Are Fire Pits Allowed in California (& When)?
Fall is coming to an end and we’re wondering if we can have a fire pit in our backyard as the temperature is dropping. There’s not a good answer out …
Fire Pits
Are Fire Pits Legal? (Where, Burn Bans, & More)
Winter is coming—the temperature just dropped 30ºF today, and we’re looking at getting a fire pit in our backyard. The only problem we’re not sure if it’s allowed or not. …
Can You Cook on a Gas Fire Pit? (S’mores, Hot Dogs, & More)
A few readers asked me if they can cook over their gas fire pit or if they had to buy a separate grill. I had an idea, but I wasn’t …
Can Fire Pits Get Wet (Do They Need a Cover)?
It frequently rains at my family’s cabin, and we were wondering if we should keep our fire pit covered while we’re gone. We had an idea, but I did some …
How to Calculate Fire Pit Size, Dimensions, & More
We’re thinking about getting a fire pit in our backyard, but we wanted to know exactly what size we need to provide the proper amount of heat. The only problem …
Do Fire Pits Repel Bugs & Mosquitos? Here’s the Answer
My family has a fire pit at their cabin and they were wondering if the smoke did anything to repel bugs and mosquitos. They heard from others that it helped, …
Do Fire Pits Keep You Warm? Here’s The Answer
We have an outdoor fireplace, but we’re on the fence about buying a fire pit. Ideally, we’d like more heat during the winter, but we want to make sure the …
7 Tips to Keep a Fire Going in a Fire Pit
If you have a fire pit, then chances are you would have experienced how tough it can be to keep a fire going in the fire pit. Most times, you …