Hearth & Hammer
Fireplaces & Fire Pits

Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits in York County, SC

Wood or gas fire features in stone, brick and masonry — the reason people stay outside after sunset.

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The thing that keeps the party outside

A fire feature is the single best value addition to an outdoor space. It extends your evenings into autumn, gives the seating area something to point at, and costs a fraction of a covered structure.

We build both: full masonry fireplaces with a proper firebox, throat and flue, and fire pits from simple block rings to gas-fed features integrated into a seat wall.

Masonry Fireplaces

Full stone or brick fireplaces with correctly sized fireboxes, throats and chimneys.

Gas Fire Pits

Gas fire pits with hidden supply and simple controls — flame in seconds, no ash.

Wood-Burning Pits

Classic wood-burning pits in block, stone or steel insert with a stone surround.

Integrated Seat Walls

Curved seat walls set at the right distance from the flame, with capstones you can sit on.

Stone & Brick Options

Natural stone, cultured veneer or brick, matched to the house and hardscape.

Wood Storage

Built-in log storage designed into the fireplace base so wood stays dry and out of the way.

How your project comes together

A smooth, predictable process from the first call to the final walkthrough.

Consultation

We visit, listen to your vision, and talk through options and budget.

Design & Estimate

You get a clear plan and a free, itemised estimate — no pressure.

Build

Our crew builds it right, keeps you updated, and respects your property.

Walkthrough

We finish strong and make sure you love the result.

Recent work

Covered outdoor living space with a stone fireplace and timber ceilingNatural stone retaining wall and landscaping in front of a homeStone outdoor kitchen pavilion with a paver patio

Frequently asked questions

Fireplace or fire pit?

A fireplace gives you a focal wall, better wind shelter and privacy screening, at a much higher cost. A fire pit is cheaper, seats more people around it, and moves the group together rather than facing one wall.

Gas or wood?

Gas lights instantly, produces no smoke or ash and needs a supply line. Wood costs less to install, gives more heat and the crackle people actually want. Some clients install both.

How close can a fire feature be to my house or deck?

There are clearance requirements, and they matter — especially near timber decks and vinyl siding. We site it to code and to common sense.

Do outdoor fireplaces need a permit?

Masonry fireplaces with a chimney usually do. Simple wood-burning fire pits usually do not. Gas connections have their own requirements. We handle it.

Ready to start your project?

Tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a free, no-obligation estimate.

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or call (803) 287-1799