The appliance is only part of the invoice. In our 2026 quotes, installation and flue work typically add 30–60% on top of the firebox itself. Here is a realistic breakdown so you can budget without surprises.
Typical price bands (2026, inc. VAT)
- Entry closed-combustion wood fireplace: R18,000 – R32,000 for the unit.
- Mid-range gas fireplace (balanced flue): R35,000 – R65,000 for the unit.
- Premium designer or double-sided models: R70,000 – R180,000+.
- Twin-wall stainless flue: roughly R2,400 – R3,200 per metre installed.
- Gas certificate of compliance (CoC): R1,800 – R3,500 depending on complexity.
What drives the labour cost
A single-storey home with a straight vertical flue through the roof is the quickest install — often one day. Every ceiling penetration, roof pitch change, or offset needed to clear a beam adds time and stainless components. Double-storey installations with an interior flue chase can double the labour compared to a bungalow.
Costs homeowners forget
- Hearth pad or non-combustible wall backing (from R2,500).
- Wall or ceiling patching and painting after flue routing.
- LPG bottle installation, regulator, and copper piping for gas units.
- Removal of an old open fireplace or existing chimney lining.
- Delivery surcharge for locations more than 60 km from Bellville.
How to get an accurate quote fast
Send a photo of the intended wall, a note on the floor above (single or double storey), and the room dimensions. That is enough for us to price a shortlist and site visit within 24 hours.
Written by
Progress Group
Fireplace, braai and gas specialists since 1990 — showroom in Bellville, installations across Cape Town and the Western Cape.
