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Our fire pit installation services cover built-in wood-burning pits, gas fire pits and tables, and full masonry outdoor fireplaces. In Massachusetts and New Hampshire, a fire feature stretches the outdoor season into cool spring nights and crisp fall evenings, when many yards sit unused. Getting it right comes down to three choices: the fuel, the location and the seating. We help you weigh each one, check your town’s fire rules, and build the pit with fire-rated materials so the heat does not crack the stone around it.
These photos show fire features we have built into patios, lawns and pool areas, from simple round pits to stone fireplaces. Visit our project gallery to see more of them.
A store-bought fire bowl or a ring of loose rocks does the job for a while. Here is where those setups fall short.
// Areas We Serve
We work with homeowners across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Pick your town to see local details, or ask us if yours is not listed.
We start by checking local rules for recreational fires and choosing a spot with safe clearances from the house, trees, decks and overhangs. For a wood pit, we excavate, set a compacted gravel base, build the walls from block or stone and line the inside with fire brick or a steel insert so heat does not damage the masonry. Gravel and weep openings let rain drain out. For gas, a line is trenched in from the meter or tank, and the burner, valve and safety features are fitted and tested. Seating and the surrounding surface finish the job.
Why Mountainscapes
We design the fire pit together with the patio, seating, lighting and planting around it, so it becomes a natural gathering spot rather than something dropped onto the lawn.
Round or square masonry pits with fire brick or steel liners for real logs and a classic campfire feel.
Natural gas or propane burners with lava rock or fire glass, lit in seconds with no smoke or ash.
Table-height gas features with a ledge for drinks, a good fit for dining patios and smaller spaces.
Masonry fireplaces with a chimney that sends smoke up and away, creating a focal wall for an outdoor room.
Curved stone or block walls around the pit that give permanent seating and define the space.
A paver, stone or gravel pad around the pit that resists stray sparks and keeps chairs level.
Do I need a permit for fire pit installation in MA or NH?
Rules for recreational fires are set locally in Massachusetts, and some towns limit or restrict wood burning. New Hampshire generally requires a fire permit for outdoor fires, issued through the local fire department or forest fire warden. Gas fire pits also need the gas line permitted and inspected. We check what applies before we build.
Is a wood or gas fire pit better?
Wood gives real flames, crackle and the smell of a campfire, but produces smoke and ash and needs firewood. Gas lights instantly, shuts off with a valve and leaves nothing to clean, though it gives off less heat and needs a gas line or tank. Many families choose based on how often they plan to use it.
How far should a fire pit be from the house?
Far enough from the house, decks, fences and overhanging branches that sparks and heat are not a risk. Exact distances come from your town’s fire rules and, for gas units, the manufacturer’s instructions. We confirm the numbers that apply to your property before choosing the spot.
Can you build a fire pit on my existing patio?
Often, yes. We check that the patio base is solid, then build the pit with a fire-rated liner. Pavers right beside intense heat can discolor, so we may cut in a border of stone around the pit. If your patio needs work first, see our paver installation page.
Should I choose an outdoor fireplace instead of a fire pit?
A fireplace sends smoke up a chimney, works as a focal wall and suits a defined outdoor room. It needs a larger footprint and a solid footing set below the frost line. Fireplaces often anchor a space that includes an outdoor kitchen nearby.
What affects the price of a fire pit?
Fuel type, size, materials and whether a gas line needs to be run. A wood-burning pit on an existing patio is a modest project, while a masonry fireplace with seat walls is a much larger one. We give you a clear written price after a site visit, and financing is available for bigger outdoor projects.
