Fire Pit Installation in El Dorado Hills, CA

A fire pit does something a patio alone cannot do. It pulls people outside when the air gets cool. It gives families a spot to sit and talk. It makes your yard feel complete.

At Progressive Landscapes, we build fire pits from the ground up. We handle every part of the job. This includes the digging, the concrete footing, the gas line, and the stone work. We do not sell you a prefab kit and call it a day. Every fire pit we build is made for your specific yard and the way you use it.

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Fire Pits We Build in El Dorado Hills

Custom Gas Fire Pits and Fire Tables

A gas fire pit is fast and clean. You open a valve, press the igniter, and the flame is on in seconds. There is no ash to clean up and no wood to haul. We connect the burner to your home gas line using yellow-jacketed CSST flexible gas piping routed beneath the patio surface. Next, we verify the full connection using a differential dial-manometer gas pressure tester to check for any pressure drop or micro-leak. The gas pipe depth, fittings, and valve placement follow CPC Section 1208.5 safety standards for gas piping materials in outdoor settings, which sets the minimum pressure rating and jacketing requirements for lines running through concrete and soil.

Wood-Burning Fire Pits and Stone Rings

Some homeowners want real fire. The crackle of burning wood, the smell of oak or pine, the glow that a gas burner cannot replicate. We build these pits with thick outer walls and a reinforced inner fire bowl. The fire zone is lined with low-duty ASTM C64 fireclay brick, a refractory material rated to handle sustained direct flame. We set each brick using a dial-gauge refractory mortar thickness comb to hold consistent joint width and keep the wall from weakening under repeated heat cycles. The pit clearances from fences, trees, and structures follow California Residential Code Section R1001.11, which sets the minimum distances for outdoor combustion appliances.

Custom Masonry Stone Fire Pits

These are the fire pits that make people stop and look. We build a structural concrete block core first, then apply decorative stone to every face. We use natural Sierra ledgestone veneer panels cut from local quarry stock for the exterior surface. Each panel is shaped and set using a tungsten-carbide tipped stone chiseling hammer for a tight, clean joint line. The block core is reinforced with vertical rebar and grout fill following California Building Code Chapter 21 masonry reinforcement guidelines to resist the ground movement that clay-heavy soil causes over time.

Flush Patio and Concrete Fire Pits

A flush fire pit sits at patio level. The surface is flat and open. This design works well for modern yards where the view matters as much as the warmth. We pour the base using fiber-reinforced 4000 PSI ready-mix concrete to handle thermal stress from the burner below. We then cut control joints into the slab using a walk-behind concrete joint sawing machine, which guides where the concrete relieves pressure so it does not crack randomly. The burner output rating and ventilation clearances comply with EDC Air Quality Management District Rule 205, which governs the type and size of outdoor fire appliances permitted in El Dorado County.

Why Families in El Dorado Hills Call Us First

We have built fire pits and outdoor masonry across this area for years. We know the local soil, the permit offices, and the HOA requirements. Here is what every customer gets from us:

State-Licensed Masonry Contractor: Our license number is CSLB No. 970596. We carry liability insurance on every job. This protects your home and your investment from start to finish.
No Charge for the First Visit: We come to your yard and look at the space with you. We check the slope, the gas access, and the best spot for the fire pit. You owe nothing for this visit.
Written Quote With No Surprises: After our visit, we write out the full cost of the project. You see each line item before we pick up a single tool. Nothing is added to the bill at the end.
We Pull the Permits So You Do Not Have To: El Dorado County requires permits for gas line work and masonry structures. We file all of it. We also prepare and submit the paperwork to your HOA if needed.
Hand-Built From Real Materials: We do not use boxed fire pit kits from a home improvement store. Every build starts from raw block, stone, firebrick, and concrete. This is what makes the finished product look like it belongs there.

How We Go From Your First Call to a Finished Fire Pit

Step 01

You Call or Send a Message

Call us at 916-439-8096 or fill out the form on this page. Tell us what you have in mind. We will set up a time to visit your yard, usually within a few business days.

Step 02

We Visit & Measure the Space

We come to your home and walk the yard with you. We look at the gas meter location, the drainage, and the best position for the fire pit. We take notes and photos. This visit takes about 45 minutes.

Step 03

Written Plan and Price

We put together a site drawing and a full written estimate. You see the exact location, the stone choices, and the total cost. We do not start work until you approve everything in writing.

Step 04

Permits and HOA Request

We send the plans to El Dorado County and submit the HOA request if your neighborhood requires one. We track the approval status and follow up so you do not have to.

Step 05

We Build From the Ground Up

We excavate the site, pour the footing, route the gas line, and build the masonry structure. We apply stone, install the burner, and finish the cap. Every step is done by our own crew.

Step 06

Safety Test and Final Walkthrough

We pressurize the gas line, light the fire, and check every connection. Then we walk through the whole system with you and answer every question before we pack up.

Your Yard Deserves a Real Fire Pit

People spend money on furniture, lights, and plants. A fire pit ties all of it together. It turns a yard into a place where your family actually wants to be after dark.
Fill out the form on this page or give us a call. We will schedule a free visit, look at your yard, and give you a clear written answer on what it will take to build it right.

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