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Reline existing flue vs Rebuild chimney

Reline existing flue

Option A in this comparison. See the decision summary below for when this choice wins.

Rebuild chimney

Option B in this comparison. See the decision summary below for when this choice wins.

Decision summary

reline at $3-7K when masonry is sound, rebuild at $15-30K when crown + masonry are failing.

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