HEATING
Wood Stove Installation Cost: In 2026
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A wood stove cuts heating bills and adds cozy heat — but the chimney work is the real cost. Here's what a pro installation runs in 2026.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
Wood stove installation runs $3,000–$8,000 in 2026. The stove runs $800–$3,500; labor including chimney and venting runs $500–$3,000. A simple insert into an existing chimney costs less; a new flue adds more.
What it costs
The stove itself runs $800–$3,500 (pellet stoves run $1,700–$3,500). Labor runs $500–$3,000 including chimney liner, hearth and clearance work. A full installation with new chimney pipe runs $3,000–$8,000.
- Stove: $800–$3,500
- Labor + chimney: $500–$3,000
- New chimney pipe: $1,500–$3,000
- Total typical: $3,000–$8,000
Wood vs pellet vs insert
Traditional wood stoves are cheapest and heat well. Pellet stoves are cleaner and easier ($2,500–$4,500 installed). Inserts fit into an existing fireplace ($3,000–$5,000 installed). All three need professional venting.
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