Chimney Repair Cost in Metro Detroit (2026)

The type of repair is the main factor — installing a cap is inexpensive, while grinding out and repointing failed mortar across a tall chimney, or tearing down and rebuilding the crown or upper courses, is labor-intensive masonry. Access is the next big driver: a chimney on a steep or high roof needs staging and fall protection and costs more to work on than one reachable from a low slope. The extent of damage matters too — a few spalled bricks versus widespread deterioration — and matching old brick and mortar adds care and time.

• Chimney cap / chase cover: roughly $150–$600 installed
• Flashing repair or replacement: roughly $300–$1,500
• Crown repair or rebuild: roughly $300–$2,500
• Tuckpointing / repointing: roughly $500–$2,500+ depending on extent and height
• Partial rebuild (upper courses): roughly $1,500–$4,000+

A full chimney rebuild runs well beyond these and is quoted on its own once inspected.

A trustworthy quote names the specific repairs — repointing, crown, flashing, cap — describes the access and staging, and states whether sealing or brick replacement is included. Be cautious of a vague “we’ll seal it up” bid that does not identify where the water is actually getting in, because sealing over the wrong cause leaves the leak and wastes the money. When we match you with a mason, the inspection findings and the scope are spelled out so the quote addresses the real problem.