This isn't a cost. It's an investment.
The figures on this page are real and we don't hide them — that's how AE operates. But we want to be honest about how to read them. Your outdoor kitchens & living project isn't a line-item expense; it's an investment in your home's value, your family's daily experience, and a space you'll use for the next twenty to thirty years.
When you compare bids, compare what you're investing in — the spec, the crews, the warranty, the company that will still be standing in year ten — not just the price tag. The lowest bid is almost always the most expensive build over time.
Fire pit installation in Phoenix: gas vs wood, cost, and code
A permanent fire pit adds usable months to a Phoenix backyard and is one of the higher-ROI hardscape upgrades. Here's what each type costs and what code actually says.
Educational estimate, not a quote. Ranges shown are Arizona-market planning estimates. Final pricing depends on site access, size, materials, engineering, drainage, utilities, permits, equipment access, existing conditions, and final scope. Binding pricing is only valid in a written proposal signed by an AE representative.
Phoenix fire pit pricing (installed)
- Prefab bowl on a stone base (natural gas or propane): $2,500–$5,000
- Custom masonry fire pit (natural gas): $5,000–$10,000
- Fire feature integrated into pool coping or seat wall: $6,000–$12,000+
- Wood-burning masonry (with spark arrestor): $3,500–$8,000
Code and clearances (Maricopa County typical)
- Minimum 10 ft clearance from structures.
- Gas line must be pulled under permit and pressure-tested.
- Non-combustible surround (pavers, travertine, concrete) required underneath.
- Wood-burning subject to Maricopa County no-burn day restrictions.
Where fire pits belong
- Extended patios (10 ft+ from house).
- Pool-adjacent seating.
- Ramada-adjacent (but not directly under a solid roof).
Common questions.
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Start My Project PlanWhy this is an investment, not a cost.
An AE backyard is engineered to add daily livability and long-term home value. We publish honest ranges and build to code with a licensed and bonded Arizona crew. AE provides project-specific workmanship and manufacturer-warranty information in the signed agreement. Website summaries are for planning only.
- Licensed, bonded & insured in Arizona. ROC 340966 (R-62) · ROC 341002 (R-3) · ROC 347738 (KA-5) · ROC 211530 (CR-21). Most Arizona contracting work valued at $1,000 or more — or requiring a permit — must be performed by a properly licensed contractor, subject to statutory exemptions. Verify the legal entity, license status, and classification with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
- Real ranges, itemized scope. You see materials, finishes, equipment models, and a line-item budget before you sign — not a one-line "pool — $90,000."