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.
Cost of Repair. The cost to re-line a chimney can be very expensive! 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.
The average national cost of woodstove and fireplace repair is $432, with most homeowners spending between $167 and $739. This data is based on actual project costs as reported by HomeAdvisor members. Many people are choosing to heat their homes with wood, due to the increase in cost of natural gas and oil.