How Much Does Chimney Relining Cost in Minneapolis, MN?

By Garrett Sullivan, 16 years of experience · November 13, 2026 · 6 min read

In Minneapolis, chimney relining cost starts at $899 for liner installation, and a chimney inspection starts at $39. The inspection and flue details shape the work needed. Call (612) 806-0154 or contact us to book an assessment.

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What Shapes Chimney Relining Cost Beyond the Starting Price?

The $899 starting price is for chimney liner installation; the final scope depends on the flue and the appliance it serves. Liner size, chimney height, access, the existing liner’s condition, and any damage that needs attention can affect the work. An inspection helps identify those details before installation is recommended.

A liner needs to suit the fireplace or heating appliance and the chimney it connects to. The required measurements and the condition of the flue matter more than choosing a liner by appearance. We explain the work clearly and recommend only services a homeowner needs.

For the installation service details, see our chimney liner installation service. You can also review our prices for the published starting prices of other chimney services.

Which Chimney Relining Situation Matches Each Starting Price?

These examples connect common next steps with the starting prices that apply. They are not package prices: an inspection determines what work is appropriate, and separate services are not automatically included together.

• You need the flue assessed — A chimney inspection starts at $39. This is the assessment starting point when you need the flue and related chimney conditions checked before deciding whether a liner repair or installation is needed.
• The inspection identifies a need for a new liner — Chimney liner installation starts at $899. The actual work depends on the flue measurements, liner requirements, access, and any additional damage the inspection identifies.
• The liner may need repair rather than replacement — Chimney liner repair is another service we offer, but there is no repair price listed here. An inspection helps establish whether a repair is suitable or whether installation is the appropriate next step.

Should You Repair the Liner, Install One, or Rebuild the Chimney?

A relining quote should match the condition of the liner and chimney, not assume that every problem calls for a full replacement. These options are different scopes of work; inspection findings determine which one fits.

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What Should You Check Before a Chimney Liner Assessment?

You can gather useful information from ground level without climbing onto the roof or entering the flue. These checks help make the assessment more focused; leave chimney work and internal inspection to a professional.

1. Note the appliance and fuel — Write down whether the chimney serves a fireplace, wood stove, or another appliance, and what fuel it uses. Check the appliance label or manual for its model and fuel information.
2. Find the appliance manual — Look for the manual’s venting or chimney requirements. Check that you have the correct manual for the appliance, since its requirements help guide liner selection.
3. Gather past inspection records — Collect any chimney reports or repair records you already have. Check the dates and note whether they describe liner damage, masonry concerns, or earlier recommendations.
4. Describe changes or events — Write down any appliance changes, smoke problems, chimney fire concerns, or damage after severe weather. Check that your notes distinguish what you observed from what someone previously diagnosed.
5. Photograph only what you can safely see — Use a phone camera to photograph visible fireplace or appliance areas from indoors, without reaching into the flue. Check that the pictures show the area you want assessed and do not require moving hot or heavy components.
6. Keep the appliance out of use if damage is suspected — Do not use a fireplace or appliance when you suspect liner damage or see signs of a chimney fire. Check that the appliance stays off until a chimney professional has assessed the concern.
7. Ask what the inspection will cover — Tell the sweep that relining is being considered and ask whether a Level 2 inspection is appropriate. Check that the inspection plan includes a video scan when relining calls for one.

Why a Video Scan Matters Before Chimney Relining

Relining is a reason to consider a Level 2 chimney inspection. The Chimney Safety Institute of America’s Level 2 inspection procedure calls for a video scan as part of that inspection. A scan can help reveal conditions inside the flue that are not visible from the fireplace opening.

Share any past chimney or appliance changes when booking the assessment. The inspection findings, including the flue’s condition, give the sweep information to determine what liner work is appropriate. A visual look at the fireplace opening alone does not establish the full condition of the flue.

What Signs Mean You Should Stop Using the Fireplace and Call a Sweep?

A damaged or unsuitable liner can affect how combustion gases move through the chimney. Stop using the appliance and arrange an assessment if you notice a new smoke problem, visible liner damage, fallen material in the firebox, or signs of a past chimney fire.

• Smoke enters the room — A change in smoke behavior can point to a venting or chimney problem. Stop using the fireplace and book a chimney sweep in Minneapolis to assess the cause rather than assuming a new liner is the only fix.
• You see debris or damage — Pieces of liner or masonry in the firebox, or visible damage near the opening, need professional assessment. Do not reach into the flue or try to patch the liner yourself.
• There may have been a chimney fire — A chimney fire can damage a liner and surrounding chimney components even when the damage is not obvious from indoors. Keep the appliance off until the chimney has been inspected.

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How to Book Chimney Liner Installation After the Assessment

When you book, explain that you are asking about relining and share the appliance and fuel details you gathered. Mention smoke issues, past damage, or earlier inspection findings so the assessment can address the reason for your concern.

1. Request an assessment — Call (612) 806-0154 or use our contact page to arrange a visit. Tell us which appliance the chimney serves and why you think its liner may need attention.
2. Review the findings — Ask what the inspection found in the flue and whether the recommended work is liner repair, liner installation, or another chimney service. Check that the proposed work addresses the observed condition.
3. Confirm the scope before work begins — Review the liner work being recommended and any separate repairs in the scope. Ask which findings support each item so you understand what the work includes.
4. Schedule the approved work — Once you understand the recommendation, arrange the installation or repair. Keep the assessment details and appliance information available so the work can be matched to the inspected chimney.

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