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.
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.
1 They offer chimney re-pointing services that can range in price from $250 to $500. 2  This is going to all depend on the size of the chimney. 3  A company that specializes in mortar repairs, Masonry-Restoration.com, provides service for chimneys, but they also provide masonry restoration for any structures.