Masonry-first since 2009
Chimney Relining for DC, Maryland & Virginia
Many DMV rowhouse chimneys were built with no liner at all — or clay tiles that cracked decades ago. A damaged or missing liner lets heat and combustion gases reach the house structure. Brickline installs insulated stainless steel liners sized to your appliance, restoring a safe, code-compliant flue backed by a lifetime manufacturer warranty.
- Typical price: $1,500–$4,500 — quoted flat
- Service duration: 1 day
- CSIA-certified sweeps & masons
Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
CSIA-certified sweeps & masons
NFPA 211 standards
1,200+ DMV chimneys since 2009
Rowhouse specialists
Flat, written quotes — always
No surprises
Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
Historic districts included
When to Schedule Chimney Relining
- Inspection found cracked or missing flue tiles
- Unlined flue in a pre-war home
- Converting to a gas insert or new appliance
- Tile fragments found in the firebox
- Draft problems or smoke odors upstairs
At a Glance
- Flat Price
- $1,500–$4,500 — in writing, before any work
- Duration
- 1 day
- Certification
- CSIA-certified · NFPA 211 standards
- Coverage
- Washington DC · Northern Virginia · Maryland
Why Unlined Flues Are Dangerous
An unlined or tile-damaged flue can let flue gases and stray heat reach framing that was never meant to see either. NFPA 211 requires a continuous, intact liner. Insulated stainless steel is the standard fix — it improves draft, keeps the flue warmer (less creosote), and carries a lifetime warranty.
How Our Chimney Relining Works
Calm, documented, and mess-free from start to finish.
Flue measurement
Video scan and measurement to size the liner to your appliance.
Liner fabrication
Stainless liner cut and insulated for your exact flue.
Installation
Liner set, connected, and sealed from cap to appliance.
Verification
Draft test and final video scan, documented in your report.
The Brickline Way
Why Neighbors Call Brickline
We're masons who sweep chimneys, not a call center with subcontractors.
Masons First
Our crews are trained masons, not just sweeps. Repointing, rebuilds, and crown work are done in-house — never subcontracted.
Rowhouse Specialists
1,200+ pre-war chimneys serviced since 2009 — Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Old Town, and every brick block in between.
Flat, Written Quotes
You get the number before we touch a brick. If it's not on the quote, you don't pay for it.
CSIA Certified
Sweeps and inspections to CSIA and NFPA 211 standards, with a written report every visit.
Licensed in DC, MD & VA
Fully licensed and insured across all three jurisdictions, including historic districts.
One Local Crew
No call centers, no franchises. The person who quotes your job is the one who shows up.
Reviews
What the Neighbors Say
“They matched the mortar on our 1918 rowhouse perfectly. You can't tell where the repair starts. Flat quote, no surprises, brick dust swept off the sidewalk when they left.”
Laura B.
Capitol Hill, DC
“Two other companies told us to tear the chimney down. Brickline rebuilt the top four courses with reclaimed brick and it looks original. Historic review board approved it without a note.”
James O.
Old Town Alexandria, VA
“Sweep and Level 2 inspection before we bought the house. The photo report caught a cracked flue tile the general inspector missed. Worth every dollar of the $250.”
Priya N.
Bethesda, MD
“The $189 sweep is actually $189. Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vacuum running the whole time, written report with photos before they left. Booking again next fall.”
Marcus T.
Petworth, DC
“Water had been getting into the firebox for two winters. They found the cracked crown in one visit, quoted it flat, and fixed it in an afternoon. Dry ever since.”
Ellen W.
Silver Spring, MD
“No upsells, no scare tactics. The mason who quoted the repointing was the one on the roof doing it. That alone puts them ahead of everyone else we called.”
Tom H.
Arlington, VA
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One Crew, Three Jurisdictions
From Capitol Hill to Silver Spring to Old Town — if your chimney is in the DMV, it's on our route.
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One crew, three jurisdictions. Most appointments scheduled within 2–3 business days.
Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA