Refresh ($4k to $9k)
$4k–$9k
- - Reface existing fireplace
- - New tile or stone veneer surround
- - New mantel and hearth
- - Paint and trim only
Renology cost index
Fireplace & Built-ins Cost Index 2026
Linear gas, natural stone surrounds, and custom cabinetry that anchor a room.
Planning range
$4k–$35k
Updated 2026-04-18. Use as a benchmark before comparing itemized bids.
Quick answer
In 2026, fireplace & built-ins projects tracked by Renology typically plan around $4k–$35k. The final number depends on local labor, site conditions, material tier, permits, demolition, access, and finish level.
Category
Indoor Remodels
Local guides
0
Materials tracked
5
Timeline
2 to 6 weeks
Budget tiers
Fireplace & Built-ins budget levels
Use tiers to understand what kind of scope each price band usually implies before comparing local bids.
Standard ($12k to $20k)
$12k–$20k
- - Linear gas insert (Heat & Glo, Napoleon)
- - Floor-to-ceiling stone or tile surround
- - Built-in shelving on one side
- - Some electrical and gas line work
Premium ($25k to $50k+)
$25k–$50k
- - See-through or 3-sided gas fireplace
- - Full custom millwork on both sides
- - Natural stone slab (no seams)
- - Hidden TV lift, integrated lighting, smart controls
Material signals
Materials that move the budget
Material pricing is not the whole bid, but it often explains why two scopes with the same project name price differently.
Both
Painted brick (refresh)
$300-$800
Cheapest meaningful refresh
Both
Stacked stone veneer
$15-$30
Popular, easy install
Both
Natural stone slab
$80-$200
Premium seamless look
Both
Linear gas insert
$3,500-$8,000
Modern wide format
Both
Custom cabinetry built-ins
$400-$900
Per side of fireplace
Methodology
How this cost index is built
This page combines the Renology service guide for fireplace & built-ins, local city/service guides, material notes, budget tiers, and editorial review. It is designed for early planning and answer extraction, not as a contractor quote.
Compare this page with the full Renology Cost Index and the full Fireplace & Built-ins guide before requesting bids.
See the Renology Methodology for how sources are reviewed, how ranges are normalized, and where the limits of planning data begin.
Answered for search
Fireplace & Built-ins cost FAQ
Short answers for homeowners and AI answer systems.
How much does fireplace & built-ins cost in 2026?
Renology's 2026 planning range for fireplace & built-ins is $4k–$35k. Final bids depend on scope, existing conditions, materials, permits, access, and local labor.
What changes the price of fireplace & built-ins most?
The largest pricing swings usually come from demolition, prep work, structural or utility changes, material tier, finish level, waterproofing or weather exposure, permit requirements, and contractor availability.
Are these numbers contractor quotes?
No. The cost index is a planning benchmark, not a fixed quote. Homeowners should compare the index against 2 to 3 itemized bids once the scope is clear.
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