If the coil is located on the back of the zipper instead of the front it is an Invisible Zipper. Metal zippers consist of individual metal teeth. They are typically made from nickel, brass, aluminum and manganese.
Cost of Repair. The cost to re-line a chimney can be very expensive! Repair costs generally range from about $2000.00 to $4500.00 per flue or more! In a Real Estate transaction, you may have the opportunity to negotiate defects that are disclosed as part of the inspection process.
Calculate the amount of square inches that needs to be rebuilt. The rebuilding cost runs approximately $100 to $200 per square inch. This is determined by the materials used and the labor cost, which you can save on if you are rebuilding the chimney yourself.