CSIA-Certified • 4.8★ from 164 homeowners
Told you need a liner? Before you spend a dime, it's worth knowing what's actually wrong up there.
Free inspection · No service fee · No obligation
Key Takeaways
Looking at a chimney liner or a reline? Whether you really need one comes down to the condition of the flue — unlined, cracked tiles, or a new appliance feeding into it. We check it, show you what we find, and explain what's needed before any work starts. No reline you don't actually need.
If a furnace tech flagged the flue, we confirm whether it is a liner, tile, or deterioration issue and quote it clearly.
If tiles are cracked or it is unlined, a stainless reline is the durable fix; the trade-off is upfront cost versus a safety and re-burn risk.
If it is only minor, sometimes a cleaning and inspection is all you need — we will tell you straight.
Not sure? Text a photo and a tech will point you the right way before any truck rolls.
A stainless liner matters when the flue is unlined or cracked; correct liner sizing matters when you have switched to a high-efficiency furnace or a wood stove.
“The tech called before he came, showed me photos of the cracked crown right on his phone, and gave me the price on the spot. No pressure, no upsell. Honestly refreshing.”
“Our cap blew off in a storm and they were out the next morning. Clean, on time, and a good bit cheaper than the first quote I got. They left zero mess.”
“I'd been putting the chimney off for two winters. One free inspection and I finally knew what I was actually dealing with. Booked it before they left.”
Clear Path Chimneys