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Chimney Rebuild in Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Elite Chimney Sweep handles chimney rebuild in Grand Rapids, MI, taking down only the brick that has failed and laying it back up straight, plumb and tight.
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When a Chimney Needs a Rebuild
A partial rebuild above the roof typically costs $2,000 to $6,500, and a full rebuild down to the firebox runs $6,000 to $12,000 and up. Most chimneys need neither. A rebuild is like replacing the rotten top of a fence post: the sound part stays and the rotten part goes. We stage our rebuilds from a platform 3 feet below the work, so nothing drops onto your roof.
We rebuild when bricks are loose all the way down, the stack leans, or spalling goes deeper than tuckpointing can fix. Until we've seen it on the roof, we won't call it. A camera scan of the flue and a close look at the brick come first, and you'll see the pictures. We plan a partial rebuild over 2 or 3 days, and our quote lists every course of brick we expect to replace.
Call (616) 317-7774 to talk about a chimney rebuild.
Questions?Contact UsChimney Rebuild Options in Grand Rapids
The size of the rebuild depends on how far down the damage goes. We take down only what has to come down.
Partial Chimney Rebuild
Down to a sound course of brick, usually just above the roof line, then back up with new brick, a new crown and a cap. This is the most common rebuild we quote.
Full Chimney Rebuild
Takes the chimney down to the firebox and builds it back, with a new liner where the old one can't be saved. It's the big job, and we say so only when the scan and the roof look call for it.
Leaning Chimney Repair
A chimney that leans is moving. If the tilt is in the top rows, a partial rebuild fixes it. If it's lower, we look at the footing and the framing first.
Rebuild With New Crown and Cap
Every rebuild gets a fresh sloped crown at the top, and a stainless steel cap over the flue. See chimney crown repair and chimney cap installation.
Brick Matching
We match brick color and size as close as the supplies allow. Reused bricks that are sound go back on the front faces, and new ones fill in at the back.
Rebuild or Repair Decision
If tuckpointing and a few new bricks will do, we say so. A tuckpointing job costs a fraction of a rebuild, and we'd rather lose the bigger job than sell it.
Chimney Rebuild Prices in Grand Rapids
- Partial rebuild above the roof: typically $2,000 to $6,500
- Full rebuild to the firebox: typically $6,000 to $12,000 and up
- Leaning chimney: quoted after the scan and a look from the roof
- Time: a few days for a partial rebuild, longer for a full one
Typical Grand Rapids ranges for 2026, not a quote. Height, brick type and access change the price.
What Every Rebuild Includes
- A camera scan and a close look at the brick before we quote
- Taking down only the course that has failed, down to sound brick
- New brick and fresh mortar laid up straight and plumb
- A new sloped crown and a stainless steel cap
- A digital report with photos emailed to you
Partial or Full Rebuild: Which One Fits
| Scope | When it fits | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Partial rebuild | Bad brick in the top rows or just above the roof | $2,000 to $6,500 |
| Full rebuild | Bad brick or a failed flue all the way to the firebox | $6,000 to $12,000 and up |
| Leaning chimney | A visible tilt, gaps at the roof line | Quoted after the scan |
Signs Your Chimney May Need a Rebuild
- Bricks that move when you push them
- A chimney that leans away from the house
- Spalling that goes past the face of the brick
- Mortar that's open and crumbling from the roof line to the top
- A gap where the chimney pulls away from the wall
If your chimney leans, stop using the fireplace until we've looked. A tilt that grows is not something to wait out.
How We Decide Repair or Rebuild
The camera scan covers the inside, and the roof look covers the outside. If the brick is sound and the mortar is the problem, we tuckpoint. If the brick has gone soft or the stack has moved, we take it down. Our crew would rather say "you're fine, come back next fall" than quote a rebuild you don't need.
What a Rebuild Looks Like
The crew sets a platform, takes the failed brick down to a sound course and cleans off the old mortar. Then it goes back up one course at a time with new mortar, checked with a level as it rises. The crown and the cap go on last. A partial rebuild usually takes a few days.
Why We Match the Brick
On a 1960s ranch in Rockford, the top six feet of brick had spalled away, and the original brick was no longer made. We took it down to sound brick, saved the good ones for the front faces and matched the rest. From the street it looks like it was always that way.
Before the Rebuild
A leak, a crack or a crumbling joint usually starts the story. See chimney leak repair if water is the problem, and chimney liner installation if the flue inside is cracked too.
Every Visit Ends With a Written Report
A digital report of the camera scan with photos, and repair quotes you can read at the kitchen table. Nothing gets booked until you say so.
Questions we hear
Chimney Rebuild FAQs
How much does a chimney rebuild cost in Grand Rapids?
A partial chimney rebuild above the roof in Grand Rapids typically costs $2,000 to $6,500, and a full rebuild down to the firebox typically runs $6,000 to $12,000 and up. Height, brick type and roof access change the price. A camera scan and roof look come before any quote.
When does a chimney need to be rebuilt instead of repaired?
When bricks are loose all the way down, the stack leans, or spalling has gone deeper than the face of the brick. Tuckpointing at $600 to $2,800 fixes mortar, but it can't straighten a leaning stack or save soft brick. A close look on the roof tells us which one you have.
What is a partial chimney rebuild?
A partial rebuild takes the chimney down to a sound course of brick, usually just above the roof line, and rebuilds it with new mortar, a new crown and a cap. It typically costs $2,000 to $6,500 and takes a few days. Most rebuilds we quote are partial.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?
It can be. A chimney that leans is moving, and a tilt that grows can pull away from the house and crack the flue. Stop using the fireplace until we've looked. If the tilt is only in the top rows, a partial rebuild at about $2,000 to $6,500 can fix it.
How long does a chimney rebuild take?
A partial rebuild usually takes a few days, and a full rebuild takes longer because the whole stack comes down to the firebox. Mortar needs temperatures above freezing to cure, so cold weather can add days. The crew sets a platform first and works course by course.
Can you match the brick on an old chimney?
Usually close. We match color and size as best the supplies allow, reuse sound original bricks on the front faces and put the new ones at the back. Very old or unusual brick can take more hunting. If we can't get close, we show you samples before we start.
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Our Other Chimney Services
Chimney Crown Repair
Hairline cracks sealed and coated, or a broken-up crown rebuilt with a sloped slab that sheds water.
Chimney Inspection
Level 1, 2 and 3 inspections with a camera scan of the whole flue and a photo report emailed to you.
Chimney Leak Repair
Flashing, crown, brick or cap: we trace the water first, then fix the part that is letting it in.
Chimney Liner Installation
Cracked clay tile sealed with HeatShield, or a new insulated stainless steel liner the full height of the flue.
Chimney Tuckpointing
Crumbling mortar joints ground out and repacked, loose bricks replaced, the top of the stack made tight again.
Where We Do This Work
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Book Your Sweep, Inspection or Repair Quote
Leave your name, number and a line about the chimney. We call you back during office hours to set a time.
- Camera scan with every sweep
- Written report with photos
- CSIA-certified sweeps on the crew