Chimney Liner Repair and Replacement Cost
Chimney liner work is a high-consequence compatibility decision, not a generic pipe replacement. The appliance, fuel, flue dimensions, chimney condition, liner system, height, offsets, access, and local requirements determine the scope.
CSIA Level 2 guidance includes an interior video scan where feasible, checks liner cracks or gaps, considers offsets, measures flue dimensions and height, and evaluates the connected appliance. This is inspection guidance, not a universal sizing formula.
A quote may include inspection, cleaning or access, clay-tile repair, metal relining, another approved liner system, removal of a failed liner, masonry access, cap or crown work, and final documentation. The selected system must be appropriate for the appliance and installed under current manufacturer and local requirements.
The Napoleon S25 manual is one model-specific example: it calls for a sound chimney, qualified installation, local authority consultation, separate Canadian and U.S. code references, and no shared flue with another appliance. Do not generalize it to every appliance. Bring the make, model, fuel, data plate, manual, and prior inspection.
No dependable national liner price or Canadian benchmark was captured. Do not provide generic sizing, clearance, venting, or DIY installation instructions. Ask for compatibility basis, product, access, permits, testing, warranty, and contingencies.