Pricing
Ontario Fireplace & Chimney Cost Guide
Planning ranges for common work across Ontario. These are estimates, not quotes; your price depends on access, height, condition, and what we find on site.
Chimney Services
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney Sweeping | Single-flue sweep, easy roof access | $180 – $260 |
| Chimney Repair | Spot repointing, small area | $300 – $550 |
| Chimney Liner Installation | Flexible stainless liner, single-storey wood-burning flue | $1,800 – $2,900 |
| Chimney Cap Installation | Single-flue stainless cap, standard size | $225 – $375 |
| Chimney Flashing Repair | Counter-flashing replacement only, single chimney | $425 – $650 |
| Chimney Damper Repair | Throat damper cleaning, freeing, and adjustment | $150 – $260 |
| Creosote Removal | Standard rotary sweep, stage one and light stage two | $180 – $280 |
| Chimney Animal Removal | Inspection and species identification | $120 – $200 |
| Chimney Blockage Removal | Camera diagnostic inspection | $130 – $220 |
| Chimney Odour Removal | Camera inspection to identify odour source | $150 – $220 |
| Chimney Liner Repair | Camera inspection and liner condition assessment | $180 – $280 |
| Chimney Chase Cover Replacement | Galvanized steel chase cover replacement, standard size | $300 – $500 |
Fireplace Services
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Fireplace Repair | Diagnostic visit with written findings | $150 – $220 |
| Fireplace Installation | Site assessment and venting design | $200 – $350 |
| Fireplace Insert Installation | Opening measurement and fit assessment | $150 – $220 |
| Fireplace Glass Door Installation | Standard bi-fold doors, stock size | $450 – $850 |
| Fireplace Mantel Installation | Standard MDF or painted wood mantel, supply and install | $450 – $900 |
| Fireplace Refacing | Paint or whitewash refresh over existing brick or stone | $350 – $700 |
| Fireplace Cleaning | Standard wood firebox cleaning | $120 – $200 |
| Fireplace Childproofing | Standard heat-resistant freestanding hearth gate, supplied and installed | $220 – $380 |
| Smoke Guard Installation | Standard smoke guard, supplied and installed | $180 – $320 |
Gas Fireplaces
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Fireplace Repair | Diagnostic visit with meter testing | $150 – $230 |
| Gas Fireplace Installation | Site assessment and venting design | $200 – $350 |
| Gas Fireplace Conversion | Vented gas log set conversion | $2,200 – $3,600 |
| Gas Fireplace Annual Service | Standard annual gas fireplace service | $180 – $280 |
Electric Fireplaces
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Fireplace Installation | Wall-mount unit installation | $450 – $850 |
| Electric Fireplace Repair | Diagnostic visit | $100 – $160 |
Wood Burning
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Stove Installation | Wood stove installation, straightforward interior chimney route | $3,800 – $6,500 |
| Wood Stove Service | Standard annual wood stove service | $180 – $290 |
| Pellet Stove Service | Full annual pellet stove service | $220 – $340 |
Venting & Ducts
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Dryer Vent Cleaning | Standard single dryer vent cleaning, short straight run | $120 – $180 |
| Dryer Vent Repair | Crushed or kinked section replacement, accessible location | $150 – $280 |
| Air Duct Cleaning | Whole-home cleaning, up to 10 vents | $400 – $600 |
| Chimney Fan Installation | Standard rooftop fan, single flue, straightforward access | $1,100 – $1,700 |
Masonry & Restoration
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney Rebuild | Partial rebuild, above-roof only (single storey) | $3,200 – $6,500 |
| Chimney Crown Repair | Flexible crown coating, minor cracking | $300 – $500 |
| Chimney Waterproofing | Waterproofing application, single-storey chimney | $375 – $600 |
| Chimney Tuckpointing | Spot repointing, top courses only | $450 – $750 |
| Firebox Repair | Crack mapping and firebox assessment | $180 – $260 |
| Smoke Chamber Repair | Video inspection of smoke chamber and flue | $180 – $280 |
| Ash Dump & Cleanout Repair | Cleanout inspection as part of standard sweep | Included – $60 |
| Outdoor Fireplace Installation | Manufactured modular wood-burning unit, installed on prepared pad | $4,500 – $8,000 |
Inspections & Reports
| Service | Typical job | Ontario range |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney Inspection | Level 1 visual inspection (paired with sweep) | $60 – $120 |
| Fireplace Safety Inspection | Standard fireplace safety inspection, wood-burning | $150 – $260 |
| Real Estate Fireplace Inspection | Standard transaction inspection, single fireplace, with written report | $280 – $420 |
What moves the price
- Roof height, pitch and safe access to the chimney.
- Condition found once the system is opened and inspected.
- Parts availability for older or discontinued appliances.
- Permits or municipal requirements for installations.
- Travel distance for rural and northern Ontario locations.