Fire pits
A fire pit is the easiest way to make a patio usable from October to April, which is most of Atlanta’s best outdoor weather. We build round or square pits from wall block or natural stone with a steel fire ring liner, and set them so there’s room for chairs all the way around. A built-in seat wall nearby gives extra seating without more furniture.
Outdoor fireplaces
A fireplace gives a patio a focal point and a sense of enclosure, and its tall back wall can block a view or a neighbor’s window. Fireplaces are heavy, so they need a proper concrete footing, and the chimney height and clearances need planning from the start.
Planning for safety
- Keep fire features well away from the house, overhanging trees and wooden structures
- Use fire-rated materials inside the burn area
- Run gas lines with a licensed plumber and the required permit
- Check your city’s open-burning rules and your HOA’s covenants before building a wood-burning feature