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Custom Gas Fire Pits

A lot goes into a custom gas fire pit, and for good reason. When you decide to invest in your property by designing a custom gas fire pit, you don’t want to leave anything up to chance.

Factors to Consider While Customizing Your Gas Fire Pit

1. The Insert. 
   It’s important to choose the size of the insert before building the structure. If you build the structure first, it can be impossible to fit the insert you want. Retrofitting it will result in an ill-fitting insert and costly modifications. You may even be limited on what type of light controls you can use.
2. The Ignition. 
   There are two types of ignition to choose from. Spark ignition is like lighting your barbecue grill, except close to the ground, probably on your knees in front of guests. This ignition option also has a battery that has to be changed as well. Many homeowners opt for the easier electronic option. The electronic ignition operates with the flip of a switch like a light switch. This option is not legal in some areas, however.
3. Professional Quality.
   Buy only UL listed products from a reputable manufacturer or dealer. A dealer is able to help you with planning from start to finish, taking into account your particular needs and specifications. Buying online can be dangerous. You never know what you’re getting until it arrives and by then you might have spent a fortune on shipping. These products are usually inferior in quality and lack the professional installation and support you get from a dealer.
4. Timing. 
   Don’t wait until the last minute to start planning and constructing your custom fire pit. Start planning a few months in advance. If you want to use it for Memorial Day weekend, begin your plans around Easter. If you plan for your big fire pit unveiling at the annual Fourth of July barbecue, then start planning around Memorial Day. The goal is to get it planned and not to rush any part of it. Choosing the design and purchasing the materials is only the beginning. You also have to contact a contractor that is trained and certified to install the particular product.

You don’t want your outdoor space to be ruined by a sub-standard product!

When you envision your dream fire pit, you want something that fits your design, your needs, and your budget. Don’t break the bank by getting burned with an online purchase. Don’t settle for something less than whatever will make your dream space. With a custom gas fire pit you can choose a design and materials that matches your outdoor space as well as your home and yard.

You can get started with an expert at Beach Stove and Fireplace today. Call 631-998-0780 or request an appointment online.

Buying Online vs. Buying From Your Local Dealer: Don’t Get Burned

Consumers today have made one thing clear. They want to save money and time by shopping online. However, what if buying online is not always the money saver you hope? You can find any product online. Buying even fireplace products that should be professionally installed. Having said that, it doesn’t mean you should buy them.

The Benefit of a Showroom

Even retailers that don’t have a massive showroom will still display their most popular items in their local office. By visiting a local dealer you can look through catalogs with a fireplace expert. These experts can answer your questions as you make decisions that will affect your home’s comfort, safety, and value. Beach Stove and Fireplace has fireplace experts on staff at all times to walk customers through the process from start to finish. While you are deciding whether or not to visit our location on Old Riverhead Road, you can look through our gallery.

Dangers of Buying Online

1. No Professional Installation. 
   Many homeowners won’t know how to find a National Fireplace Institute certified installer for their new product, and most dealers are not willing to install products not purchased in their store. When you buy from a dealer, you get the assurance that all parts arrive with the product, that it’s properly fitted to your space, and appropriate for your venting unit.
2. False Marketing. 
   When you buy online, you often see galleries of beautiful fireplaces and appliances. Most often these are professionally installed, and the homeowner doesn’t have a fireplace expert to make a similar installation. The homeowner is stuck with a product that is not what it seemed. Most online retailers will accept returns, but at the shipping expense of the consumer. This can cost an arm and a leg. When you purchase locally you can have your product installed. In fact, installed by the very people who installed those in the gallery photos. Our chimney sweeps are proud of their work, and are proud to repeat a job well done.
3. Higher Cost. 
   Buying online can save you money on a purchase. However, the risk of improper installation can have catastrophic costs including fire damage and hospitalization. Only a National Fireplace Institute certified installer will work closely with you. This ensures you’re getting the right product, the necessary venting components, and that it will be installed correctly. Too many times we’ve seen online shoppers left with a substandard fireplace product. One that isn’t working properly or couldn’t even be installed because of lack of necessary parts and knowledge.

Beach Stove and Fireplace is Certified!

We are proud to be certified by the National Fireplace Institute, Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), and a member of the National Chimney Sweep Guild. At Beach Stove, we take fire seriously! Our top priority is the safety and comfort of our customers in Westhampton Beach and beyond.

Come see our amazing selection of quality products at 381-8 Old Riverhead Road, or give us a call at 631-998-0780!