HOW TO USE IT
How to use the Fireplace Installation Cost Calculator
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Choose the type (prefab, masonry or insert).
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Select the fuel (gas, wood or electric).
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Set the finish level and whether the flue is new.
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Review the total cost and line-item breakdown.
THE MATH
Fireplace installation cost formula
Total = fireplace × fuel × finish + flue + labor + permitsA prefab fireplace runs ~$3,500, masonry ~$14,000, insert ~$4,000. Wood adds 15%, electric drops to 60%. A new flue adds ~$4,000. Labor runs ~$60/hr.
PRACTICAL EXAMPLE
Prefab gas fireplace, standard finish, existing flue
Fireplace = $3,500. Labor = 24 h × $60 = $1,440. Permits = $400. Total ≈ $5,340.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does fireplace installation cost in 2026?
Use $2,500-$6,000 as a planning range for many prefab installations; custom masonry can run far higher.
Gas, wood or electric?
Gas is convenient, wood is authentic but pricier, electric is cheapest to install.
Do I need a new flue?
Gas and wood need an approved venting system; electric fireplaces do not. Inspect an existing flue before pricing.