Fire Pits & Fireplaces

Kingdom Builders Co. builds custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces throughout Topeka and Shawnee County. A fire feature extends your outdoor season by months — in Kansas, a well-designed fire pit or fireplace makes your patio usable well into November and often through mild winter evenings when temperatures are above freezing. It also serves as a natural gathering point that anchors your outdoor living space and creates ambiance that no other feature can replicate. We build three main types of fire features: in-ground fire pits, above-ground fire pits, and full outdoor fireplaces. In-ground fire pits are set into the patio surface or surrounding grade, creating a low-profile, casual gathering area. Above-ground fire pits are constructed with masonry block, natural stone, or concrete and typically stand 18 to 24 inches high — doubling as seating walls around the fire. Outdoor fireplaces are full vertical structures with a firebox, chimney, and mantel, providing a dramatic architectural focal point. Fuel type is an important decision. Wood-burning fire pits deliver the authentic crackle, smoke aroma, and dancing flame experience that many homeowners prefer. Gas fire pits and fireplaces offer push-button convenience, adjustable flame height, no smoke, no ash cleanup, and no need to store firewood. We install natural gas and propane fire systems with concealed gas lines, electronic ignition, and safety shut-off valves. Construction quality matters enormously with fire features. We build fire pit and fireplace structures with proper fire-rated materials — firebrick liners, heat-resistant mortar, and adequate ventilation. Every gas installation includes a dedicated gas line properly sized for the burner BTU rating, installed by a licensed professional. We integrate fire features with surrounding patio surfaces, seating walls, and landscape elements for a cohesive finished product. Common configurations include circular fire pits surrounded by curved seating walls, rectangular fire tables integrated into patio dining areas, and full outdoor fireplace walls with flanking seating or storage. Many clients combine fire features with pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and landscape lighting to create complete evening entertainment environments. Fire pit costs in Topeka typically range from $3,000 for a simple stone fire pit to $8,000 for a premium gas fire pit with seating wall. Outdoor fireplaces generally range from $8,000 to $25,000 depending on size, material, and gas versus wood-burning configuration. Call (785) 329-4551 to discuss your fire feature project.