how much does it cost to repair chimney
1 A chimney sweep and inspection runs $150 to $300. 2  Repairing cracks in a chimney flue costs $250 to $1,000; installation of a new flue liner costs $2,500 to $5,000.  Simple repairs to a chimney crown can cost $500 to $1,000; more complex work (including rebuilding) can cost $1,000 to $2,500.