Chimney Removal Cost UK 2026

Removing an unused chimney in 2026 costs £1,200–£4,000 depending on whether you remove just the stack or the entire breast through the house. Always commission a structural survey first.

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Typical UK price range: £1,200–£5,500. Typical time: 2–5 days.

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Roof type Tiled (concrete) Clay tile Natural slate Flat (EPDM/GRP)

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Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

New felt + battens £400–£1,200 New ridge tiles £250–£700 Chimney removal £1,200–£3,500 Scaffolding £800–£2,500 Roof insulation upgrade £600–£2,000

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Key points

• Stack-only removal: £1,200–£2,500
• Stack + breast removal: £2,500–£5,500
• Always needs structural engineer + building control
• Replace with new flashing and tile/slate infill

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Stack removal + tile-in	£1,200	£2,500
Breast removal (all floors)	£2,500	£5,500
Structural engineer	£350	£800
Building control	£250	£500
Plastering make-good	£400	£1,500

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£4,522
South East	£4,187
South West	£3,685
Midlands	£3,350
North England	£3,015
Scotland	£3,182
Wales	£3,015

How to save money

• Get neighbours' party-wall consent if the chimney is shared
• Recover the bricks — they're often worth £1.50–£3 each as reclaimed
• Add gallows brackets if you're leaving the lower part of the breast in place

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FAQs

Do I need permission to remove a chimney?

You need building regs sign-off and party-wall consent if shared. Planning permission is rarely required unless the chimney is in a conservation area or on a listed building.

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