The fire pit itself is 20% of the project. The surrounding hardscape is what makes the space.

Most of our fire pit installations include at least one of the following:

• Paver patio or concrete pad — A level surface around the fire pit that handles seating and foot traffic without rutting. We use Belgard pavers, exposed aggregate concrete, or stamped concrete depending on the aesthetic.
• Seating walls — Low block or stone walls around the pit perimeter double as seating and define the space. No furniture to drag in and out — the walls are always there.
• Retaining walls — Many Salt Lake Valley properties have grade changes near the outdoor living area. We integrate fire pit design with any needed retaining work in a single project scope.
• Lighting — Low-voltage landscape lighting or string light posts to extend the usability after dark.

We design the full outdoor living space during your estimate visit and give you a proposal that covers everything in one scope. You deal with one contractor, one contract, and one crew start to finish.

Utah fire code and local municipal ordinances govern outdoor fire features. Most important points:

• Gas line permits — Any new natural gas line requires a permit and inspection. We pull and coordinate gas line permits as part of our installation scope.
• Distance requirements — Most Utah municipalities require fire pits to be at least 10 feet from any structure, fence, or combustible material. We verify your specific city's requirements during the design phase.
• HOA restrictions — Many HOA communities in Draper, South Jordan, Herriman, and Riverton have specific rules about fire features — fuel type, screen requirements, and location. We review HOA documents with you before design is finalized.
• Air quality restriction days — Wood-burning fires are prohibited on Red and Yellow air quality action days in the Salt Lake Valley. Gas fire pits are not restricted. This is a practical reason many clients choose gas.

We've navigated these requirements across dozens of municipalities in the Salt Lake Valley. It's part of our standard process — you don't need to research the rules separately.

1. Free on-site estimate — We assess your backyard, discuss gas vs. wood, size and placement options, and review any HOA or permit requirements. We'll sketch out the surrounding hardscape concept during the visit.
2. Design and proposal — Written proposal covering fire pit construction, gas line (if applicable), surrounding patio or seating walls, and complete pricing. No surprises.
3. Permits — Gas line permits pulled and inspections scheduled where required.
4. Hardscape construction — Patio or pad installation, any retaining or seating walls, all before the fire pit goes in.
5. Fire pit construction and gas connection — Fire pit shell built from block, stone, or brick. Gas line connected and pressure tested. Burner and finish materials installed.
6. Final inspection and walkthrough — We walk through operation, maintenance, and any care instructions before we leave the site.

Typical fire pit projects run 3–5 days on-site. Larger scopes with a full patio and seating walls may run 7–14 days.

Fire pit cost varies depending on fuel type, size, materials, and the scope of surrounding hardscape:

• Standalone gas fire pit (block or brick, key valve ignition): $3,500–$6,000
• Gas fire pit with electronic igniter and lava rock/fire glass: $5,000–$9,000
• Wood-burning fire pit with firebrick interior: $2,500–$5,000
• Fire pit with surrounding paver patio (200–400 sq ft): $12,000–$25,000
• Full outdoor living space (fire pit + seating walls + patio + lighting): $20,000–$60,000+

The range is wide because the projects are different. A standalone fire pit on an existing concrete patio is straightforward. A fire pit that's part of a complete backyard transformation — with new paving, retaining walls, and lighting — is a major project. We'll give you a precise number after seeing your property.