"How Your Fire Pit Contractor Helps You Choose Between Wood-Burning and Gas Fire Pits" #1

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larkinlandscaping · 2025-11-04T13:56:35+01:00

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One of the first big decisions you have to make when putting in a fire feature is whether to use a wood-burning pit or a gas fire pit. Your fire pit contractor should help you make this choice in a clear way that takes into account your needs, the conditions at the site, and your budget.

Why People Like Wood-Burning Fire Pits

Wood-burning fire pits give off the classic crackling sound, smell of burning logs, and rustic feel. They're great for getting together, telling stories, making s'mores, and spending time outside at night. But there are some limits: you'll need a place to store seasoned wood, you'll have to clean up the ash, and you'll need to make sure there are big clearances from buildings and overhead. One article on landscaping design says that you should carefully think about the direction of the wind and the smoke.

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A good fire pit contractor can help you choose the right materials (like a liner, fire ring, and heat-rated stones) and seating arrangements.

The Benefits of Gas Fire Pits

Fire pits that use natural gas or propane are easy to use, cleaner, and let you control the intensity of the flame exactly. You can start a fire with the flip of a switch. There's no need to chop wood, and there are often fewer smoke problems. These features are great for more modern outdoor spaces, and they go well with a landscape patio or outdoor kitchen that you already have.

But it's very important that a fire pit contractor installs it correctly. They have to deal with gas line connections, ventilation, burner size, safety when lighting the burner, and following local codes. If you don't do this, you could have dangerous leaks or flames that don't behave right.

Making Your Site Fit Your Lifestyle

Your fire pit contractor will want to know how you plan to use the area. Do you want full sit-around gatherings with wood? Or quiet nights with a controlled flame and little work to do? Is your yard windy, full of trees, or close to the house? These are the types of influence.

If your site is near windows or neighbors, for example, a gas fire pit might be better to keep the smoke from getting to them. A wood-burning may need more space to set back. Your fire pit contractor's main job is to understand the conditions at the site.

Comparing Prices and Thinking About the Future

Fire pits that burn wood may seem cheaper at first, but they need wood, more upkeep, and possibly higher insurance or code costs. Gas fire pits cost more at first (for the burner, piping, ignition, and permits), but they are less of a hassle over time. A fire pit contractor will show you the total cost of ownership, not just the cost of installation.

One article about fire pit safety and design says that using fire-rated bricks or liners is very important to keep the fire from getting too hot.

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Hybrid Designs that Combine Both

Some people choose hybrid or convertible fire pits that burn wood and have a hidden gas burner insert. You can switch between different types of fuel in your fire pit because your contractor can design it that way. This makes things more flexible, but it also makes things more complicated, since it needs advanced planning, drainage, burner protection, and control systems.

In conclusion

The most important thing is to hire a good fire pit contractor who can look at your property, your lifestyle, your budget, and your style and recommend the best option, whether it's wood or gas. Our fire pit installation team at Lark Landscape will help you choose the right fuel, design, materials, and installation so you get an outdoor feature that fits your life, not just your space.

Choose wisely, hire a pro to install it, and enjoy your perfect fire pit for years to come.

One of the first big decisions you have to make when putting in a fire feature is whether to use a wood-burning pit or a gas fire pit. Your [fire pit contractor](https://www.larklandscape.com/firepits-gas-and-wood-burning) should help you make this choice in a clear way that takes into account your needs, the conditions at the site, and your budget. Why People Like Wood-Burning Fire Pits Wood-burning fire pits give off the classic crackling sound, smell of burning logs, and rustic feel. They're great for getting together, telling stories, making s'mores, and spending time outside at night. But there are some limits: you'll need a place to store seasoned wood, you'll have to clean up the ash, and you'll need to make sure there are big clearances from buildings and overhead. One article on landscaping design says that you should carefully think about the direction of the wind and the smoke. kdlandscapeinc.com A good fire pit contractor can help you choose the right materials (like a liner, fire ring, and heat-rated stones) and seating arrangements. The Benefits of Gas Fire Pits Fire pits that use natural gas or propane are easy to use, cleaner, and let you control the intensity of the flame exactly. You can start a fire with the flip of a switch. There's no need to chop wood, and there are often fewer smoke problems. These features are great for more modern outdoor spaces, and they go well with a landscape patio or outdoor kitchen that you already have. But it's very important that a fire pit contractor installs it correctly. They have to deal with gas line connections, ventilation, burner size, safety when lighting the burner, and following local codes. If you don't do this, you could have dangerous leaks or flames that don't behave right. Making Your Site Fit Your Lifestyle Your fire pit contractor will want to know how you plan to use the area. Do you want full sit-around gatherings with wood? Or quiet nights with a controlled flame and little work to do? Is your yard windy, full of trees, or close to the house? These are the types of influence. If your site is near windows or neighbors, for example, a gas fire pit might be better to keep the smoke from getting to them. A wood-burning may need more space to set back. Your fire pit contractor's main job is to understand the conditions at the site. Comparing Prices and Thinking About the Future Fire pits that burn wood may seem cheaper at first, but they need wood, more upkeep, and possibly higher insurance or code costs. Gas fire pits cost more at first (for the burner, piping, ignition, and permits), but they are less of a hassle over time. A fire pit contractor will show you the total cost of ownership, not just the cost of installation. One article about fire pit safety and design says that using fire-rated bricks or liners is very important to keep the fire from getting too hot. The Spruce Hybrid Designs that Combine Both Some people choose hybrid or convertible fire pits that burn wood and have a hidden gas burner insert. You can switch between different types of fuel in your fire pit because your contractor can design it that way. This makes things more flexible, but it also makes things more complicated, since it needs advanced planning, drainage, burner protection, and control systems. In conclusion The most important thing is to hire a good fire pit contractor who can look at your property, your lifestyle, your budget, and your style and recommend the best option, whether it's wood or gas. Our fire pit installation team at Lark Landscape will help you choose the right fuel, design, materials, and installation so you get an outdoor feature that fits your life, not just your space. Choose wisely, hire a pro to install it, and enjoy your perfect fire pit for years to come.

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