Fireplace Installation cost breakdown
At a mid-range, national-average baseline, a typical fireplace installation project is estimated at $1,500 to $8,000. The table below breaks the cost down so you can see where your project is likely to land.
| Type | Typical installed cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electric | $500 to $2,500 | No venting needed |
| Gas insert | $2,000 to $5,000 | Into existing firebox |
| Gas (new) | $3,000 to $7,000 | New venting and gas line |
| Wood-burning | $3,500 to $8,000 | Needs chimney |
| Masonry | $8,000 to $20,000 | Full custom build |
What drives fireplace installation cost
- Type: electric, gas, wood-burning, or masonry.
- Insert into existing versus new construction.
- Venting, chimney, and gas line work.
- Surround, mantel, and finish materials.
- Regional labor rates.
Key cost factors
Type sets the price
Electric fireplaces are cheapest and need no venting. Gas inserts and gas fireplaces are mid-range. Wood-burning and full masonry fireplaces cost the most because of chimney and structural work.
Venting and gas
A new gas fireplace needs a gas line and venting, and a wood fireplace needs a chimney, both of which add significant cost beyond the unit itself.
