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Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces

Fire Features Built to Gather Around.

Custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces across Salt Lake County — wood-burning, propane, or natural gas. Gas integration handled in-house, so there's no separate plumber and landscaper to coordinate. One crew, one timeline, one number to call.

Fire Feature Installation

A fire feature turns a yard into a 9-month destination.

Fire is the social anchor of an outdoor space. It's the reason "outdoor living" stopped being a category for a few weeks of summer and started competing with the inside of the house. Pull up chairs around a fire and people stay later, talk longer, and come back more often.

The difference between a $200 portable fire pit from the hardware store and an integrated permanent feature isn't just looks — it's how the space gets used. A built-in fire pit becomes the gravitational center of the patio. Seating walls wrap around it. Lighting plays off it. The whole yard reorganizes itself around that one element.

Gas vs. wood is the first real decision. Natural gas runs cleanest — flip a switch, no smoke, no ash, no refills — but it requires a permitted line from the house. Propane gives you the gas convenience without the line, at the cost of swapping or refilling tanks. Wood gives you the smell, the crackle, and the primal thing fire is supposed to be, with the trade-off of smoke management and cleanup. None of them are wrong; they're just different. Utah's snowpack winters don't kill outdoor fire feature usage either — build it right, spec the right regulator on propane, and you're using the space well into November and starting again in March.

What we build.

  • Gas fire pits — natural gas or propane, in-ground or coping-mounted, glass/lava rock fill, electronic ignition
  • Wood-burning fire pits — full masonry, code-compliant clearances, integrated seating walls
  • Outdoor fireplaces — chimney-style with hearth, mantel, full masonry surround
  • Fire bowls + fire tables — sculptural metal bowls, fire glass tables for paver patios
  • Fire walls + fire ribbons — modern linear fire features for contemporary homes
  • Gas line installation — permitted hook-ups from house to feature; pressure tested; code compliant
Our Process

How We Build a Fire Feature

Every fire feature we install follows the same six-step sequence so the work gets done safely, to code, and on time.

01

Site walk + design

We meet on-site to lock down feature placement, prevailing wind direction, sight lines from the house, and code clearance from structures and overhangs.

02

Fuel decision

Natural gas (clean, no refills, requires a line) vs. propane (mobile, but tanks need refilling) vs. wood (ambiance and smell, with smoke management). We walk you through the trade-offs honestly.

03

Permits + utilities

Gas line permits get pulled and inspected by us — not handed off to a subcontractor. Utility locates handled before any digging starts.

04

Foundation + structure

Engineered base, masonry buildup, fire-rated brick or stone interior. Built to handle Utah freeze-thaw without spalling or cracking.

05

Burner + fill install

Burner ring sized to the bowl, fire glass or lava rock fill, ignition wired in — electronic push-button, smartphone-controlled, or match-lit depending on your spec.

06

Pressure test + walkthrough

Gas pressure tested to code, ignition cycled, and a full walkthrough on safe operation, seasonal use, and winterization so you know exactly how to run it.

Why Mountain View

What sets our fire feature work apart

Gas integration in-house

No separate plumber to schedule around. We pull the gas line, pressure test it, and walk it through inspection ourselves.

Masonry crew on staff

Fire features sit at the intersection of gas and masonry. We don't subcontract either — both are core trades for our crew.

Utah-built materials

Fire-rated brick and freeze-rated stone spec'd for the Wasatch climate. No spalling or cracking come spring.

Multiple ignition options

Push-button electronic, smartphone-controlled, or simple match-lit — we install what fits how you'll actually use it.

Permitted + code-compliant

Clearances from structures, gas line pressure, and ignition wiring all built and inspected to current code.

Integrated with hardscape

The fire feature ties cleanly into seating walls, paver patio, and lighting — not bolted on as an afterthought.

Common Questions

Fire Feature FAQs

How much does a fire feature cost in Utah?
Gas fire pits typically run $3,500–$15,000+ depending on size, materials, and how far the gas line has to be run. Outdoor fireplaces with full masonry surround run $12,000–$35,000+. We provide written estimates after an on-site walkthrough — no ballpark numbers over the phone.
Gas vs. propane vs. wood — which is right for me?
Go natural gas if a line is reasonably accessible: cleanest flame, no refills, flip-of-a-switch convenience. Choose propane if running a line is impractical or expensive — you get gas-style ignition without the trenching, but you're swapping or refilling tanks. Pick wood if you want the smell, the crackle, and don't mind dealing with smoke and ash. We'll give you the honest trade-offs at the site walk.
Do I need a permit?
Yes for any gas line work — natural gas or propane — and typically yes for permanent masonry installs. No permit is needed for portable wood fire pits. We pull all required permits and handle inspections; you don't have to chase the city.
How long does installation take?
A gas fire pit typically takes 3–7 working days from excavation through pressure test. An outdoor fireplace with full masonry chimney runs 2–4 weeks. We give a firm timeline with the estimate.
Can a fire pit be added to an existing patio?
Usually yes. We cut into the existing patio, prep the foundation, install the feature, and re-set the surrounding pavers cleanly — no full patio rebuild needed in most cases. We'll confirm at the site walk based on your patio's construction.
What about Utah winter use?
Gas features work fine in cold weather. Propane regulators can frost up in extreme cold, which is why we spec the right regulator for our climate — a $20 part choice that decides whether the pit works in February or not. Wood burners obviously work whenever you want to light them. Build it right and you're using the space 9 months a year.
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Pair Fire with the Full Build

A fire feature works hardest when it's the anchor of an integrated outdoor space. Here's what we usually combine it with.

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Engineered retaining walls for structure, drainage, and elevation — built to handle Utah’s freeze/thaw cycle.

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Premium turf installed on a proper drainage base. Pet-friendly, low-maintenance, and UV-stabilized for Utah summers.

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Sprinkler Systems & Irrigation

Smart-controller-ready zoned irrigation for efficient watering. Drip lines for planting beds and trees.

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Outdoor Lighting

Low-voltage LED systems integrated during the build. Premium fixtures, sealed connections, smart-controller ready.

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Fencing Installation

Vinyl fencing, gates, and modern privacy walls installed straight and square with freeze-line footings.

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Landscape Design (2D & 3D)

Professional renderings before a single shovel hits the ground. See your finished backyard before we build it.

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Swimming Pools

Custom pools integrated into full backyard builds. Pool, surround, fence, and lighting in one seamless project.

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Seasonal maintenance programs that keep your investment looking sharp year-round.

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Planting beds, raised gardens, and ornamental garden layouts designed for Utah’s soil and growing season.

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Drought-tolerant design with native plants, boulders, and rock mulch for yards that use a fraction of the water.

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Natural stone, paver, and concrete step systems that connect yard levels with clean, safe, lasting construction.

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Dry-stacked walls, stone veneer, pillars, and natural stone features built to last generations.

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Custom fountains, pondless waterfalls, and bubbling boulders that add movement and sound to your outdoor space.

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Drainage Solutions

French drains, dry creek beds, and swales that redirect water away from your home’s foundation and yard.

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Sod Installation

Professional sod installation with proper soil prep, grading, and watering setup for a lawn that actually roots.

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Sport Courts

Basketball, tennis, and multi-sport courts with acrylic surfaces, regulation lines, and perimeter fencing.

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Lawn Maintenance

Professional mowing, edging, fertilization, and weed control on a reliable weekly or biweekly schedule.

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Tree Removal

Safe removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees with complete cleanup and stump grinding available.

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Where We Build Fire Features

Serving All of Utah's Wasatch Front

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