney liner is about $2,875. The estimate includes breaking out the old chimney liner and installing up to 25 feet of new clay\/terracotta liner in sections.<\/p>\n
Typical Range<\/p>\n
$2,400 \u2013 $3,295<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Last Updated: Wednesday, January 12, 2022<\/p>\n $1,900 \u2013 $2,395<\/p>\n<\/th>\n $2,400 \u2013 $3,295<\/p>\n<\/th>\n $3,300 \u2013 $4,300<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n Sections: Overview | Product Costs | Installation Cost | DIY or Pro <\/p>\n <\/img><\/p>\n Your home\u2019s chimney liner is the best defense against a chimney fire that can quickly become a house fire. When the terracotta chimney liner is cracked or the mortar securing pieces together fails, hot gases can seep through the damage and heat wood framing to combustible temperatures.<\/p>\n Chimney flues are also used to vent gas fireplaces, furnaces, wood\/pellet stoves and other combustion appliances.<\/p>\n Homeowners that value traditional materials consider installing a new clay liner. Clay has been used in chimneys for centuries, a much longer track record and more visually appealing than newer stainless steel chimney liners.<\/p>\n However, clay chimney liner cost is significantly higher. The repair process includes breaking out the existing clay tile flue, cleaning the interior of the chimney and replacing the flue in sections \u2013 typically 24\u201d in height. Mortar is used to secure the flue sections.<\/p>\n On this page of Business Finance News, or cost estimates, replacement terra cotta chimney liner cost factors are listed to give you a clear idea of what your costs will be. Replacement cost estimates from reliable estimating sites are included below. Reader-submitted prices with details about the work give a clear idea of costs for projects like yours.<\/p>\n These factors will help you narrow down the cost of chimney liner replacement<\/p>\n Did you know?<\/strong> An insurance company will deny a claim for a house fire if it can show that the homeowner knew the chimney liner needed repair and used the fireplace anyway. Documents from a chimney cleaning or inspection stating the poor condition of the chimney can be enough to stand up in court.<\/p>\n While the cost of a clay chimney liner is much higher than installing a stainless liner, a clay liner lasts much longer. Most remain in good condition for 40-50 years vs 15-20 years for steel.<\/p>\n Here are tools, materials and maintenance needed for clay liner replacement.<\/p>\n The process of breaking out a clay flue is discussed in the DIY section below.<\/p>\n You might need a mechanical safety inspection to ensure the new flue is properly installed. The contractor you choose should know whether you need one \u2013 and will pull the permit and charge you for its cost. Or you can consult your local authorities for DIY work.<\/p>\n This is specialty work, so labor costs are significant. If billed by the hour, expect the charge to be $50-$80 per hour.<\/p>\n The number of hours it will take to install a terracotta chimney flue depends on these factors:<\/p>\n This is a challenging job best left to professionals. Even breaking out the old tile, while it seems easy and a heck of a good time, can go wrong without an experienced touch.<\/p>\n The breaker tool is attached to a rod, which is attached to a drill. As the drill spins, the weights spin, striking and breaking up the tile. (Watch on Reddit) The fireplace or other location the chimney serves will have to be prepared to receive the broken tile and mortar. Tarps are used and the area is taped off to prevent dust from making a mess of your home. Additional rods are added as needed to go deeper into the chimney.<\/p>\n The breaker tools can damage chimney bricks and house framing, adding significant cost to the project.<\/p>\n Once the old clay liner is out and the chimney interior is cleaned, each section of flue must be fitted and mortared into place. That\u2019s a difficult task in a single-story chimney. The challenge is exponentially greater in higher chimneys.<\/p>\n The pros have the experience, skills and tools to do the job properly \u2013 which is very important when the safety of your home is at stake.\u00a0I haven\u2019t replaced a clay tile liner and won\u2019t hesitate to call a contractor if the need arises.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/main><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" $2,875 The average cost to install a new clay chimney liner is about $2,875. The estimate includes breaking out the old chimney liner and installing up to 25 feet of new clay\/terracotta liner in sections. 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\n<\/hr>\nHow Much Does Installing a Clay or Terracotta Chimney Liner Cost?<\/h2>\n
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\n Chimney Height<\/td>\n 12 \u2013 16 Feet<\/td>\n 16 \u2013 25 Feet<\/td>\n 16 \u2013 25 Feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Flue Size<\/td>\n Small<\/td>\n Medium<\/td>\n Medium to Large<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Minor Repairs to Chimney<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Materials Cost<\/td>\n Up to $550<\/td>\n $450 \u2013 $750<\/td>\n $750 \u2013 $1,250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Chimney Cleaned?<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Installed By<\/td>\n Pro<\/td>\n Pro<\/td>\n Pro<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Permit & Inspection<\/td>\n $0 \u2013 $200<\/td>\n $75 \u2013 $200<\/td>\n $75 \u2013 $200+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Clay or Terracotta Chimney Liner Overview<\/h2>\n
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Chimney Liner Clay Tile Price Factors<\/span><\/h3>\n
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