Quick Answer

What does a Class A chimney system cost?

$547 – $1,500+ for a complete 6" system The final price depends on your installation type (through-roof or through-wall), the height of your house, and whether you need elbows or extra sections. Individual pipe sections start at $73.

There is no single price for a Class A chimney system because every installation is different. A single-story through-roof install costs far less than a two-story through-the-wall setup. Below we break it down by scenario so you can estimate your actual cost — with real prices from our product range.

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By Installation Type

Cost by installation scenario

Starting prices below are for a 6" system on a standard single-story home. Every additional story adds pipe sections — typically two to four extra sections — which raises the total. A two-story through-the-roof install often runs $700–$900; a two-story through-the-wall can reach $1,000–$1,300 or more.

Through the Roof
$547 – $900+
Straight vertical run from stove through ceiling and roof. Single-story from $547; two-story typically $700–$900. Simplest layout, best draft.
Through the Attic
$550 – $1,000+
Passes through a standard attic before exiting the roof. Adds attic shield and firestop. Two-story homes often reach $800–$1,000.
Through the Wall
$659 – $1,300+
Exits through an exterior wall and runs up the outside of the house. More components (tee, wall thimble, brackets). Two-story installs from $1,000.

All prices excl. tax and shipping. 8" systems are priced higher — contact us for a quote.

Component Pricing

What do individual parts cost?

If you're building a custom run or adding to an existing system, here are the individual 6" component prices.

Pipe sections (6" inner diameter)

LengthPrice (excl. tax)
6" length $73
9" length $78
18" length $114
24" length $145
36" length $187
48" length $254

Key fittings and hardware

ComponentPrice (excl. tax)
Stove pipe adapter (connector to Class A) $78
Ceiling/roof support box (11") $175
Ceiling/roof support box (24") $196
Ceiling/roof support box (36") $251
Attic insulation shield $111
Floor/ceiling radiation shield $91
Roof flashing with storm collar $240
Chimney cap with spark screen $111
Wall thimble (through-wall installs) $97
Tee with clean-out cap (through-wall) $277
Base wall support kit $195
Wall bracket $58
15° elbow kit $417
30° elbow kit $429
Storm collar $32

All prices for 6" systems excl. tax and shipping. View the full product range.

Cost Factors

What drives the total price?

1. Installation route

Through-the-wall systems cost more because they need a wall thimble, an insulated tee, wall brackets, and a longer vertical run on the exterior. Through-the-roof systems are the most straightforward and usually the lowest-cost option.

2. House height

Taller houses need more pipe sections. The 3-2-10 rule requires the chimney to extend at least 3 feet above the roof penetration and 2 feet above any structure within 10 feet. A two-story home may need several extra sections compared to a single-story cabin.

3. Diameter: 6" vs 8"

Most residential wood stoves use a 6" flue collar, making 6" the standard and most affordable option. Larger appliances or longer runs may require 8", which is priced higher. Always match the chimney diameter to your stove's collar size.

4. Elbows and offsets

If your route needs to navigate around framing or shift horizontally, you'll need elbow kits. These add $417–$429 per offset. Straight runs are always cheaper and draft better.

5. Brand markup

The same UL103HT-certified Class A pipe sold at Home Depot or Lowe's goes through a distributor and a retailer before reaching you. We sell direct, which is why our prices are significantly lower for the same specification. Our lowest price guarantee means if you find it cheaper elsewhere, we'll beat it by 5%.

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