Turn Up the Heat
VHS Outdoor Living designs and installs fire pits and fire features for homeowners across San Antonio, Boerne, Helotes, Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, and surrounding communities. We build custom masonry fire pits, hardscape surrounds for standalone fire pits, and incorporate fire bowls and fire tables into complete outdoor living spaces. Gas and wood-burning options are available.
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Light It Up
There's something about a fire that keeps people outside. Dinner ends. The fire stays going. Guests pull their chairs closer.
It also anchors a patio in a way that furniture alone doesn't. A built-in fire pit defines the gathering space, gives the hardscape a focal point, and makes the yard feel finished.
We plan the fire feature around the patio, seating, and surrounding materials. If it's gas, we coordinate the line during the hardscape work so it's in place before the finished surface goes down.
Before You Strike a Match
Give It Some Room
Fire needs breathing room. We consider seating distance, circulation, nearby structures, and what's overhead before deciding where a fire feature belongs.
Think About Seating
Some people want chairs they can rearrange. Others want a built-in seat wall that is always ready. We plan the fire feature and seating together so people can gather comfortably.
Wood or Gas
Gas is quick, clean, and easy to control. Wood takes more work but gives you the sound, smell, and feel of a traditional fire. How often you'll use it can help make the decision.
Gas Lines
If you're building a new patio too, we can plan the gas line before the finished surface goes down. That saves you from cutting into a new patio later.
Built to Burn
Fire Features for South Texas Yards.
A permanent fire pit built into the hardscape using natural stone, manufactured block, or masonry selected to complement the patio. Gas and wood-burning options are available, and seating walls can be designed alongside it.
Built-In Masonry Fire Pits
For homeowners who want the flexibility of a freestanding fire pit with a finished look. We can build a dedicated hardscape pad and gathering area around it so the feature feels connected to the patio and landscape.
Standalone Fire Pit Hardscape Surrounds
Fire bowls offer a smaller footprint and can work well where a full built-in fire pit would take up too much space. We incorporate them into the surrounding patio and landscape so they feel connected to the rest of the yard.
Fire Bowls
A fire table puts the flame right in the middle of the seating area. It's a good fit when you want somewhere to set a drink, gather with friends, and enjoy the fire without dedicating a separate part of the patio to a fire pit.
Fire Tables
Gas or wood burning? Gas is easier and more convenient. Wood burning gives you the full campfire experience. If you want to use the fire feature frequently with minimal effort, gas is usually the right call. If the ritual and atmosphere of a wood fire matters to you, wood burning is worth the extra maintenance. We'll talk through both during the consultation.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Can a fire pit be added to an existing patio? Yes. A standalone pit, fire bowl, or fire table can be added to any existing surface. A built-in masonry fire pit on an existing patio requires more planning depending on the surface and whether gas is involved. We assess this during the consultation.
How do I choose between a built-in fire pit and a standalone option? Built-in masonry is the most permanent and integrated option. Standalone pits, bowls, and tables offer more flexibility and are more cost-effective. The right choice depends on your budget, your patio layout, and how much you want the fire feature to feel like part of the architecture versus a piece of outdoor furniture.
How much room do I need around a fire pit? It depends on the size and type of fire feature, the seating arrangement, and what's around it. We plan enough room for people to sit comfortably, move around the space, and maintain the clearances required for the feature being installed.
What Do Fire Features Cost in San Antonio?
Estimated Pricing
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Starting at $3,500
Pricing depends on the type of fire feature, materials, gas line requirements, and whether we're building it with a new patio or working with an existing space.
What moves the price:
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Built-in masonry vs. standalone or prefabricated
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Gas vs. wood burning
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Gas line rough-in scope
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Seating wall or surround integration
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Materials and finish level
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Existing patio vs. new hardscape
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