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Chimney Reline Cost DFW 2026 | $2,490 - $8,400+ by Material | PCE" loading="eager" / fetchpriority="high" decoding="async">Chimney Reline Cost DFW 2026 | $2,490 – $8,400+ by Material | PCE
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TL;DR — Real Reline Pricing by Material
Relining a chimney in DFW in 2026 runs **$2,490 to $8,400**, with material grade as the biggest cost driver: – **304 stainless steel liner** — $2,490-$-+ (good for wood-burning fireplaces and gas) – **316 stainless steel liner** — $3,290-$-+ (required for high-efficiency gas appliances and oil) – **Cast-in-place (cementitious)** — $4,890-$-+ (heaviest-duty, structural reinforcement of failing flue) DFW median PCE reline invoice in 2025: **$3,890**. Every PCE reline carries a **lifetime liner warranty** and our **lifetime workmanship warranty on the install**.When You Need a Reline (Not Just a Sweep)
A chimney needs a new liner — not just a clean — when: – **Clay flue tiles are cracked** (failed Level 2 video scan) – **Post-chimney-fire damage** confirmed by Level 2 – **Appliance change** — installing a new high-efficiency gas insert, wood stove, or pellet stove (different flue size required by code) – **No liner exists** — many pre-1940 chimneys were built without clay tile – **Heat damage** to surrounding combustibles flagged on inspection5 Cost Factors
1. Liner material grade
304 stainless (general purpose) → 316 stainless (corrosion-resistant for condensing appliances) → cast-in-place (structural). Each tier is roughly 30-50% more than the prior.2. Chimney height and diameter
A 25-foot run is standard. 35+ feet adds material and labor.3. Number of bends / offsets
Straight runs are simplest. Two or more 30-degree offsets require flexible liner sections and additional cutting — adds $300-$-+.4. Existing flue condition
A flue that’s structurally sound just needs a liner dropped in. A flue with breached walls needs cast-in-place ($4,890+) because the cement reinforces the structure as it cures.5. Removal of existing failed liner
Removing cracked clay tile or a failed prior stainless liner adds $400-$-+.Material-by-Material Pricing — DFW 2026
| Liner type | Best for | Lifespan | DFW price | |—|—|—|—| | **304 stainless flexible** | Standard wood, gas | 25-40 yrs | **$2,490-$-+** | | **304 stainless rigid** | Open fireplaces, premium install | 30-45 yrs | **$2,890-$-+** | | **316 stainless flexible** | High-efficiency gas, oil, condensing | 35-50 yrs | **$3,290-$-+** | | **316 stainless rigid** | Premium high-efficiency | 40-55 yrs | **$3,890-$-+** | | **Cast-in-place (Heatshield, GuardianCem)** | Structural reinforcement, all fuels | 50+ yrs | **$4,890-$-+** |Common Add-Ons / Bundles
– **Top-mount cap with damper** — $329-$-+ (recommended for stainless installs) – **Insulation wrap** (Lite-Wrap or equivalent) — $389-$-+ (improves draft, often required by code on certain installs) – **Smoke chamber parging** — $689-$-+ (often bundled with reline for proper system rebuild) – **Crown rebuild** — $349-$-+ (commonly needed when failing liner has caused crown damage) – **Stainless mesh + spark arrestor** — included free with stainless linersWhen Each Material Is Right
304 stainless
The default. Works for any wood-burning open fireplace, standard gas log set, or pellet stove. About 64% of our DFW relines.316 stainless
Required when the appliance is condensing (high-efficiency gas furnace, oil heater) because the flue gases contain corrosive acids. About 21% of our relines. **Do not let anyone install 304 in a condensing-appliance chimney** — failure within 5-8 years.Cast-in-place
The right answer when the masonry chimney structure itself is compromised — failed mortar between flue tiles, voids in the chimney walls, or historic chimneys (pre-1940 Highland Park, Preston Hollow, Lakewood) where the original flue is unsafe to leave in service. About 15% of our relines. Premium pricing reflects 2-3 days of crew labor and specialized cementitious products.What’s Included in a PCE Reline
– Pre-install Level 2 video scan documenting condition – Liner material per spec – Top plate and termination cap – Insulation wrap if required by code – Removal of failed prior liner / clay tiles – Smoke chamber prep – Post-install Level 2 video scan documenting code compliance – Lifetime liner manufacturer warranty – Lifetime PCE workmanship warranty – Photo documentation throughoutWatch Out For
– **$1,200 reline quotes** — 304 stainless on the cheapest pre-cut kit, no insulation, no top plate, no documentation, installed in half a day. Will fail UL spec inspection. – **Reline quoted without a Level 2 video scan first** — you cannot diagnose a liner without seeing inside the flue. Anyone quoting blind is guessing. – **304 stainless quoted for a high-efficiency gas appliance** — code violation, will corrode in 5-8 years.How to Get an Accurate Reline Quote
Call **682-226-6257**. We schedule a Level 2 video inspection ($389) which includes a written reline quote. The $389 is **credited toward the reline** if you proceed.FAQ
**Why is reline pricing so wide ($2,490-$-+)?** Material grade (304 vs. 316 vs. cast-in-place) is the biggest factor. Then height, offsets, and existing condition. **How long does a reline take?** Stainless: 1 day onsite. Cast-in-place: 2-3 days plus cure time. **Do I need a reline if my chimney passed last year’s sweep?** Only if a Level 2 video scan shows liner damage. A sweep doesn’t reveal liner integrity. **Is the lifetime warranty real?** Yes — written, registered, transferable to the next owner. We’ve honored claims on relines from 2009. **Does insurance cover a reline?** Sometimes — especially after a documented chimney fire. We format estimates for claims. **Can I install a wood stove without relining?** No, and code agrees. Different flue size required, and current liner must be inspected for compatibility.Schedule Your Reline Inspection
**Call 682-226-6257.** Master-craft reline with lifetime warranty across our DFW + premium-Dallas footprint.Related
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