FIREPITS AND OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
AMBIANCE, WARMTH AND LIGHT
Outdoor fire pits and fireplaces are fantastic outdoor features that not only provide a pleasing visual but warmth, light, and plenty of cooking potential. Both fire pits and fireplaces have the option of running on gas or wood.
GAS (NATURAL OR PROPANE TANK) VS WOOD
GAS
Warm, elegant feel
Some heat production
Fine for roasting marshmallows but not cooking
More expensive fuel cost
Safety Issues: Very safe, just remember to turn off the gas
Don’t need cleaned frequently
Simple to start
WOOD
Campfire feel
Lots of heat production
Hot enough to cook food over
Inexpensive fuel cost
Safety Issues: smoke and sparks
Require cleaning frequently
More Involved starting process
FIREPITS
Imagine a cool September night sitting out by your firepit, roasting marshmallows, listening to the sound of the fire crackle as you watch the sun set. Sounds like paradise? We think so. Our team creates permanent fire pits with stone, brick, and concrete, often as part of a patio project but we can add a firepit to an existing patio. We have wood burning, propane and natural gas options. We create easy access doors to change out propane tanks. We also offer custom metal lids to keep the interior protected when the pit is not in use. This lid can be etched with your family name, initial, favorite phrase and more.
OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
Fireplaces are a grand way to add not only a focal piece to your yard but an efficient way to produce heat on a colder night or prepare meals outside. We can create fireplaces out of a variety of materials but the most popular materials are brick, nature stone, or cinder block. The fireplace can be built primarily for heat or it can be built with the purpose of cooking as well. The fireplace can add a stately look to your home and add a cozy atmosphere in the evenings.
OUTDOOR FIREPLACE VS FIREPIT
On the fence about the right choice for you? Take a look at our comparison table to help you make your decision
FIREPLACE
You gather in front of it
Seating with heat access is limited to the front
It is an elegant and prominent feature
Smoke is directed up and out of a chimney
It can take up less patio space as it is built on an edge
It can be part of a pavilion and used when it rains
FIREPIT
You gather around it
Seating with heat access can be 360 degrees
It adds to your landscape appeal
Wood smoke blows with the wind
Often takes up a larger apportion of the patio
It is only available for use during nice weather